Country music star Shania Twain has set the record straight regarding any perceived tension with actor Brad Pitt following her famous lyric referencing him in the 1997 hit “That Don’t Impress Me Much.” In a recent interview, Twain clarified that there has never been any bad blood between them, offering insight into the origins of the song’s memorable Brad Pitt impression.
On October 26, during a conversation on the Wood & Woody radio show, Twain, now 60, explained that she and Pitt have never actually met, noting that many Hollywood celebrities remain strangers to her. She expressed amusement in imagining Pitt’s reaction to her song and presumed he would find it humorous.
Twain detailed how Brad Pitt’s name came up when she was writing the single amidst media frenzy over his nude photos released by Playgirl magazine. She recalled thinking everyone was enamored with Pitt at the time, which inspired her to include him as a symbol of superficial charm that didn’t sway her interest.
Despite decades having passed, Twain indicated she believes Pitt likely takes the lyric in stride and would be open to chatting if he ever reached out. Her playful remarks even extended to social media, where she wished Pitt a happy 60th birthday with a cheeky nod to her own song.
The Origin and Context of the Brad Pitt Reference
Shania Twain’s iconic “That Don’t Impress Me Much” explicitly mentions Brad Pitt in a way that has sparked curiosity for over twenty years. She revealed that when Playgirl published nude photos of Pitt, the public was infatuated with him, motivating her to use his name as a pop culture benchmark for something that fails to impress her personal standards.
Speaking on the Wood & Woody show, Twain correlated her lyric choice with the cultural moment surrounding Pitt’s media exposure. She said,
“I was thinking, ‘Okay everybody in the world is in love with Brad Pitt right now. There were nude photos out of him, and everyone was gaga over that. And I’m thinking, ‘Okay, if there is anyone that is making an impression on anyone…’ That’s why I picked on him.”
This explanation sheds light on the playful nature of the song rather than any negative feelings toward Pitt.
Shania Twain’s View on Brad Pitt Today
Twain emphasized that there is no hostility between her and Brad Pitt. When asked about the possibility of Pitt responding to the lyric, she jested,
“Like he can seek me out right? He certainly doesn’t have to try very hard. I’m sure he’s got a very good sense of humor.”
This openness underscores the absence of any lingering conflict from the playful lyric.
Marking Pitt’s 60th birthday on Instagram in December 2023, Twain left a comment referencing her own song with warmth rather than malice:
“That don’t impress me much, but HBD,”
followed by a kiss emoji. This public gesture reinforced that whatever playful teasing the song implied, their relationship remains friendly and respectful.
Other Celebrity Feuds and Tensions Making Headlines
While Shania Twain and Brad Pitt maintain a lighthearted stance, several other stars have been involved in more serious public disputes over recent years, many marked by intense emotions and long-term grudges.
Tan France and Bobby Berk’s Personal Conflict
Bobby Berk addressed reports of discord with Tan France in January 2024, shortly after leaving the Netflix series Queer Eye. He clarified to Vanity Fair that the issue was personal and unrelated to the show, emphasizing,
“There was a situation, and that’s between Tan and I, and it has nothing to do with the show. It was something personal that had been brewing—and nothing romantic, just to clarify that.”
Tan France responded in March 2024 to rumors alleging he tried to influence casting decisions to replace Bobby with his friend Jeremiah Brent. France stated on Instagram,
“Netflix and the production companies did a full-on casting. I didn’t put my friend up for the job. They ended up getting it because they were the best person for the job. But I didn’t get them hired by getting rid of somebody else.”
The Long-Standing Tension Between Shannen Doherty and Alyssa Milano
Years of speculation about a feud between Shannen Doherty and Alyssa Milano resurfaced in late 2023. On the podcast Let’s Be Clear, former Charmed co-star Holly Marie Combs alleged that Alyssa Milano issued an ultimatum to a show producer to choose between her and Doherty, ultimately contributing to Doherty’s departure in 2001. Alyssa denied having the power to fire anyone in a February 2024 Instagram post, calling the retellings revisionist history. Doherty countered a day later at MegaCon Orlando, asserting,
“There is no revisionist history happening in the truth that I know we told.”
Tragically, Shannen Doherty passed away in July 2024 following a battle with cancer.
Sharon Osbourne’s Criticism of Ashton Kutcher
In September 2023, Sharon Osbourne publicly labeled Ashton Kutcher the rudest celebrity she had ever met during a game of Stir the Pot on E! News with her daughter Kelly Osbourne. She called Kutcher a
“rude, rude, rude, rude little boy”
and a “dastardly little thing.” Kutcher has yet to respond publicly to these remarks.
Sharon also recalled a 2014 incident on The Talk where Kutcher appeared to display an attitude after she mispronounced his name. She quoted him saying,
“What are you, what have you done in this industry?”
to which she replied,
“Kid, don’t start with me, because I’m gonna eat you up and s–t you out. So I was just like, ‘You don’t know what you’re dealing with, kid.’”
Landmark Disputes Between Country Stars Maren Morris, Cassadee Pope, and Brittany Aldean
In August 2022, Cassadee Pope and Maren Morris publicly exchanged harsh words with Brittany Aldean, wife of country singer Jason Aldean, after Brittany posted an Instagram Reel highlighting her appreciation for her parents not changing her gender during a tomboy phase. The contentious post stirred tension within the country music community, touching on sensitive subjects related to gender identity.
The JoJo Siwa and Candace Cameron Bure Incident
JoJo Siwa criticized Candace Cameron Bure as the rudest celebrity following an incident where Bure declined to take a photo with Siwa. Bure later apologized, stating,
“I kind of broke your 11-year-old heart. I didn’t take a picture with you. Ugh! I feel crummy, I feel—JoJo, I’m so sorry.”
Though the two reconciled, controversy reignited when Bure expressed that the Great American Family network would maintain traditional marriage as a core value, refusing to feature same-sex couples as leads in holiday movies. Siwa, who came out in 2021, posted on Instagram that Bure’s comment was
“rude and hurtful to a whole community of people.”
Courtney Love and Olivia Rodrigo Dispute Over Album Art
Courtney Love accused Olivia Rodrigo in June 2021 of copying her band Hole’s album cover for a promotional photo without acknowledgment. Olivia responded with,
“Love u and live through this sooooo much.”
Love replied teasingly, inviting Rodrigo to direct message her for details about her favorite London florist and adding a winking emoji.
Henry Winkler’s Difficulties with Tom Hanks on Set
Happy Days star Henry Winkler revealed on Watch What Happens Live that his relationship with Tom Hanks was strained during the 1989 film Turner & Hooch. Winkler shared that after directing the movie for 13 days, he was called by producer Jeff Katzenberg and told to leave the project. However, Winkler noted that he got along well with Hanks’ canine co-star, saying,
“I got along great, great with that dog. Love that dog.”
Feud Between Heidi Montag and Lauren Conrad
The Hills viewers recall the infamous feud between Heidi Montag and Lauren Conrad that escalated after Montag began dating Spencer Pratt. The peak of their conflict was marked by accusations that Heidi and Spencer spread a rumor that Lauren had filmed a sex tape with Jason Wahler, intensifying their rivalry during the series’ third season.
Dwayne Johnson and Tyrese Gibson’s Ongoing Conflict
The tension between Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Tyrese Gibson reignited publicly around the release delay of Fast and Furious 9. Tyrese expressed frustration when a spinoff movie featuring Johnson and Jason Statham was announced ahead of the delayed release. He stated that he threatened to quit Fast 9 if Johnson was included. On The Red Pill podcast, Tyrese admitted,
“I have yet to talk to The Rock to this day, and we will have a conversation,”
acknowledging some internal communication but not directly with Johnson himself. He reflected on making their dispute public as unprofessional and regretted it.
Taylor Swift and Katy Perry’s Resolved Dispute
After years of tension, Taylor Swift and Katy Perry ended their feud, which supposedly inspired Swift’s song “Bad Blood.” The conflict reportedly started over a backup dancer and competing tour schedules. Perry sent Swift an olive branch before the Reputation Tour, which Taylor shared with fans, saying,
“So I just got to my dressing room and found this actual olive branch. This means so much,”
and captioned the video, “Thank you Katy.”
Kim Cattrall and Sarah Jessica Parker’s Strained Relationship
Rumors of animosity resurfaced between Sex and the City co-stars Kim Cattrall and Sarah Jessica Parker after Cattrall declined to participate in a third movie and made comments hinting they were not friends. When questioned on Watch What Happens Live, Parker said,
“Just…heartbroken. I mean that whole week, you and I spoke about it because I was just…I don’t know I found it really upsetting because that’s, you know, that’s not the way I recall our experience.”
She also expressed hope that their shared special experience would overshadow recent remarks. Though they didn’t film scenes together, Cattrall appeared briefly on the series And Just Like That.
Elton John and Madonna’s Longstanding Feud
Since 2004, Elton John and Madonna have exchanged public criticisms. During the Q Awards, Elton disparaged Madonna’s live performances, saying,
“Madonna, best f–king live act? F–k off! Since when has lip-syncing been live? Sorry about that, but I think everyone who lip-syncs in public on stage, when you pay like 75 quid to see them, should be shot.”
Shonda Rhimes and Katherine Heigl’s Public Disagreement
Katherine Heigl sparked controversy in 2008 by removing her name from Emmy consideration for Grey’s Anatomy, citing a lack of sufficient material for a nomination. Shonda Rhimes later discussed this on Oprah’s Next Chapter in 2012, saying,
“On some level it stung and on some level I was not surprised. When people show you who they are, believe them. I carry that [mantra] with me a lot. It has served me well.”
Nicki Minaj and Cardi B’s New York Fashion Week Confrontation
A high-profile physical fight occurred between Nicki Minaj and Cardi B at the Harper’s Bazaar Icon party during New York Fashion Week. Cardi later addressed the feud, claiming,
“For a while now she’s been taking a lot of shots at me. I spoke to her twice before, and we came to an understanding. But she kept it going.”
The conflict intensified when Cardi noticed Nicki allegedly liked and then unliked a critical tweet about her. Cardi defended her parenting choices angrily, stating,
“I was going to make millions off my Bruno Mars tour, and I sacrificed that to stay with my daughter. I love my daughter. I’m a good-ass f–king mom. So for somebody that don’t have a child to like that comment? So many people want to say that party wasn’t the time or the place, but I’m not going to catch another artist in the grocery store or down the block.”
Kanye West and Taylor Swift’s Complicated History
The infamous interruption by Kanye West during Taylor Swift’s 2009 MTV Video Music Awards acceptance speech began a long saga between the two artists. They briefly reconciled, but relations soured again in 2026 after Kanye released the controversial song “Famous,” which referenced Swift. In February 2025, the day before the Grammys, Kanye followed only Taylor on Instagram without comment, but Swift did not publicly react.
Mariah Carey and Jennifer Lopez’s Lingering Tension
More than 15 years of tension continue between Mariah Carey and Jennifer Lopez. When asked about Jennifer during an interview, Mariah succinctly said, “I don’t know her,” a comment that fueled speculations of a continuing feud between the two music icons.
