Frankie Grande has sparked debate he has a secret feud with pop star Tate McRae as fans noticed a ‘dramatic’ reaction when she was performing at the MTV Video Music Awards
Ariana Grande’s brother has been accused of having a ‘feud’ with pop star Tate McRae after a telling moment at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards. The Wicked actress picked up two accolades at the award ceremony in New York on Sunday evening.
She was joined by brother Frankie and their family as they took in the celebrations. However, at one moment it seemed Frankie was far from impressed by singer Tate.
The pop star performed a medley of her two hit singles, Revolving Door and Sports Car. Yet, during Tate’s set Frankie appeared to be scowling and shaking his head. He was spotted watching her performance in a backstage POV camera, with fans soon taking note of his behaviour.
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Many were quick to brand Frankie “dramatic” and even suggested he was “giving hater” energy. One fan said: “Hes so mad.” Another added: “that man has no right to have a reaction like that to tate of all people performing lol the girl DEVOURED.”
Someone else commented: “why is he disappointed?” A fourth wrote: “i thought i was the only one that clocked this but like why is he making that face…”
However, others came to his defence as one fan said: “im sure he’s just paying attention not shading her.” Another argued: “maybe he’s disappointed of voice, idk why tate always do that changing those notes.”
Frankie also appeared to defend his actions as he appeared on the VMAs Celeb POV stream. He said: “I love Tate McRae. I’m obsessed with her. She’s beautiful and her makeup artist killed it today.”
The actor and singer also shared a clip of his famous sister Ariana meeting Tate, with Frankie spotted shaking the pop star’s hand. On the same night, Ariana also had a rather bizarre encounter with Sabrina Carpenter, who put her hands on her throat.
Espresso hitmaker Sabrina was seen with her hands around Ariana’s neck as they posed in an odd embrace. She appeared to be playfully strangling Ariana as the pair posed for a glam snap backstage.
It came just after Ariana, who won two awards, was accused of shading Sabrina during the ceremony. In a now-viral clip, the top pop stars were seen chatting and hugging when Sabrina, who bagged three awards, went in for another embrace.
However, Ariana failed to put her arms around Sabrina, making for an awkward interaction. Fans were quick to spot the seemingly tense moment between the pair as some even accused Ariana of being “fake”.
Ariana triumphed over Lady Gaga during the ceremony as she picked up the top honour of Video of the Year for Brighter Days Ahead.
She managed to beat Billie Eilish – Birds of a Feather, Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – Die With a Smile, Rosé & Bruno Mars – Apt., Sabrina Carpenter – Manchild, and The Weeknd & Playboi Carti – Timeless. Ariana had also picked up Best Pop for Brighter Days Ahead.
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