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Ruby Rose takes back Katy Perry Twitter diss
the pop star’s single ‘Swish Swish’ is rumored to be about Taylor Swift
(Screenshot courtesy of YouTube)
Ruby Rose is backtracking on comments she made about Katy Perry’s music career saying, “Being mean doesn’t suit me.”
Perry’s latest single “Swish Swish,” featuring Nicki Minaj, is rumored to be a diss track in response to Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood.”Ā Rose, 31, tweeted she was disappointed in the direction Perry’s music has been taking. The pop star had been an avid supporter of Hillary Clinton during the presidential campaign.
I just think with everything going on in the world to go from rebranding as political activist only to ditch it and go low.. is.. a bummer.
ā Ruby Rose (@RubyRose) May 19, 2017
You are her fans you should buy all her songs so the songs will finally chart. If as many as tweeted me bought her last 3 .. the’d be hits https://t.co/lrnBNP3S1E
ā Ruby Rose (@RubyRose) May 19, 2017
The next day Rose, who is also good friends with Swift, tweeted she regretted attacking Perry.
Being mean doesn’t suit me and leaves me feeling dirty. Truth is being mean leaves more leaks in your camp than the titanic and I ..
ā Ruby Rose (@RubyRose) May 20, 2017
Get so triggered when I think bullies don’t get held accountable and it makes me think I should say something.. but it’s not place.
ā Ruby Rose (@RubyRose) May 20, 2017
Clearly comes from being bullied in school & wanting to stick up for the underdogs. However I shouldn’t stoop because then the msg is mixed.
ā Ruby Rose (@RubyRose) May 20, 2017
Perry performed “Swish Swish” on Saturday Night Live’s finale episode over the weekend. The performance featured drag queens and appeared to be an homage to the ballroom culture.
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Washington Bladeās Pride on the Pier returns bigger than everĀ with two-day WorldPride celebration
The Washington Bladeās Pride on the Pier will be extended to a two-day celebration in honor of WorldPride coming to D.C. this year. Taking place on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 at The Wharf, this yearās event promises more entertainment, more community, and more pride than ever before ā all set against the stunning waterfront backdrop of our nationās capital.
With the addition of Friday, the party kicks off at 3 p.m., with the inaugural WorldPride Boat Parade at 7 p.m. As an Official WorldPride Partner event, the boat parade will feature 30 decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel. For information on signing up for the boat parade contact Stephen Rutgers at [email protected].
Saturdayās signature Pier Party kicks off at 12 p.m., featuring a drag show, DJ’s, streaming of the WorldPride Parade, and the iconic Fireworks Show Presented by the Leonard-Litz Foundation ā one of D.C. Prideās most anticipated spectacles.
āWeāre expanding Washington Blade Pride on the Pier to reflect the excitement and momentum building for WorldPride in D.C.,ā said Blade publisher Lynne Brown. āItās a celebration of our communityās progress and a powerful reminder of the joy and visibility Pride brings to the heart of our city.ā
Now in its seventh year, Washington Blade Pride on the Pier extends the cityās annual celebration of LGBTQ visibility to the bustling Wharf waterfront with an exciting array of activities and entertainment for all ages. The District Pier will offer DJs, dancing, drag, and other entertainment. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase for those 21 and older.
Pride on the Pier is free and open to the public, with VIP tickets available for exclusive pier access, hosted bars, and private viewing areas for the boat parade and the fireworks show. To purchase VIP tickets visit www.prideonthepierdc.com/vip.
Friday VIP: 5-9 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, cash bar and complimentary drink.
Saturday VIP Session #1: 2-5 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered food, and an open bar.
Saturday VIP Session #2: 6-9 p.m., enjoy the air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered snacks and dinner, and open bar with a front-row view of the fireworks.
Event Details:
š Location: District Pier at The Wharf (101 District Sq., S.W., Washington, D.C.)
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Dates: Friday, June 6 & Saturday, June 7, 2025
š„ļøBoat Parade: 7 p.m. (June 6). š Fireworks Show: 9 p.m. (June 7)
šļø VIP Tickets: www.PrideOnThePierDC.com/VIP
Event sponsors include Absolut, Capital Pride, DC Fray, Infinate Legacy, Heineken, Leonard-Litz Foundation, Mayorās Office of LGBTQ Affairs, Relish Catering,Ā Washingtonian, and The Wharf. More information regarding activities will be released at www.PrideOnThePierDC.com
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