Usher and Justin Bieber Address Oscars After-Party Altercation
Reports of a “heated exchange” between Usher and Justin Bieber at Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s Oscars after-party on March 15, 2026, sparked widespread speculation. Both artists have since addressed the situation, clarifying the nature of their interaction.
Initial Reports of a Confrontation
TMZ initially reported that Usher approached Bieber at the Chateau Marmont after-party with “energy and anger,” leading to a “heated exchange” that some sources described as escalating into a physical altercation. TMZ noted that authorities were not involved.
Entertainment Weekly also covered the incident, noting the star-studded guest list at the party, which included Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler, Teyana Taylor, Timothée Chalamet, and Taylor Swift with Travis Kelce. Entertainment Weekly
Cosmopolitan highlighted the history between the two artists, noting Usher’s role in launching Bieber’s career in the 2010s and Bieber’s absence from Usher’s 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show. Cosmopolitan
Usher’s Response
Da Brat, speaking on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, relayed a conversation with Usher, stating he described the reports as an “exaggeration of the conversation.” According to Da Brat, Usher emphasized his continued support for Bieber throughout the years and affirmed there was “no hostility” between them. Hot97
Da Brat further explained that Bieber and Usher “definitely love each other” and that the incident was “taken out of context,” adding that only the two individuals involved knew the full details of the conversation. Hot97
Key Takeaways
- A reported “heated exchange” occurred between Usher and Justin Bieber at an Oscars after-party.
- Usher has characterized the reports as an exaggeration, stating there is no animosity between him and Bieber.
- Both artists maintain a respectful relationship despite the incident.
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