Did Sabrina Carpenter trigger Zohran Mamdani’s win? Viral claim explained after historic NYC mayoral election

Zohran Mamdani emerged victorious in the New York City mayoral election, defeating former governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa. Mamdani’s campaign focused on issues of inequality and corruption, positioning him as a reform candidate. He is set to become New York City’s first Muslim, South Asian mayor following his swearing-in on January 1, 2026.

A social media claim has linked Mamdani’s electoral success to singer Sabrina Carpenter, suggesting her music video for the song “Feather” could have triggered a chain of events leading to his victory. The video, shot at the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Brooklyn, sparked controversy over its provocative content. Following its release, the Diocese of Brooklyn expressed disapproval, leading to investigations related to church activities and connections to former mayor Eric Adams. The scrutiny reportedly contributed to Adams’ indictment on bribery charges in September 2024.

Adams later stepped down from the mayoral race, which narrowed the competition and may have benefited Mamdani’s campaign. Although many fans are speculating about Carpenter’s indirect influence on Mamdani’s election, there is no clear evidence linking her actions directly to the election results.