Pamela Anderson Rejects Lorde's References to Sex Tape Amid Backlash

Lorde has sparked controversy by referencing Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee's leaked 1995 sex tape in her new song "Current Affairs" from her album "Virgin," describing the footage as "beautiful" and filled with "purity." The singer admitted to watching the tape following a psychedelic therapy session and expressed fascination with the intimacy and freedom portrayed, which she immortalized in her lyrics. Pamela Anderson, however, has expressed deep discomfort with the ongoing public focus on the tape, describing it as a painful and humiliating chapter she wishes to move past. Insiders note that Anderson is not angry at Lorde personally, largely because she is unaware of who the singer is, but finds the repeated references to the tape to be a "headache" and prefers that it not be brought up. Critics have condemned Lorde's fixation as insensitive, especially given Anderson's desire to leave the episode behind, highlighting a significant disconnect between the singer's artistic expression and the subject's feelings. This controversy underscores the broader issues of privacy, consent, and the lasting impact of revenge porn on victims.