The 2025 Grammy Awards had a moment nobody saw coming. Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter, both exes of Joshua Bassett, shared a public hug, leaving fans speechless.
The two singers, who were once caught in a love triangle with Bassett, appeared to finally put their rumored feud to rest.
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Years of Drama Finally Over?
For years, fans speculated about tension between Rodrigo and Carpenter. It all started when Rodrigo released Drivers License in 2021, a heartbreaking song that many believed was about Bassett leaving her for Carpenter. The lyrics mentioned an older “blonde girl,” which fans quickly linked to Carpenter.
- Rodrigo and Bassett reportedly dated in 2019.
- Bassett and Carpenter were later seen together in 2020, sparking rumors.
- Rodrigo dropped Drivers License in 2021, igniting internet drama.
- Carpenter responded with Skin, which many believed was aimed at Rodrigo.
- Bassett denied everything but later released his own emotional songs.
Grammys Hug Breaks the Internet
During the ceremony at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, cameras caught Rodrigo and Carpenter hugging.
A fan shared a clip online with the caption: SABRINA AND OLIVIA HUGGED. Within minutes, social media exploded.
- “Biggest peace treaty in history,” one fan wrote.
- “A hug that says everything,” another posted.
- “This just healed a generation,” a third added.
Where Was Joshua Bassett?
While his name was trending, Bassett himself was nowhere to be seen at the Grammys. Since the Drivers License drama, he has focused on his music career, dropping albums and performing around the world.
He has never directly confirmed or denied details about his past relationships with Rodrigo or Carpenter.
Career Wins Overshadow Old Drama
Both singers had big moments at the Grammys:
- Sabrina Carpenter won Best Pop Vocal Album for Short n’ Sweet and Best Pop Solo Performance for Espresso. Also, she had been linked to other celebrities over the years, including Dylan OโBrien, Shawn Mendes, and David Dobrik
- Olivia Rodrigo introduced Chappell Roan for a performance but did not take home any awards.
Fans Still Obsessed With the Past
Despite both artists moving on with their careers, their history with Bassett still fascinates fans. The hug sparked debates over whether they were ever really feuding or if the drama was blown out of proportion.
One thing is clearโafter years of speculation, Rodrigo and Carpenter have turned the page. Whether that includes Bassett or not, the internet will always be watching.
