NYC lawyer Nathaniel Cullerton suspended after viral Central Park kiss

A TikTok influencer recorded a 39‑second video in Central Park showing 45‑year‑old partner Nathaniel Cullerton of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz kissing 29‑year‑old associate Kelsey Borenzweig. The clip, posted by Jay Guapõ, quickly amassed millions of views on TikTok and Instagram.

Following the viral spread, Wachtell placed Cullerton on leave pending an internal investigation. A pending move to rival firm Gibson Dunn, which would have brought a multi‑million‑dollar compensation package, was withdrawn. Media reports estimate the lost opportunity could be worth up to $12 million. Cullerton’s marriage to fellow attorney Moira Penza has also been highlighted in coverage. No criminal charges have been filed, but the incident has raised questions about professional conduct and privacy in public spaces.