Controversial non-binary model Deni Todorovic had a heated hour-long run-in with airport staff and police before flying from Melbourne to Sydney for Australian Fashion Week.
The 35-year-old, who made worldwide headlines after fronting an advertising campaign for swimwear brand Seafolly, was on Monday seen in a animated conversation outside Melbourne’s domestic departure terminal with two Australian Federal Police officers.
Todorovic claimed to have been subjected to ‘homophobic and racist’ behaviour after getting into a dispute with Jetstar staff over an additional charge for an overweight second piece of luggage at check in.
The fashionista, who was wearing a ballgown, admits to ‘yelling’ after being told there would be a $100 fee for the bag being 10.5kgs over the limit.
Shortly afterwards, two airport policemen approached and the argument continued – with the model eventually missing the flight.
‘I almost got arrested over $100 f***ing dollars,’ Todorovic explained to the Daily Telegraph after finally touching down in Sydney on Tuesday to attend an Erik Yvon show for Fashion Week.
A photo taken outside Melbourne’s domestic departures terminal on Monday show controversial non-binary influencer Deni Todorovic in conversation with police
‘I was sitting on a suitcase and then I said to mum, “I should probably put some pants on because I will get more respect”.
Todorovic, who identifies ‘by all pronouns’, said the police made accusations of violence and was told to leave.
Photos of the incident show Todorovic perched on a suitcase in a frilly turquoise gown worn over a black shirt, engaging two standing officers in intense discussion.
Todorovic said the look was based on the Carrie Bradshaw character from hit 90s romantic comedy TV series Sex in the City.
The model from Geelong said ‘I hate Australia.’
‘Money means nothing to me, it comes in, it comes out. So many people got in my way, I couldn’t get the flight,’ Todorovic said.
As a further protest the model wrote ‘Jetstar, suck my d***” across the top of both thighs in black texta.
Todorovic, who goes by ‘all pronouns, said they got into a dispute with Jetstar staff over a $100 charge for an overweight piece of luggage
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A Jetstar representative denied staff did anything wrong.
‘We categorically deny these allegations,’ a statement said.
‘Our airport staff did everything they could to support the customer. When the customer decided not to fly, we supported that request.’
The AFP confirmed they had spoked to a passenger but gave no further details other than saying no further action would be taken.
One witness said the exchange happening near the terminal entrance were ‘a bit of a spectacle’.
Todorovic’s starring role in the Seafolly campaign led to a customer boycott in March by those who would not accept a non-binary figure promoting a female line of swimwear.
Todorovic’s subsequent erratic behaviour and tirades have seen the model ditched from various public roles by underwear label Bonds, youth charity Minus 18, and gin brand Tanqueray.
Todorovic’s podcast for Mamamia has also come to an end.
Last month the Todorovic’s admitted on Instagram to liking ‘a line or two’ of cocaine.
Despite the outrageous admission, Todorović told followers there was no substance abuse issue.
Non-binary influencer and activist Deni Todorović (pictured) has been dropped by several high-profile brands following a string of alarming social media posts
‘I will give you a motherf**king urine sample if you need one because I have not been on motherf**king drugs for fifteen days today,’ they ranted.
Todorović’s followers expressed concern in the comments section of the video, which has now been deleted from their account.
‘This is coming from a loving place but I’m worried about you,’ one wrote.
‘Please take care of your health and mental health.’
