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Ariana Grande has launched legal action against a group of unidentified hackers she alleges have repeatedly stolen and leaked unreleased music and private creative materials throughout her career.
The lawsuit targets anonymous individuals whose identities are currently unknown, with Grande’s legal team seeking court approval to obtain information from internet companies that could help identify those responsible. The filing claims the alleged cyberattacks have spanned approximately 15 years, compromising devices and online accounts belonging to photographers, producers and other collaborators connected to the pop star.
According to the complaint, the hackers accessed unreleased songs, photos and behind-the-scenes videos before distributing or selling the material online. Grande alleges that 45 unreleased tracks were leaked in 2023 alone, describing the incidents as a sustained campaign that has interfered with both her creative process and professional career.
The lawsuit argues that the alleged breaches have caused significant personal and commercial harm, characterizing the repeated leaks as an invasion of privacy that disrupts how she chooses to share her work with fans. Grande’s legal team also contends that the case extends beyond her own interests, arguing that artists and other public figures should not be forced to endure ongoing cyberattacks.
Court filings outline several methods the hackers allegedly used to obtain private content. In one instance, login credentials for a Dropbox account belonging to a photographer who had worked with Grande were reportedly compromised. Another alleged breach involved the phone of one of her music producers. The lawsuit also claims hackers created fraudulent domain names and Gmail accounts to impersonate trusted contacts, convincing a digital technician working with one of Grande’s photographers to hand over confidential files.
Because the defendants have not yet been identified, the case is expected to focus initially on uncovering their identities through subpoenas directed at internet service providers and technology companies. Even if those efforts prove successful, pursuing further legal action could become more complicated if any of the alleged hackers are located outside the United States.
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