Sabrina Carpenter Seeks Restraining Order Amid Stalking Allegations

Pop star Sabrina Carpenter has obtained a temporary restraining order against a man accused of stalking her and attempting to enter her home, according to a Los Angeles County court ruling. The order, issued on Monday, prohibits William Applegate, 31, from coming within 100 yards of Carpenter, her sister Sarah Carpenter, or her sister’s partner, who resides in the Hollywood Hills property.

Allegations and Incident Details

Carpenter filed a civil harassment restraining order against Applegate on May 27, 2026, in Los Angeles County Superior Court. The request alleges that Applegate approached her front door on May 23 and attempted to forcibly open it, escalating a pattern of alleged stalking that began around April 20. In her declaration, Carpenter stated that Applegate’s behavior caused her “severe and ongoing emotional distress” and expressed fear for her safety if he remained unrestrained.

According to court documents, a security guard confronted Applegate at the residence, leading to an altercation. The guard reported that Applegate claimed he knew Carpenter and that she was expecting him, a statement the documents describe as “outrageous and entirely false.” Police were called, and Applegate was arrested on suspicion of trespassing, a misdemeanor.

Surveillance and Continued Alleged Harassment

Following his arrest, Applegate allegedly returned to the neighborhood for two consecutive days, parking his Toyota Prius nearby and reclining his seat to avoid detection, as alleged by Carpenter. She claimed he engaged in “deliberate surveillance” and “harassment” during this time. Security personnel noted that Applegate had been “progressively closer” to her home since April 20.

Carpenter’s declaration emphasized that Applegate’s “delusional insistence” that he knew her indicated a “dangerous, delusional, and irrational fixation.” The restraining order also extends to her workplace and vehicle, prohibiting any contact, harassment, or stalking.

Legal Proceedings and Next Steps

The Los Angeles Police Department has submitted its case regarding the May 23 incident to the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office for evaluation of potential charges. A court hearing for this matter is scheduled for June 18, 2026. NBC News was unable to locate contact information for Applegate, and it remains unclear if he has legal representation.

Context and Public Reaction

Carpenter, known for hits like “Espresso” and “Feels Like Summer,” has previously spoken about the challenges of fame, including dealing with harassment. The incident adds to a broader