It is no secret that celebrity relationships are often a whirlwind of rumors, speculation, and drama. Yet, when Sabrina Carpenter sang “Please, Please, Please” she pleaded against that outcome. However, the latest celebrity craze involving Sabrina Carpenter, Barry Keoghan, and Breckie Hill has certainly given the internet something to gossip about.
Rumors regarding an alleged breakup between Carpenter and Barry Keoghan have circulated on and off for a few months, but just this week have been reported by celebrity news outlets such as TMZ or People Magazine – except this time not only rumors of a breakup are circulating, but infidelity as well. Breckie Hill, a rising social media personality – is allegedly the mistress with which Keoghan cheated on Carpenter, and contrary to what one might at first assume, she has taken part in spreading this celebrity gossip. Breckie Hill appears to be enjoying the drama, even if it means taking on the villain role in a very public relationship.
As rumors began to pick up traction of Keoghan and Hill’s love affair, fans witnessed Breckie’s TikTok repost page become decorated with videos supporting them. Unlike what many would assume– as the public is painting Hill as the homewrecker of a public– Breckie has taken this gossip and decided to use it to her advantage in the domain of fame and publicity. For a rising star like Hill, in a world where social media does the talking and any attention is still attention, being involved in drama with such high-profile celebrities can provide a career boost. Whatever the status of the rumors truly is around her and Keoghan, Hill has positioned herself at the center of one of the widely discussed celebrity dramas this year.
Yet, a few days following the virality of the Carpenter-Keoghan split and Breckie’s encouragement of rumors, Hill took to social media to tell the truth. She posted a video stating that she had never met Keoghan and thought her name being involved in the scandal was absolutely ridiculous, causing her to repost the videos accusing her of pure comedy. Whether or not this is true, Breckie certainly got her moment in the spotlight– and all publicity is good publicity in the world of social media.
When asked about her thoughts on the drama, Casey Cho (12) thinks, “It was definitely for views and attention that Breckie encouraged the rumors.” She then went on to state, “Honestly, good for her. I feel like most rising influencers would have been scared that this would hurt their growing image and reputation, but Breckie has proved that she doesn’t care about rumors and probably likes them.”
Yet, not everyone involved is proudly championing the rumors. In fact, Keoghan took to the social media platform X to express his thoughts on the publicity of these rumors. In a lengthy tweet, he stated his thoughts such as “I can only sit and take so much. My name has been dragged across the internet in ways I usually don’t respond to,” and continued to share, “The messages I have received no person should ever have to read them. Absolute lies, hatred, disgusting commentary about my appearance, character, how I am as a parent, and every other inhumane thing you can imagine.”
Overall, the social media and publicity realm thrives on online drama and conspiracies. While online gossip can be used to one’s advantage, as seen in Breckie Hill’s use of her name in the gossip, it can also harm celebrities and their own mental health. So, as Sabrina would say, “Please, Please, Please” remember that all celebrities are human beings and deserve peace when away from the limelight, regardless of their involvement in drama and breakups.
