Melissa Gilbert Shares Hilarious NYC Encounter with Reality Stars

URGENT UPDATE: Actress Melissa Gilbert just revealed a hilarious and awkward encounter with reality TV stars Britani Bateman and Jared Osmond in New York City that left everyone surprised. The incident unfolded near the Plaza Hotel and has quickly become a trending topic among fans.

Gilbert, best known for her role in Little House on the Prairie, shared the amusing story on Instagram, describing how she and her husband, Timothy Busfield, spotted Bateman and Osmond. Overcome with shyness, Gilbert hesitated to approach the duo alone. Busfield stepped in, introducing Gilbert, saying, “This is my wife, Melissa Gilbert from Little House on the Prairie,” to which Gilbert added, “Big fan. Love your show.”

The encounter took an unexpected turn when Bateman, frazzled over a lost engagement ring, made a quick exit known as an “Irish goodbye.” Gilbert humorously noted that they likely had no idea who she was, adding the hashtag #theresnobusinesslikeshowbusiness.

In her post, Gilbert recounted, “Then Britani did an Irish Goodbye… just peaced out completely… she ran to a cab… leaving the three of us standing there while Jared continued to tell us about all the things he said that didn’t make it on the air… then Jared did a version of the same Irish Goodbye to catch up with her and poof, they were gone.”

Following the incident, Bateman’s representative clarified that she meant no disrespect and is actually a “huge fan” of Gilbert. The exit was prompted by her panic over the missing ring and a need to rush back for her cabaret performance at 54 Below.

The rep stated, “She meant absolutely no disrespect and hopes to meet with Melissa in the near future. She’s a huge fan of hers.” This light-hearted moment underscores the unpredictability of celebrity interactions and the human emotions involved.

Fans are already discussing this amusing encounter online, making it a hot topic on social media. As Gilbert continues to share her life experiences, this story adds another layer to her engaging personality, resonating with both her followers and reality TV fans alike.

Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story and any future meetings between these stars.