Abigail Breslin has taken to social media to criticize Katy Perry for her decision to collaborate with Dr. Luke, a producer who has been embroiled in a long-standing legal battle with pop star Kesha. Breslin’s comments come in the wake of Perry’s announcement of her new single “Woman’s World,” which features Dr. Luke as a co-producer. This collaboration has sparked controversy due to the serious allegations Kesha has made against Dr. Luke, including emotional abuse and sexual assault.
Kesha’s legal battle with Dr. Luke began nearly a decade ago when she accused him of emotional abuse and sexual assault. Dr. Luke has consistently denied these allegations and countersued Kesha, claiming she fabricated the accusations to break her recording contract. The legal proceedings have been highly publicized, with both parties presenting their cases in court. In 2018, a judge ruled that Kesha had defamed Dr. Luke by suggesting that Perry was also a victim of his abuse, a claim Perry vehemently denied.
In a recent social media post, Breslin expressed her disapproval of Perry’s decision to work with Dr. Luke. She wrote, “I’m just saying… working with known abusers in any industry just contributes to the narrative that men can do abhorrent shit and get away with it.” Breslin also voiced her support for Kesha, adding, “On another note, I love @KeshaRose and she gave one of the best shows I’ve ever been to last year <3 stream Kesha!"
Kesha's response to the news of Perry's collaboration with Dr. Luke was a simple "lol" on Twitter, which many interpreted as a reaction to the controversial partnership. Kesha has maintained her original claims against Dr. Luke, even after their legal battle came to an end last summer with a settlement reached just one month before the case was set to go to trial.
Perry's decision to work with Dr. Luke has not only drawn criticism from Breslin but also from fans and other public figures. Many have expressed disappointment and frustration, arguing that Perry's collaboration with Dr. Luke undermines the efforts to hold abusers accountable. Some fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns, with one user stating, "I’m sorry but I can’t listen to any new Katy Perry song that is written and/or produced by Dr. Luke."
Despite the backlash, Perry has continued to promote her upcoming album "143," which is set for release on September 20. The album's lead single, "Woman's World," marks Perry's return to music and is expected to usher in a new era for the singer. Perry has shared snippets of other tracks from the album, including "I'm His, He's Mine," "Gimme Gimme" featuring 21 Savage, and "Nirvana."
Perry's involvement in Dr. Luke's defamation lawsuit against Kesha in 2017 added another layer of complexity to the situation. Dr. Luke claimed that Kesha had told Lady Gaga he had raped Perry, an allegation Perry denied. In 2018, Perry revealed that she felt pressured to support Kesha and was "annoyed" with both parties. She also mentioned that Dr. Luke was not involved in her 2017 album "Witness" because she did not want to feel like she was "picking a side."
The controversy surrounding Perry's collaboration with Dr. Luke highlights the ongoing challenges in the music industry regarding accountability and support for survivors of abuse. Breslin's comments reflect a broader sentiment that working with individuals accused of serious misconduct perpetuates a culture where such behavior is tolerated and excused.
As the release date for Perry's album approaches, it remains to be seen how the public will respond to her new music in light of the controversy. For now, Breslin's support for Kesha and her criticism of Perry's decision serve as a reminder of the importance of standing with survivors and holding abusers accountable.
Source: Rolling Stone, Twitter
