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Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Sabrinawood’ Leads Coachella Opening Night After Viral Exchange Prompts Apology and High Winds Cancel Anyma

The apology underscored the scrutiny on headliners performing on a global livestream.

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Overview

  • Carpenter headlined Friday with a Hollywood‑themed ‘Sabrinawood’ production that ran about 90 minutes, packed roughly 20 songs, premiered cuts from Man’s Best Friend, and featured cameos from Will Ferrell, Sam Elliott, Susan Sarandon, and the voice of Samuel L. Jackson.
  • During the set, an attendee made a zaghrouta, a traditional Arabic celebratory ululation, and Carpenter called it a yodel and said she did not like it, which drew sharp criticism on social media.
  • She apologized on X on Saturday, saying she was confused in the moment, did not intend harm, and now understands what a zaghrouta is, adding that she welcomes cheers and yodels going forward.
  • Festival organizers canceled Anyma’s planned ÆDEN show Friday because strong winds threatened the structure, and they have not confirmed a new time as Coachella’s schedule and YouTube livestream move toward weekend two.
  • Outside the grounds, Carpenter ran a branded “Pit Stop” activation for merch and photos, capping a rapid rise since 2024’s “Espresso” through a global tour and a 2025 album that set the stage for this headlining turn.