The Moment That Left Viewers Stunned
Calabrese, who has made appearances in Italian films, became an online sensation thanks to a viral YouTube clip from a late-night TG5 broadcast. Even years later, the footage continues to circulate.
Seated behind what seemed like a standard news desk, she confidently delivered the evening report. But there was one problem—it wasn’t just any desk. It was entirely see-through.
At first, everything appeared normal as the camera focused on her upper body. But as the shot slowly zoomed out, it became clear that Calabrese was unaware of the desk’s transparency, leading to an unfortunate wardrobe mishap that quickly drew comparisons to Basic Instinct.
The Internet Reacts
The clip exploded online, amassing millions of views and sparking countless reactions. Social media users were divided—some sympathized with Calabrese, blaming the production team for not warning her.
???? “Poor woman! Someone on set should have given her a heads-up!”
Others were simply puzzled.
???? “How was her dress even that high to begin with?”
And, of course, some couldn’t resist making light of the situation.
???? “Journalism 101: Always be transparent!”
A Lesson in Live TV Risks
Surprisingly, this wasn’t Calabrese’s first encounter with the deceptive glass desk—she had a similar incident in 2014 alongside colleagues Paola Rivetta and Barbara Pedri.
While the moment may have been an innocent mistake, it sparked discussions about on-air professionalism and production crew responsibility. Live TV blunders are nothing new, but this one? It has cemented itself in internet history.
The takeaway? Always check your surroundings—especially if your desk is made of glass.
