Music producer Jack Antonoff addressed rumors that he intentionally dissed Katy Perry by wearing earplugs during her 2024 MTV Video Music Awards performance. Antonoff sarcastically confirmed using earplugs, stating he has been using them for a long time in various settings, including loud environments, planes, and while sleeping. He humorously apologized for the earplug use, acknowledging the attention the incident received.
Antonoff's use of earplugs during Perry's performance sparked criticism, with some labeling his behavior as disrespectful. However, fans came to his defense, emphasizing the importance of concert ear safety and normalizing the use of earplugs.
The incident occurred while Antonoff was enjoying Perry's performance alongside his wife, Margaret Qualley, and friends Taylor Swift and Suki Waterhouse. Following Perry's performance, she was honored with the Video Vanguard Award, presented by her fiancé Orlando Bloom.
The assumed complicated relationship between Antonoff and Perry may stem from Perry's past feud with Swift. The longstanding feud between Perry and Swift originated in 2014, with Swift accusing an unnamed singer, widely believed to be Perry, of sabotaging her tour. This led to a public exchange between the two artists, culminating in Swift's song 'Bad Blood,' rumored to be about Perry.
Despite their history, Perry and Swift reconciled in 2019, with Perry extending an olive branch to Swift during her 'Reputation' tour. The two singers have since maintained communication and even shared friendly gestures, indicating a resolution to their past conflicts.
