Sabrina Carpenter’s visually dramatic performance at the 2026 Grammy Awards has sparked controversy, with animal rights organization People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) sharply criticizing the pop star for using a live white dove as part of her onstage act. The backlash followed Carpenter’s performance of “Manchild” on Sunday night at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, where she opened the ceremony with an elaborate, airport-themed set. While the performance drew attention for its cinematic staging, it was the appearance of the live bird at the end of the act that prompted swift condemnation from PETA. PETA’s Strong Rebuke … Continue reading PETA Condemns Sabrina Carpenter’s Grammys 2026 Performance Over Use of Live Bird