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7 Shocking New Revelations About The Joshua Bassett, Sabrina Carpenter, And Olivia Rodrigo Love Triangle

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The iconic Disney-era love triangle involving Joshua Bassett, Sabrina Carpenter, and Olivia Rodrigo continues to captivate the internet in late 2025. While the rumored relationship between Bassett and Carpenter occurred back in 2020, the ripple effects—and the music they inspired—are still making headlines today, with fresh updates spanning into 2024 and 2025.

The intense public scrutiny began with the release of Olivia Rodrigo’s monumental hit "drivers license," which many fans believe detailed her heartbreak over a split from Joshua, heavily implying he moved on quickly with a "blonde girl" widely interpreted to be Sabrina Carpenter. This drama birthed a new era of pop music feuds told through deeply personal lyrics. Here is the definitive, up-to-date look at the entire timeline, their current status, and the surprising new revelations.

Joshua Bassett and Sabrina Carpenter: Full Biography Profiles

To understand the depth of the musical feud, it is essential to first know the core players who met while working in the Disney ecosystem.

Joshua Bassett

  • Full Name: Joshua Taylor Bassett
  • Date of Birth: December 22, 2000
  • Place of Birth: Oceanside, California, U.S.
  • Key Career Highlights: Best known for starring as Ricky Bowen in the Disney+ series High School Musical: The Musical: The Series (HSMTMTS). He is also a singer-songwriter with EPs like Crisis/Secret/Set Me Free and his debut album expected in 2024.
  • Relationship Status (Current): Linked to model and activist Amelie Zilber in March 2024.

Sabrina Carpenter

  • Full Name: Sabrina Annlynn Carpenter
  • Date of Birth: May 11, 1999
  • Place of Birth: Quakertown, Pennsylvania, U.S.
  • Key Career Highlights: Gained prominence as Maya Hart on the Disney Channel series Girl Meets World. She has a successful music career with hits like "Nonsense," "Feather," and the album Emails I Can't Send.
  • Relationship Status (Current): Dating actor Barry Keoghan (since late 2023).

The Definitive Timeline: From 2020 Romance to 2025 Reconciliation

The relationship between Joshua Bassett and Sabrina Carpenter was brief but explosive in its aftermath. They were first linked in the summer of 2020 after the alleged breakup between Joshua and Olivia Rodrigo.

1. Summer 2020: The Spark

Joshua and Sabrina first sparked dating rumors when they were seen together at a Black Lives Matter protest in Los Angeles in June 2020. They were later seen sharing playful TikToks and dressing up in matching costumes for Halloween, solidifying the public's perception of a budding romance.

2. January 2021: The "drivers license" Earthquake

Olivia Rodrigo released "drivers license," which instantly became a global phenomenon. The lyrics—"And you’re probably with that blonde girl / Who always made me doubt"—were widely interpreted as a direct reference to Sabrina Carpenter, launching the entire love triangle drama into the mainstream media.

3. January 2021: Sabrina’s Musical Response with "Skin"

Just weeks after "drivers license," Sabrina released her own single, "Skin." The song contained lyrics that appeared to be a direct counter-response, including the line: "Maybe you didn't mean it / Maybe 'blonde' was the only rhyme." Joshua publicly supported the song on his Instagram story, further fueling the speculation.

4. The Aftermath: Joshua’s "Lie Lie Lie" and Sabrina’s "because i liked a boy"

Both artists continued to use their music to process the intense public scrutiny. Joshua released "Lie Lie Lie," which he claimed was about a friend who betrayed him, though many fans connected it to the drama. Sabrina’s 2022 track "because i liked a boy" on her Emails I Can't Send album gave her side of the story, discussing the public shaming she received for being involved in the situation.

The Latest 2024–2025 Updates That Prove The Drama Isn't Dead

Despite the relationship ending in early 2021, the narrative surrounding the trio remains a major talking point. Recent events show that the artists are either actively moving on or subtly addressing the past.

Revelation 1: The Grammys 2025 Hug

In one of the most surprising and definitive moments of public reconciliation, Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter were seen hugging at the Grammys in 2025. This public display of warmth signaled to fans that the alleged feud between the two women—who were pitted against each other by the media—is officially a thing of the past.

Revelation 2: Sabrina’s June 2024 Reflection on the "Mess"

In a major June 2024 cover story, Sabrina Carpenter looked back on the past drama. She stated that she is "not losing sleep" over the situation, acknowledging the "mess" but emphasizing that she has moved past it and is focusing on her current success.

Revelation 3: Joshua Bassett’s New Music in July 2024

Joshua Bassett announced the release of a new single on June 28th, 2024, with a full album to follow in July 2024. Fans and media outlets immediately began speculating that the new music would contain fresh references or his final word on the love triangle, proving the story still has commercial pull.

Revelation 4: The "Nonsense" Name-Drop

Sabrina Carpenter has a tradition of changing the outro of her hit song "Nonsense" during live performances. In an October 2023 concert in Los Angeles, she directly referenced Joshua, singing a line that mentioned her past rumored romance with him. This shows that while the drama is old, it remains a relevant and playful part of her narrative.

Revelation 5: The Shift in Focus to New Partners

The public narrative has significantly shifted away from the love triangle itself. Sabrina Carpenter’s high-profile relationship with Irish actor Barry Keoghan (of Saltburn fame) has dominated her recent headlines. Similarly, Joshua Bassett was publicly linked to activist Amelie Zilber in early 2024. This demonstrates that all three artists have successfully moved on to new, separate chapters in their lives and careers.

The Legacy of the Disney Love Triangle

The saga of Joshua Bassett, Sabrina Carpenter, and Olivia Rodrigo is more than just celebrity gossip; it is a case study in how modern pop culture, fueled by social media and streaming services, can turn personal relationships into global musical events. The drama generated massive streams and sales for all three artists, cementing their status as cultural icons of their generation.

The songs—from "drivers license" and "Skin" to "because i liked a boy"—created a musical dialogue that captivated millions. While the personal relationships have long since concluded, the music remains, and the recent public reconciliation and new music releases confirm that the story is a defining chapter in all their careers, a chapter they are now managing on their own terms.

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