Chappell Roan Addresses Predatory Behavior from Fans

US pop star Chappell Roan has recently expressed her concerns regarding the predatory behavior exhibited by some fans. In an Instagram post, she indicated that she feels both scared and tired due to the harassment she has faced.

The 26-year-old artist revealed that she has been building her career for the past decade and has reached a point where she must establish boundaries. Roan emphasized her desire to sustain a long-term career as an artist.

In her statement, Roan stated, “I’ve been in too many nonconsensual physical and social interactions and I just need to lay it out and remind you, women don’t owe you shit.” She highlighted that her choice to pursue music stems from her passion for art and her commitment to honoring her inner child.

Roan further clarified that her public appearances, including performances and work events, are part of her job. She stated, “Any other circumstances, I am not in work mode.” She asserted that she does not owe any exchange of time or energy to individuals who make her uncomfortable.

Although she expressed gratitude for her supportive community, Roan specifically addressed the predatory behavior disguised as ‘superfan’ behavior. She noted that such treatment has become normalized over time.

In addressing the reasons behind her choice of profession, Roan reiterated her commitment to her work while firmly rejecting any form of harassment. She expressed a wish to enjoy her life freely without unwanted attentions.

Moreover, Roan emphasized that the responsibility of maintaining personal boundaries lies with the harasser. She commented, “It is the harasser’s duty to be a decent person, leave her alone, and respect that she can wear whatever she wants and still deserve peace in this world.”

In her post, she also articulated her desire to live her life, have fun with friends, and feel safe in public spaces without being harassed.

Roan concluded her message by emphasizing her need to keep parts of her life separate from her public persona. She expressed hope that her fans would respect her boundaries.

Following her post, Roan disabled comments, stating that her message was not open for discussion and that she was prepared to face any consequences for demanding respect. This situation follows a series of TikTok videos in which she discussed her right to say no to unwanted behavior.

Chappell Roan’s debut album did not initially chart upon its release but rose to the UK charts as her fan base grew. Songs from her album, including “Good Luck, Babe”, “Hot To Go!”, and “Red Wine Supernova”, have also gained recognition on the UK singles chart.