Ariana Grande Sues Hackers Over Stolen Music
The pop star is seeking to identify and hold accountable individuals who allegedly sold her unreleased work online.
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Pop star Ariana Grande has filed a lawsuit in a Los Angeles court against hackers accused of stealing unreleased music, private photographs, and video footage. The legal action, filed on Monday, seeks to identify the individuals responsible, who are currently referred to as John Doe in the court documents. Grande's legal team intends to use the proceedings to hold these individuals accountable for their alleged actions.
Allegations of Data Theft and Dark Web Sales
The lawsuit claims that hackers gained access to the online accounts of people working with Grande, leading to the alleged theft and subsequent sale of her material on the dark web. According to court filings reported by various media outlets, 45 unreleased songs belonging to Grande were reportedly leaked in 2023 alone. The stolen assets are said to have been sold for significant sums of money. In one instance, a hacker allegedly impersonated a photographer to trick an employee into sending images of Grande.
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The legal documents state that the unauthorised misappropriation and disclosure of these materials constitute a violation of Grande's privacy and artistry, disrupting her career and causing substantial harm. The lawsuit asserts that neither Grande nor any other public or private figure should endure such violations from individuals who operate with impunity.
Pattern of Cyber Intrusion
The filing outlines a pattern of alleged illegal behaviour, detailing how collaborators' accounts have been systematically targeted over several years. The lawsuit claims that in 2025, a producer's mobile device was hacked, compromising unreleased masters, demos, and footage from recording sessions. The previous year, hackers reportedly created a fake email address impersonating a photographer to obtain unreleased photos from a digital technician.
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Grande is suing for invasion of privacy, violation of California computer hacking laws, and conversion. Her lawyers stated that the singer is initiating legal action to uncover the identities of the hackers and hold them responsible for their alleged conduct.
The court filing comes as Grande prepares for the release of her new album, Petal, this Friday. She is also currently undertaking a world tour, with concerts scheduled in the UK in August.
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+Who is Ariana Grande suing?
Ariana Grande is suing unidentified hackers, referred to as John Doe in court documents, who are accused of stealing her unreleased music, private photographs, and video footage. The lawsuit aims to identify these individuals and hold them accountable for their alleged actions.
+What did the hackers allegedly steal from Ariana Grande?
The hackers allegedly stole unreleased music, private photographs, and video footage from Ariana Grande. According to the lawsuit, 45 unreleased songs were leaked in 2023 alone, and the stolen assets were reportedly sold on the dark web for significant sums of money.
+What legal claims is Ariana Grande making in her lawsuit?
Ariana Grande is suing for invasion of privacy, violation of California computer hacking laws, and conversion. Her legal team states that the unauthorised misappropriation and disclosure of her materials have caused substantial harm to her career and personal life.
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