Ariana Grande has sparked outrage among Taylor Swift’s fan community after publicly thanking her former manager Scooter Braun for his support and kind words about her role in the movie “Wicked”. While Ariana has received widespread praise for her portrayal of Glinda in the hit musical film, her gesture toward Braun left Taylor Swift’s fans feeling betrayed, as Braun has been at the center of a major feud with Swift.
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Scooter Braun’s Connection with Ariana Grande
On Instagram, Scooter Braun shared an emotional post alongside a photo of himself, Ariana Grande, and actress Cynthia Erivo. He wrote:
“Ari… for over a decade, everything we did was always about one consistent dream… WICKED. And now the world knows why… because you were born for this moment.”
Braun went on to praise Ariana’s talent, dedication, and exceptional performance. In response, Ariana commented:
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“Thank you, Scooter. What special memories. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your support and for being a part of this.”
However, this exchange quickly became controversial, especially among Swift’s fans, who harbor deep resentment toward Scooter Braun.
The Feud Between Taylor Swift and Scooter Braun
The conflict began in 2019 when Taylor Swift publicly accused Scooter Braun of acquiring the master rights to her original recordings without informing her. Taylor labeled the act as “unfair” and claimed it stripped her of control over her own music. In response, she decided to re-record all her previous albums under the name “Taylor’s Versions” to reclaim ownership.
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Following this incident, many Swifties criticized artists who continued to work with Braun, including Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande. They viewed collaboration with Braun as a betrayal of Taylor, especially since Ariana had previously shown support for Swift on certain occasions.
Swifties’ Outrage Toward Ariana Grande
After Ariana Grande commented on Braun’s post, the Swifties reacted furiously across social media platforms.
One user on X (formerly Twitter) wrote:
“Why does Ariana Grande still choose to work with Scooter Braun? Is she just pretending to support Taylor?”
Another said:
“This is why I feel Ariana has never truly supported Taylor. She only cares about herself.”
However, not everyone sided with Taylor. Some of Ariana’s fans defended her, stating:
“Scooter was her manager for years, and he’s simply expressing pride. Not everything revolves around Taylor Swift!”
The Impact on Ariana Grande
While Ariana Grande has not officially addressed the issue, the divide among fans raises questions about the complexities of relationships in the entertainment industry. Artists often face the difficult choice between loyalty to friends and professional relationships.
For Ariana, thanking Braun might have been a simple courtesy, but for Swifties, it felt like a disappointment and a betrayal.
The controversy involving Ariana Grande, Scooter Braun, and Taylor Swift remains a hot topic among fans. While each side has its own perspective, this story underscores the complexities of professional relationships and the expectations fans place on their idols.
