JEERS to pop star Sabrina Carpenter for exploiting a white dove during her performance of her hit “Manchild” at the 2026 Grammy Awards. 

It was clear the skittish bird was not comfortable being in the spotlight with all the noise and flashing lights. Celebrities like Carpenter love attention, but she should know better that birds don’t and that they aren’t props. 

Entertainment is no place for animals—the stress of transport, loud noises, and handling can cause distress!

While white doves are bred in captivity, in the wild you might spot mourning doves in your backyard and hear their soft melancholy cooing. It is one of the most recognizable bird calls in North America. Despite their delicate appearance, mourning doves are strong flyers, capable of reaching speeds over 50 mph. They are also highly adaptable, thriving in a variety of habitats from open fields to suburban backyards. As seed eaters, they play a crucial role in their ecosystems by helping to disperse plant seeds.