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Kesha Throws Shade at Katy Perry

LEFT PHOTO: Kesha visits Empire State Building, New York, United States - 10 Apr 2025 RIGHT PHOTO: Katy Perry, Breakthrough Prize ceremony in Los Angeles, Santa Monica, USA - 05 Apr 2025
LEFT PHOTO: By Lev Radin/Shutterstock RIGHT PHOTO: By CAROLINE BREHMAN/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock

In recent days, the digital realm has been buzzing with discussions about a perceived conflict between pop stars Kesha and Katy Perry, which escalated when Kesha posted a seemingly innocuous photo holding a Wendy’s cup. This action coincided with a pointed, cheeky tweet from Wendy’s aimed at Katy Perry after her spaceflight with Blue Origin’s all-woman crew. The fast-food chain, renowned for its snarky social media presence, remarked humorously, “Can we send her back?” after Perry’s mission concluded. Kesha’s subsequent photo—showing her sipping from a Wendy’s cup—unintentionally ignited a flurry of fan speculation, suggesting it was a subtle jab at Perry.

The speculation surrounding Kesha’s intent is rooted in their intertwined histories with the controversial music producer Dr. Luke. Kesha has accused Dr. Luke of severe misconduct, including drugging and assaulting her, leading to a high-profile legal battle. Contrarily, Perry has maintained a professional relationship with Dr. Luke, collaborating with him on several occasions, most recently on her 2024 album “143,” despite the controversies. This connection has long fueled rumors of tension between the two artists, further intensified by their differing stances on Dr. Luke.

The internet’s reaction to Kesha’s photo ranges from amusement to support, with many perceiving it as a quiet alignment with Wendy’s shade towards Perry. Fans on platforms like X expressed their admiration for Kesha, praising her perceived boldness in this nuanced celebrity drama. The context of the photo seems integral to its reception—as Wendy’s had, just hours earlier, humorously undermined Perry’s space travel endeavor, a move that many online users found unexpectedly daring and comical.

Kesha’s legal skirmish with Dr. Luke, which began in 2014, was a pivotal moment in her career and became a significant narrative in the music industry’s discourse on power dynamics and artist protection. Although the legal battle was protracted, it culminated in a settlement in 2023, with both parties agreeing to move forward without explicit admissions of wrongdoing. Throughout this period, Perry's decision to collaborate with Dr. Luke was frequently scrutinized, leading her to address the matter publicly. In a 2024 podcast, Perry stated that her artistic choices on “143” were personal and reflective of her experiences, thereby aiming to separate her music from the legal controversies surrounding her producer.

Kesha’s selfie with the Wendy’s cup, while seemingly trivial, reignites discussions of loyalty and support within industry circles and among fans. It underscores the complex weave of professional networks in the music world, where business decisions often intersect with personal beliefs and public perceptions. This incident vividly illustrates how celebrity actions are subject to myriad interpretations, reflecting broader societal debates on accountability and ethics.

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