Singer's Brutal Takedown of Bradley Cooper Goes Viral
A respected musician delivered one of Hollywood's most savage critiques after watching Cooper's acclaimed film, sparking conversations about industry standards and artistic authenticity.
Bradley Cooper's quest for Oscar gold has become one of Hollywood's most watched pursuits. The actor-director has collected twelve nominations across five categories in just eleven years, yet the coveted statue remains out of reach. His trajectory puts him on track to join an exclusive club of perpetual nominees that nobody wants to belong to.
Greg P Russell once held the record for most nominations without a win at seventeen, but rule violations stripped him of that dubious honor. Now Diane Warren stands alone at sixteen unsuccessful attempts, though she received an honorary award in 2022. Cooper's rapid accumulation of nominations suggests he could surpass these records within a decade if his winning drought continues.
Industry Backlash
Cooper's directorial efforts consistently generate awards buzz. His 2018 remake of A Star Is Born marked his fourth time the classic story reached screens, earning widespread critical praise and commercial success. The film resonated with most music industry professionals, but exceptions exist.
Neko Case, the accomplished singer-songwriter with three decades of solo work and membership in the New Pornographers, delivered a scathing assessment after attending a September 2018 preview screening. Her social media reaction bypassed diplomatic criticism entirely.
"I want to vomit into Bradley Cooper's dewy man-child eyes," Case wrote, adding an emphatic "Fuck. Off." The musician's commentary didn't stop there.
Unfiltered Criticism
Case's evaluation of Cooper himself proved equally harsh. "Bradley Cooper is the beige demon who makes sure very standard white dudes get to be in everything," she declared. Her critique grew more colorful: "He turns a scene into damp sugar quicksand with his treacly fingers, and convinces you his vile incantations are him speaking some adorable French."
The artist even issued a challenge, stating "I will fight him" should the opportunity present itself. That confrontation hasn't materialized, and Cooper's subsequent projects Maestro and Is This Thing On? likely didn't change her opinion.
Case's brutal honesty stands out in an industry where public criticism often gets softened by diplomatic language. Her willingness to express such pointed disdain reflects broader conversations about authenticity in Hollywood's prestige picture landscape.