Donutgate
(slang) A 2015 controversy in which American singer, songwriter, and actress Ariana Grande was seen on surveillance video in a shop licking donuts that were on display and saying “I hate Americans.
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(slang) A 2015 controversy in which American singer, songwriter, and actress Ariana Grande was seen on surveillance video in a shop licking donuts that were on display and saying “I hate Americans. I hate America. This is disgusting.”.
A family friend says “Donutgate” won’t stop Grande’s rise to the pinnacle of music stardom.
“Good morning Foxy and Friends ☕😻🌼💙 You made my day with the Donutgate game anniversary. I went to game 7 and of course the Garden faithful brought boxes of donuts.”
— Bluesky· May 2026
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