Dodgers Star Mookie Betts Warns Usher Against Flirting with Wife

Usher, known for his seductive serenades at concerts involving feeding cherries to female fans, revealed on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert that Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts warned him not to serenade or feed cherries to his wife, Brianna Hammonds. Betts, a professional athlete and married since 2021 to his high school sweetheart, made it clear to Usher to stay away from his partner during performances. Usher explained that the cherry-feeding act, which began during his Las Vegas residency in 2022, is intended to give women "the freedom to have fun at a concert" and described it as playful and slightly erotic. The segment has become a fan favorite, though it has occasionally caused protective partners to express their displeasure, as exemplified by Betts and others. Usher has also performed this act at high-profile events such as the 2025 Met Gala, where he fed a cherry to Sabrina Carpenter, which drew humorous reactions from her family. Despite the warnings, Usher continues the tradition, emphasizing its lighthearted nature and connection with his audience.