dailyloe.com – Joshua Bassett faced social media backlash after addressing a question about his public breakup with Olivia Rodrigo. The 25-year-old actor responded to speculation about his upcoming memoir, ‘Rookie’. His comments came ahead of Rodrigo’s new album release.
Bassett replied ambiguously to a social media post about the memoir. The post asked if the book discusses his relationship with the 23-year-old pop superstar. That relationship inspired her song ‘drivers license’.
The ‘High School Musical’ star stated, “let’s just say it’s essentially a diary entry.” This confession led to attacks from Rodrigo’s fans online. They claimed he was using his ex-girlfriend for clout.
Fans argued he was seeking attention when Rodrigo has the spotlight. This is due to her new album coming out. A social media user criticized the timing.
One user wrote, “everyone tryna get a piece of olivia ever since the album announced.” Another added, “the concept of only being able to stay relevant through your ex from 5 years ago.” The majority response online was negative.
Some people defended Bassett’s right to tell his story. They argued the past love triangle drama affected him severely. The situation involved him, Rodrigo, and Sabrina Carpenter.
One X user defended the actor’s perspective in the memoir. They wrote, “You guys expected him to not talk abt the drama and the hate he got from the world during that time??”
The user continued, “When it’s book abt everything he’s gone through.. like it’s not about Olivia or Sabrina it’s about his experience and the death threats, depression, etc that he went through during his whole life it’s not just about the drama or the crazy fans.” The debate highlights ongoing public interest in their past relationship.[]
Source: Geo News
