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SCOOTER BRAUN FACES BACKLASH FOR ALLEGEDLY NEGLECTING ARIANA GRANDE'S RELATIONSHIP DRAMA.

Ariana Grande, Scooter Braun, and the Vacation Controversy…

By Priscilla AyeniPublished 8 months ago 3 min read
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In the fast-paced world of the music industry, drama and intrigue often make their presence felt. The latest spotlight is on none other than the chart-topping sensation, Ariana Grande. Rumors have been swirling about her alleged romantic involvement with Ethan Slater, a co-star from the musical 'Wicked.' Yet, this whirlwind of speculation has unveiled another intriguing layer—Scooter Braun, a prominent music manager.

The plot thickens as reports circulate that Braun, known for managing some of the industry's biggest names, declined to cut short his vacation to address the media frenzy surrounding Grande's relationship turmoil. This alleged decision has ruffled feathers within Grande's team, who reportedly anticipated Braun's swift intervention to manage the escalating situation. However, Braun's reluctance to interrupt his vacation has left the team disgruntled. Interestingly, this incident is not an isolated occurrence, as other music stars have recently severed their ties with Braun. Notable among them are Demi Lovato and Idina Menzel, both parting ways with Braun's SB Projects. Furthermore, rumors suggest that Justin Bieber is exploring legal avenues to terminate his association with the music mogul.

While a wall of silence surrounds the artists in question, Braun himself adopted a more light-hearted approach. Earlier this week, he humorously quipped that he was "no longer managing himself," a witty reference to the wave of departures from his management firm. Yet, beneath the humor lies an undercurrent of tension between Braun and Ariana Grande's team, catalyzed by his alleged response to her relationship controversy earlier this year.

The tale takes a captivating twist with Grande's separation from her husband, Dalton Gomez, after nearly two years of marriage. In the wake of this revelation, rumors began to circulate about a budding romance between Grande and Ethan Slater, her 'Wicked' co-star. The media machinery swung into action, creating a whirlpool of speculation and interest around the unfolding drama.

Ethan Slater's personal life also found itself thrust into the limelight. Married to Lilly Jay since 2018, Slater announced the birth of their son on Instagram in January 2023. However, recent reports indicate that Slater filed for divorce just last month, adding an intriguing dimension to the saga.

At the heart of the matter lies the reported demand made by Ariana Grande's team of Scooter Braun. Allegedly, they wanted Braun to curtail his European vacation and fly to New York to manage the burgeoning media chaos. Braun's response was unequivocal—he believed he deserved the vacation. This retort, conveyed through insiders, underscores the mounting tension between the two parties.

Both Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber have been under Braun's management since the genesis of their careers. Braun's discovery of Bieber on YouTube in 2008 marked the inception of their professional relationship. Amidst the ongoing changes, Braun's announcement of stepping back from day-to-day management to focus on his role as CEO of HYBE America, a South Korean entertainment powerhouse responsible for the global phenomenon BTS, has ignited discussions about his continued involvement with his clients.

Insiders close to Braun assert that negotiations have been ongoing for months as he assumes his expanded role within HYBE America. Contrary to swirling rumors, Braun's team continues to guide both Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber through this evolving landscape.

This saga casts a spotlight on Braun's music industry history, particularly his ongoing feud with Taylor Swift. The feud traces back to Braun's acquisition of Swift's long-standing label, Big Machine Records, granting him ownership of the master recordings of her initial six studio albums. The subsequent sale of these masters to an investment fund in 2020 only fueled the flames of their discord.

As the story unfolds, Ariana Grande's rumored relationship with Ethan Slater remains the epicenter of attention. With the ripple effect touching upon Scooter Braun's role and connections with other artists, the music industry becomes a canvas for captivating narratives that extend beyond the realm of music itself. Ultimately, time will unveil whether this incident leaves an indelible mark on the careers of those involved or merely becomes a fleeting chapter in the ever-evolving tapestry of celebrity culture.

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