TODAY’S PAPER | November 08, 2025 | EPAPER

Did Ariana Grande post an ‘anti–white supremacy’ message? Here’s what you need to know

Ariana Grande’s name pulled into viral fake post controversy amid ‘Wicked’ hype


Pop Culture & Art November 08, 2025 1 min read
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A social media post attributed to Ariana Grande has sparked debate online, appearing to show the singer condemning white supremacy and promoting solidarity against hate crimes.

The post led some users to call for a boycott of Grande’s upcoming film Wicked, in which she stars as Glinda.

Supporters stressed that the message did not reflect her official statements and highlighted her history of charitable work, including organizing a benefit concert for victims of the Manchester attack.

Fact-checks indicate that the image circulating online lacks official verification markers, uses a mismatched profile photo, and has previously surfaced in similar hoaxes, including one that falsely attributed the same message to Demi Lovato.

In contrast, Ariana Grande’s verified social media accounts currently focus on promoting her upcoming film Wicked and other professional projects.

The incident underscores the ongoing challenges of misinformation and the need for careful verification when engaging with socially and historically sensitive content.

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