Why Sabrina Carpenter Filed A Restraining Order Against Alleged Stalker - EXPLAINED

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Carpenter is making headlines after reportedly filing for a restraining order against an alleged stalker following a string of unsettling incidents. According to reports, the singer was left "deeply alarmed" after an unknown man repeatedly appeared near her Los Angeles residence, leading to multiple security and police responses. The situation allegedly escalated over just a few days, pushing Carpenter to seek court-ordered protection for herself and those close to her. While details from the filing paint a troubling picture, the case has now moved to court, with a hearing expected later this month.

Sabrina Carpenter seeks court protection

According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Sabrina Carpenter filed for a restraining order against a 31-year-old man identified as William Applegate. Carpenter allegedly claimed the incidents unfolded over multiple days and left her feeling “deeply alarmed” and unsafe.The filing reportedly includes images captured from the singer’s Ring camera, showing the man outside her front door. Carpenter claimed the individual appeared uninvited and allegedly attempted to approach the property despite being confronted by security personnel. In her declaration, the singer reportedly stated, “William Applegate is a complete stranger to me. I have never met him or communicated with him in any way.”

According to information received, the situation became more complicated when the man returned shortly after the police had previously intervened, forcing Carpenter and his team to seek immediate court protection. A temporary restraining order has now reportedly been granted, requiring the accused to stay away from Carpenter, her sister Sarah, and her sister’s boyfriend, George. A hearing later this month will determine whether the order becomes permanent.

About Sabrina Carpenter

Sabrina Carpenter is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame through Disney Channel’s Girl Meets World. Over the years, she successfully transitioned into pop music and became one of the industry’s biggest young stars with hit tracks like Espresso, Please Please Please, Manchild, Feather, and more. Known for her witty lyrics, glamorous stage presence, and chart-topping albums, Carpenter has built a massive global fan following. Apart from music, she has also appeared in several films and television projects, cementing her place as a multifaceted entertainer in Hollywood.

In 2025, she won two Grammy Awards, including Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Pop Vocal Album, further cementing her position as a leading name in contemporary pop culture. The singer also collaborated with Taylor Swift on the song The Life of a Showgirl, which serves as the closing title track on Swift's 12th studio album released on October 3, 2025.