A shocking moment from Halsey's recent concert has gone viral, sparking widespread condemnation across social media. The singer, currently on their Back to Badlands tour celebrating the 10th anniversary of their debut album, was groped by a fan during a live performance — and supporters have since identified the alleged culprit.
During their performance of 'Is There Somewhere' at The Anthem, Washington, DC on 4 November, one concertgoer standing near the stage reached out and placed their hand on Halsey's thigh, before moving it further beneath her leather skirt and groping their rear.
A security guard standing along the barricade immediately shoved the fan's hand away, and the singer continued performing.
Footage of the violation has since taken the internet by storm, with fans expressing outrage over the violation of boundaries and lack of respect shown towards the artist.
if you know who this is please hold them accountable, this is the second time this has happened and i feel like that’s maybe not a coincidence pic.twitter.com/0Q8yCA8HFu
One attendee posted the video on X with a caption, 'Here it is up close and a grand example of what NOT to do during ITS. You can hear me telling her to take her hand down and see me grabbing it after security was nice enough to give her a little warning taps. It's so unfortunate, and I hope this doesn't happen again ANYWHERE.'
One fan wrote a response to the video saying, 'I can't even believe I have to say this. Respect Halsey and DO NOT touch her or anyone like this without their consent. You people are unbelievable.'
Another fan condemned the action, 'Have we not learned respect?' and one said, 'There's no excuse for this.'
'Omfg...this person needs to be banned from ever attending a Halsey show again wtf [what the f*ck] so disrespectful,' one more person said.
Halsey's supporters have identified the individual responsible and exposed her X account.