Sabrina Carpenterthe music video of Feather has become the center of controversy, sparking debates over its provocative content and choice of filming location. The video's unexpected connection to ongoing investigations involving high-profile figures has only fueled the conversation.
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Why is Sabrina Carpenter's Feather music video controversial?
Sabrina Carpenter's music video for Feather had sparked a lot of controversy. Its provocative images and the fact that it was filmed inside Our Lady of Mount Carmel-Annunciation Parish in Brooklyn. The video, which features scenes of scantily clad dancing at an altar and men being dramatically killed by Carpenter, led to the firing of Monsignor Jamie Gigantiello, the church's pastor, for allowing filming to take place. This incident has become part of a much broader issue, as a subpoena was recently issued in connection with business dealings between Gigantiello and New York City Mayor Eric Adams' former chief of staff, Fran Carone, both of whom friends for a long time.
The uproar began last year when the Diocese of Brooklyn expressed dismay over the video's sexually provocative content. Gigantiello stated that he believed the video would only be filmed outside the church. He added that he was unaware of the provocative scenes filmed inside. Following the scandal, Gigantiello was stripped of his administrative duties. This includes his role as vicar for development of the diocese, which he held for 15 years.
The controversy deepened recently when federal investigators subpoenaed the church, reportedly focusing on Gigantiello's ties to Mayor Adams. He New York Post hinted that the Carpenter's Feather video and its connection to the church may have sparked the investigation. Diocese officials have remained tight-lipped and issued a statement saying they are cooperating with authorities. However, they have declined to comment further on the ongoing investigation.
During a concert at Madison Square Garden, Carpenter shamelessly addressed the situation. As seen in a viral clip on unknownhe joked to the crowd: “Should we talk about how I got the mayor impeached or…” Meanwhile, his video remains a hot topic on social media, with nearly 100 million views on YouTube.