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Usher Apologizes to Sabrina Carpenter’s Dad After Viral Cherry-Feeding Moment at Met Gala

The R&B star addressed David Carpenter’s reaction to his playful performance, which sparked widespread social media engagement and brand commentary.

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Overview

  • During a surprise performance at the 2025 Met Gala, Usher fed Sabrina Carpenter a cherry as part of his signature live show tradition.
  • Sabrina Carpenter shared a screenshot of her father David Carpenter’s text reacting to the moment, simply stating, '? Weird,' which quickly went viral online.
  • Usher responded to the viral post by commenting on Instagram with a lighthearted apology to Mr. Carpenter, writing, 'Apologies Mr Carpenter 😅🍒.'
  • The cherry-feeding tradition, described by Usher as 'a bit erotic,' originated during his Las Vegas residency and has become a hallmark of his performances.
  • The incident continues to trend on social media, with fans and brands like Dunkin engaging in the meme-worthy moment, underscoring its cultural resonance.