Chappell Roan Addresses ‘Creepy Behavior’ from Fans: ‘That’s Not Normal’
Chappell Roan is speaking out.
The 26-year-old singer of “Hot to Go!” shared her experiences regarding the mistreatment and harassment she faces from fans in a two-part TikTok video posted on Monday.
In the first clip, Roan challenged viewers to think about whether they would act toward a “random woman on the street” in the same way some fans have been treating her lately. She described various incidents, including fans yelling from car windows, public harassment, family stalking, bullying, and getting angry at her for declining to take photos.
Roan reminded her followers that she is just a “random” individual, despite her celebrity status.
“I don’t care if harassment and stalking are considered normal for those in the limelight,” she asserted. “It shouldn’t be accepted purely because of the career path I’ve chosen. That does not justify such behavior.”
The “Good Luck, Babe!” artist criticized those who feel “entitled” to demand a celebrity’s attention, stating that she doesn’t care if they label her as “selfish” for refusing to take pictures or give hugs.
“That’s not normal,” she emphasized. “It’s odd how some people believe they know you just because they follow you online or listen to your music.”
She finished her message with, “I have every right to reject inappropriate behavior.”
Roan’s remarks come as her 2023 album, “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess,” sees a rise in popularity, recently reaching No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart. After her recent performance at Lollapalooza, a spokesperson claimed it was the “largest daytime set we’ve ever had.” She also took the stage at Coachella this past April and opened for Olivia Rodrigo on her Guts tour.
Earlier in July, on the “Comment Section” podcast, she mentioned that she has been less focused on gaining fame because some fans have acted like “freaks” by following her and tracking down her family’s locations.
“This is the moment when, a few years ago, I said if (there were) stalker vibes or my loved ones were in danger, I would step back, and we’ve reached that point,” she shared. “I’ve slowed down on seeking greater recognition.”
In June, Roan expressed her vulnerability during a performance, revealing she was feeling “a little off” and finding it hard to cope with her rapidly advancing career.
Contributing: Edward Segarra