Leanna Perry, a 32-year-old NYC-based artist and graduate of the Minneapolis College of Art & Design, has gone viral after being identified as the woman behind a dramatic meltdown on a Southwest flight. Charged with resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, and assault, Perry was released the same day and is expected to appear in court on September 3. Known in the fashion world for her collaborations with major brands like Maybelline, Adidas, MAC, Hot Topic, Steve Madden, SHEIN, and Betsey Johnson, her viral moment has now overshadowed her creative reputation, sparking intense backlash online.
