Cameron Diaz Enforces Strict Dress Code for Guests at NYC Home

Actress cites aversion to city grime as reason for requiring visitors to change clothes before entering her luxury Chelsea condo.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 3:07am

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An abstract close-up image of a shimmering, high-end fabric texture like velvet or sequins, captured in dramatic studio lighting to convey a sense of celebrity glamour and luxury.Diaz's meticulous home rules aim to preserve the glamorous, grime-free environment of her luxury New York City condo.NYC Today

Actress Cameron Diaz has revealed that she has a strict dress code policy for guests visiting her New York City residence, requiring them to change out of their outdoor clothes before entering her home. Diaz, who owns a $9 million condo in the Chelsea neighborhood, says she does not allow visitors to track in street dirt and grime, which she has an aversion to. The actress jokingly warned that anyone wishing to come over must 'change your clothes to come into my house'.

Why it matters

Diaz's home rules highlight the lengths some celebrities go to maintain a pristine living environment, especially in a crowded urban setting like New York City. Her policy also speaks to broader questions around home etiquette and how much control homeowners can exert over their personal spaces.

The details

During an appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show, Diaz explained that she does not permit guests to bring outdoor dirt and grime into her luxury condo in the Walker Tower building. To enforce this, she requires visitors to change their clothes before entering. Diaz joked that anyone wanting to come over should 'put a body condom on' to avoid dirtying her floors, which she says she is comfortable rolling around on herself.

  • Diaz's comments about her home rules were made during an April 2026 appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show.

The players

Cameron Diaz

A 53-year-old actress known for roles in films like My Best Friend's Wedding, There's Something About Mary, and the Shrek animated movies. Diaz recently returned to acting after a decade-long hiatus.

Drew Barrymore

The host of The Drew Barrymore Show, where Diaz discussed her strict home policies regarding guests.

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What they’re saying

“Yeah, I roll around on my floors. It's OK.”

— Cameron Diaz, Actress

“Anyone wishing to enter the residence should put a body condom on.”

— Drew Barrymore, Talk Show Host

The takeaway

Diaz's strict house rules around cleanliness and guest attire reflect the measures some celebrities take to maintain a pristine living environment, especially in dense urban areas. Her policy also touches on broader questions of home etiquette and the extent to which homeowners can control who and what enters their personal spaces.