Los Angeles singer Ariana Grande sues alleged hackers
PUBLISHED Jul 28, 2026, 4:41 AM ET
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Ariana Grande has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles against two unidentified individuals she alleges hacked into digital accounts belonging to photographers and producers she has worked with, stealing and leaking unreleased material. According to court documents, the hackers allegedly obtained songs, photos, videos and audio recordings from her creative process and sold some of the content on the dark web for substantial sums. The filing states that 45 unreleased songs were leaked in 2023 and that similar incidents have occurred repeatedly since 2011. Grande is seeking to identify the alleged hackers and argues the leaks have caused irreparable harm to her career and privacy.
By Neha R. | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- 2011 Alleged leaks of creative material begin
- 2013 Ongoing unauthorized distribution reportedly continues
- 2018 Additional unreleased recordings allegedly compromised
- 2020 Dark web sales of stolen content alleged
- 2023 Forty-five unreleased songs reportedly leaked online
- Early 2026 Legal team prepares civil complaint
- July 28 2026 Lawsuit filed against unidentified hackers
- Today Case aims to identify alleged perpetrators
News Intelligence
- This case highlights the ongoing threat to digital privacy. It's not just celebrities at risk. Anyone can be targeted by hackers. Check your accounts regularly for suspicious activity. Protect your digital life.
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