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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Entertainment
Mathew Erpansizo

Olivia Rodrigo Faces Heavy Criticism Over 'Disgusting' On-Stage Act as Fans Brand It 'Unsanitary'

Olivia Rodrigo drew criticism after concert footage appeared to depict her rubbing underarm sweat into her hair, while some fans defended the gesture (Credit: By Raph_PH - CC BY 4.0/Wikimedia Commons)

Footage of Olivia Rodrigo apparently wiping underarm sweat into her hair on stage has sparked a wave of criticism and debate online, with some social media users branding the move 'disgusting' and 'unsanitary'. The clip, dated 4 October and linked by LADbible to a Washington, DC performance, shows the 21-year-old during a stop on her current tour.

The singer began The Unraveled Tour on 25 September, a run of around 86 shows across North America and Europe. In the video, she is seen performing 'Serena Joy'. LADbible connects the date shown on the footage to a show listed at the Capital One Arena, citing her publicly available tour schedule.

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