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Olivia Rodrigo

The latest news on Olivia Rodrigo, American singer-songwriter and actress, including showbiz news and updates.

Born

20 Feb 2003

Industry

Entertainment, Music

Job Title

Singer

Critics accuse celebrities like Sabrina Carpenter (left and right) and Olivia Rodrigo (centre) of using babydoll dresses to deliberately style themselves as childlike while simultaneously sexualising the look. Photo: dpa/TNS/Instagram

Music

Is it girlhood or ‘paedo baiting’? Why the babydoll dress is causing controversy

Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter’s fashion choices have sparked fierce discussion on femininity, agency and the male gaze in pop culture.

21 Jun 2026 - 7:15PM

Fame and celebrity

Meet Matt Cornett, who plays Sam Florek in Every Year After

15 Jun 2026 - 6:10PM

Celebrity style

Explainer: What are babydoll dresses and why are they controversial?

5 Jun 2026 - 2:03PMvideocam

Fame and celebrity

Who is Olivia Rodrigo’s rumoured new boyfriend, Geese’s Cameron Winter?

Winter is one of the youngest ever musicians to headline Carnegie Hall – both he and Rodrigo recently played Coachella.

20 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM

Olivia Rodrigo is rumoured to be dating Geese frontman Cameron Winter. Photos: @daniellegoldberg/Instagram, Getty Images

United States

As ICE cracks down, some of America’s biggest names are speaking out

The US president is facing a growing cultural revolt that threatens to undermine his signature domestic priority.

29 Jan 2026 - 4:33PM

Fame and celebrity

Meet podcaster Jake Shane, who’s friends with Kaia Gerber and Glen Powell

Currently No 37 on Forbes’ 2025’s Top Creators list, Shane made his TV debut on Hacks and has interviewed Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco and Katy Perry.

13 Oct 2025 - 6:00PMvideocam

Taylor Swift

Which celebs does Taylor Swift talk about on The Life of a Showgirl?

Swift released The Life of a Showgirl last week, and fans are theorising that songs like ‘Actually Romantic’ and ‘Father Figure’ are about her celebrity feuds.

9 Oct 2025 - 6:00AM

Taylor Swift with Blake Lively, and with Olivia Rodrigo. Photos: Instagram

Fashion

Meet Sabrina Carpenter’s in-demand celebrity stylist, Jared Ellner

With a strong eye for over-the-top and vintage-inspired looks, 28-year-old Jared Ellner is a rising talent in the world of celebrity stylists – and his client list keeps growing.

1 Jul 2025 - 6:00PM

Britain

Kneecap play Glastonbury despite criticism from politicians

Singer Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh has been charged under the Terrorism Act for allegedly waving a Hezbollah flag at a concert in London in November.

28 Jun 2025 - 11:50PM

Fame and celebrity

Meet Olivia Rodrigo’s opening act, rising Gen Z queer pop star Chappell Roan

Roan caught the music world’s attention with her YouTube cover videos and after several setbacks, she dominated 2023 by going on tour with Olivia Rodrigo and releasing her debut album

9 May 2024 - 6:00AMvideocam

Kayleigh Rose Amstutz, better known at Chappelle Roan, poses in a 2023 Instagram post. Photos: @chapelleroan/Instagram

Fame and celebrity

Who is Charli D’Amelio’s new rumoured BF, Zack Bia – and why is he famous?

As rumours of a romance with TikTok star Charli D’Amelio emerge, Zack Bia is becoming hard to ignore – so what do we know about the music mogul better known as ‘Drake’s sidekick’?

21 Feb 2024 - 8:00PM

Zack Bia is a budding music mogul and rumoured to be dating Charli D’Amelio. Photo: @zackbia/Instagram

Fashion

Why Miu Miu is the top fashion brand of 2023, according to Lyst

Miu Miu sparked pantless and exposed-undies trends, brought back Y2K ballet flats, and was spotted on Olivia Rodrigo at the Grammys and Sydney Sweeney at PFW

11 Dec 2023 - 3:22PM

Fame and celebrity

‘Completely unstoppable’: Billie Eilish’s emotional connection to Barbie song

What has Billie Eilish, pop superstar, learned from ‘What Was I Made For?’ She reveals how her own success and sense of self-worth contributed to her hit Barbie song, and what she thinks of Olivia Rodrigo.

8 Dec 2023 - 6:15PMvideocam

Luxury travel

When Taylor Swift takes the bus: we toured Dreamliner Luxury Coaches

Olivia Rodrigo, Drake, Doja Cat, Travis Scott and more stars ride with Dreamliner – so what do the multimillion-dollar buses look like inside?

21 Nov 2023 - 10:00AM

Ever wondered how your favourite pop stars get around while on tour in the US? Dreamliner Luxury Coaches has the answer. Photos: Handout

Fame and celebrity

‘Winner’: Conan Gray is the rising Gen Z singer you should be listening to

Conan Gray might not have dated anyone before, but that hasn’t stopped him channelling his heartbreak into emotional ballads that become huge hits – so what’s he like IRL?

15 Nov 2023 - 6:00AMvideocam

Fashion

Pleated miniskirts are officially a thing, so here’s our top 4 ed’s picks

Olivia Rodrigo rocked a scarlet number at the MTV VMAs – from leather to wool, we picked hot options from Balmain, Off-White, Thom Browne and Chopova Lowena

8 Nov 2023 - 3:00PM

Fame and celebrity

Who is Olivia Rodrigo’s hunky new rumoured BF, Louis Partridge?

‘Good 4 U’, Olivia Rodrigo! Here’s everything you need to know about the songstress’ rumoured new beau, the hunky British actor Louis Partridge

3 Nov 2023 - 8:00AM

Fashion

The story of Tank Air’s sultry separates, worn by Bella Hadid, Olivia Rodrigo

Launched by Hong Kong native Claire Robertson-Macleod in 2019, Tank Air has cultivated a fervent following among young women and counts Bella Hadid and Olivia Rodrigo among its fans.

28 Oct 2023 - 8:35AM

Halloween

Spooky season! 10 times Asian stars won Halloween with iconic costumes

From Blackpink’s Lisa to Sonam Kapoor’s take on Wednesday Addams before Jenna Ortega nabbed the Netflix role, here are our favourite Halloween costumes donned by Asian celebs over the years

21 Oct 2023 - 10:00AM

Fame and celebrity

Meet Tate McRae, the ‘Greedy’ Gen Z pop star making waves in the music world

Social media star Tate McRae just released a new single as part of her ‘rebellious’ music era – here’s everything you need to know about the Canadian songstress’ rise to fame

13 Oct 2023 - 6:00AMvideocam

Fashion

Mary Janes are trendy and timeless: here are 6 shoes to shop right now

Mary Janes have a rich history, evolving from everyday children’s footwear to a luxury staple … Style has curated 6 pairs that you should add to your wardrobe this season, from Prada to Dr. Martens

28 Sep 2023 - 4:00AM

Our love for the timeless Mary Janes is forever. Photo: Carel Paris

Fashion

Explainer | Love it or hate it? Why the Maison Margiela Tabi shoe is a cult classic

Maison Margiela’s signature split-toe Tabi shoes have been spotted on the feet of Olivia Rodrigo, Dua Lipa and SJP – but how exactly did they come into being?

25 Sep 2023 - 4:47PM

There’s an Instagram account dedicated to Tabi shoes. Photo: @margielatab1/Instagram

Fame and celebrity

Zack Bia is not Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Vampire’, her DJ ex-boyfriend says

DJ Zack Bia and pop star Olivia Rodrigo briefly dated last year, leading to fan speculation that her song ‘Vampire’ is about him – but he claims ‘there was never any drama’

21 Sep 2023 - 6:00AM

Celebrity style

Olivia Rodrigo’s luxury designer style, from Y2K to Barbiecore

As Olivia Rodrigo enters her Guts style era, we take a look at the designer pieces she’s been donning lately, from Y2K fashion to vintage, Barbiecore and more

18 Sep 2023 - 8:00AM

Fame and celebrity

‘Vampire’? Why fans think Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo are feuding

Fans are convinced that Olivia Rodrigo’s angry and melancholic ballad ‘Vampire’ is about her long-time idol Taylor Swift … but how did the pair get to this point?

17 Aug 2023 - 7:00AMvideocam

Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo are both extremely talented in their own rights. Photos: AP, @taylorswift/Instagram

TV shows and streaming video

‘A wild ride, in the best way’: cast of The Summer I Turned Pretty reveal all

The cast of Amazon Prime Video young-adult series The Summer I Turned Pretty talk about Asian-American representation, their characters’ love lives in season two and the wild success of the show.

3 Aug 2023 - 4:54AM

(From left) Christopher Briney, Lola Tung and Gavin Casalegno attend Amazon Prime Video’s “The Summer I Turned Pretty” and Teen Vogue event at Mr Purple on June 29 in New York. They reveal what lies in store in season two of the show. Photo: AP

Fashion

Meet Duy Tran, the Vietnamese designer behind Blackpink-loved Fancì Club

Vietnamese designer Duy Tran dropped out of fashion school to start his own label Fancì Club in 2018 ... so how did he become a celeb favourite, counting Olivia Rodrigo and Bella Hadid as fans?

17 Apr 2023 - 8:00AM

Fame and celebrity

Meet Pink’s musical mini-me daughter, Willow Sage Hart

Pink’s mini-me daughter, 11-year-old Willow Sage Hart, might just be the musical theatre world’s next big thing – so what do we know about her so far?

29 Dec 2022 - 12:10AM

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Olivia Rodrigo

Is it girlhood or ‘paedo baiting’? Why the babydoll dress is causing controversy

Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter’s fashion choices have sparked fierce discussion on femininity, agency and the male gaze in pop culture.

Meet Matt Cornett, who plays Sam Florek in Every Year After

Explainer: What are babydoll dresses and why are they controversial?

Who is Olivia Rodrigo’s rumoured new boyfriend, Geese’s Cameron Winter?

Winter is one of the youngest ever musicians to headline Carnegie Hall – both he and Rodrigo recently played Coachella.

As ICE cracks down, some of America’s biggest names are speaking out

The US president is facing a growing cultural revolt that threatens to undermine his signature domestic priority.

Meet podcaster Jake Shane, who’s friends with Kaia Gerber and Glen Powell

Currently No 37 on Forbes’ 2025’s Top Creators list, Shane made his TV debut on Hacks and has interviewed Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco and Katy Perry.

Which celebs does Taylor Swift talk about on The Life of a Showgirl?

Swift released The Life of a Showgirl last week, and fans are theorising that songs like ‘Actually Romantic’ and ‘Father Figure’ are about her celebrity feuds.

Meet Sabrina Carpenter’s in-demand celebrity stylist, Jared Ellner

With a strong eye for over-the-top and vintage-inspired looks, 28-year-old Jared Ellner is a rising talent in the world of celebrity stylists – and his client list keeps growing.

Kneecap play Glastonbury despite criticism from politicians

Singer Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh has been charged under the Terrorism Act for allegedly waving a Hezbollah flag at a concert in London in November.

Meet Olivia Rodrigo’s opening act, rising Gen Z queer pop star Chappell Roan

Roan caught the music world’s attention with her YouTube cover videos and after several setbacks, she dominated 2023 by going on tour with Olivia Rodrigo and releasing her debut album

Who is Charli D’Amelio’s new rumoured BF, Zack Bia – and why is he famous?

As rumours of a romance with TikTok star Charli D’Amelio emerge, Zack Bia is becoming hard to ignore – so what do we know about the music mogul better known as ‘Drake’s sidekick’?

Why Miu Miu is the top fashion brand of 2023, according to Lyst

Miu Miu sparked pantless and exposed-undies trends, brought back Y2K ballet flats, and was spotted on Olivia Rodrigo at the Grammys and Sydney Sweeney at PFW

‘Completely unstoppable’: Billie Eilish’s emotional connection to Barbie song

What has Billie Eilish, pop superstar, learned from ‘What Was I Made For?’ She reveals how her own success and sense of self-worth contributed to her hit Barbie song, and what she thinks of Olivia Rodrigo.

When Taylor Swift takes the bus: we toured Dreamliner Luxury Coaches

Olivia Rodrigo, Drake, Doja Cat, Travis Scott and more stars ride with Dreamliner – so what do the multimillion-dollar buses look like inside?

‘Winner’: Conan Gray is the rising Gen Z singer you should be listening to

Conan Gray might not have dated anyone before, but that hasn’t stopped him channelling his heartbreak into emotional ballads that become huge hits – so what’s he like IRL?

Pleated miniskirts are officially a thing, so here’s our top 4 ed’s picks

Olivia Rodrigo rocked a scarlet number at the MTV VMAs – from leather to wool, we picked hot options from Balmain, Off-White, Thom Browne and Chopova Lowena

Who is Olivia Rodrigo’s hunky new rumoured BF, Louis Partridge?

‘Good 4 U’, Olivia Rodrigo! Here’s everything you need to know about the songstress’ rumoured new beau, the hunky British actor Louis Partridge

The story of Tank Air’s sultry separates, worn by Bella Hadid, Olivia Rodrigo

Launched by Hong Kong native Claire Robertson-Macleod in 2019, Tank Air has cultivated a fervent following among young women and counts Bella Hadid and Olivia Rodrigo among its fans.

Spooky season! 10 times Asian stars won Halloween with iconic costumes

From Blackpink’s Lisa to Sonam Kapoor’s take on Wednesday Addams before Jenna Ortega nabbed the Netflix role, here are our favourite Halloween costumes donned by Asian celebs over the years

Meet Tate McRae, the ‘Greedy’ Gen Z pop star making waves in the music world

Social media star Tate McRae just released a new single as part of her ‘rebellious’ music era – here’s everything you need to know about the Canadian songstress’ rise to fame

Mary Janes are trendy and timeless: here are 6 shoes to shop right now

Mary Janes have a rich history, evolving from everyday children’s footwear to a luxury staple … Style has curated 6 pairs that you should add to your wardrobe this season, from Prada to Dr. Martens

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}Explainer | Love it or hate it? Why the Maison Margiela Tabi shoe is a cult classic

Maison Margiela’s signature split-toe Tabi shoes have been spotted on the feet of Olivia Rodrigo, Dua Lipa and SJP – but how exactly did they come into being?

Zack Bia is not Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Vampire’, her DJ ex-boyfriend says

DJ Zack Bia and pop star Olivia Rodrigo briefly dated last year, leading to fan speculation that her song ‘Vampire’ is about him – but he claims ‘there was never any drama’

Olivia Rodrigo’s luxury designer style, from Y2K to Barbiecore

As Olivia Rodrigo enters her Guts style era, we take a look at the designer pieces she’s been donning lately, from Y2K fashion to vintage, Barbiecore and more

‘Vampire’? Why fans think Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo are feuding

Fans are convinced that Olivia Rodrigo’s angry and melancholic ballad ‘Vampire’ is about her long-time idol Taylor Swift … but how did the pair get to this point?

‘A wild ride, in the best way’: cast of The Summer I Turned Pretty reveal all

The cast of Amazon Prime Video young-adult series The Summer I Turned Pretty talk about Asian-American representation, their characters’ love lives in season two and the wild success of the show.

Meet Duy Tran, the Vietnamese designer behind Blackpink-loved Fancì Club

Vietnamese designer Duy Tran dropped out of fashion school to start his own label Fancì Club in 2018 ... so how did he become a celeb favourite, counting Olivia Rodrigo and Bella Hadid as fans?

Meet Pink’s musical mini-me daughter, Willow Sage Hart

Pink’s mini-me daughter, 11-year-old Willow Sage Hart, might just be the musical theatre world’s next big thing – so what do we know about her so far?

Explainer | Love it or hate it? Why the Maison Margiela Tabi shoe is a cult classic