Olivia Rodrigo has openly addressed her past friendship with Sabrina Carpenter, dismissing rumors of any lingering animosity between them. Five years after a rumored love triangle involving their mutual acquaintance Joshua Bassett, Olivia shared her thoughts in a recent British Vogue interview, revealing, “I think she’s great” and expressing happiness for Sabrina’s achievements, particularly her album “Man’s Best Friend.”
Olivia’s Reflections on Their Relationship
Olivia, who famously dated Joshua from 2019 to 2020, appreciated Sabrina’s recent successes. “I love the album she’s put out,” she remarked. However, she also voiced her hesitance about discussing their relationship in detail, noting that the public can sometimes misconstrue such matters. “It’s all love, though. I’ve talked to her many times,” she clarified.
Impact of Past Rumors
The fallout from the rumored love triangle created significant public interest, especially following Olivia’s release of the hit song “drivers license.” At the time, Sabrina was linked to Joshua, intensifying speculation when she released her song “Skin” shortly after. Reflecting on this period, Olivia remarked on the harshness she experienced, saying, “Sometimes I meet a 17 or an 18-year-old nowadays and I’m like, ‘Wow, you are such a baby.’”
She described navigating a challenging phase, balancing a breakup, full-time work, school, and the pressure of her burgeoning music career. “Looking back, I always think, ‘Wow, life will never be as hard as it was when I was 17,’” she stated.
Current Status of Their Relationship
Despite the past drama, Olivia refrained from revealing the specifics behind her hit songs, emphasizing the emotional connection rather than the narrative around them. “It’s resonating with people because of how emotional it is,” she explained in a Billboard interview.
Sabrina, on her part, has reflected positively on that time, emphasizing self-trust and the lessons learned from past relationships. “What that era taught me was to just trust myself, and trust that everything is going to work out the way it’s supposed to,” she shared.
Conclusion
Clearly, both artists have moved on from the tension of their youth. Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter are not only supportive of each other’s journeys but also have gained valuable insights from their experiences. Their friendship appears to be based on respect and understanding, making it evident that they are no longer caught up in the feud rumors.
