Victoria Justice opens up about death threats after ‘We all sing’ meme with Ariana Grande went viral

Victoria Justice has spoken out about the long-term impact of a viral meme that stemmed from an old interview clip involving her Victorious castmates and Ariana Grande.

The comment, made when Justice was a teenager, became a running joke online and fuelled years of speculation about behind-the-scenes tensions.

The meme originated from a 2017 clip in which the cast discussed who sang most off-camera. After Liz Gillies and Daniella Monet praised Grande’s vocal habits, Justice added, “I think we all sing.” The remark quickly spread on social media and was widely interpreted as a sign of rivalry, despite Justice repeatedly denying any conflict.

Now, in 2025, Justice has revealed how deeply the online backlash affected her. Speaking on Mythical Kitchen’s Last Meals, she described receiving death threats and feeling publicly hated. “There was a time for so long on the internet where I felt like people hated me,” she said. “I got so much hate, dude. I got death threats.” She also shared how the experience impacted her mother, who was distressed by the online hostility directed at her daughter.

Justice reflected on how the meme took on a life of its own, saying, “It’s factual. We did all sing, OK? What do you want from me?!” Although once overwhelmed by the online narrative, she now views the incident with humour and distance. “Now I think it’s funny. I’m in on the joke. I even say it to myself all the time,” she said.

She added that she and Ariana Grande exchanged messages to clarify misunderstandings, stating the narrative of jealousy is no longer relevant. Justice is now focused on her current projects, including the upcoming film California King, and said she approaches her career with more self-awareness and humour.