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The phenomenon of "stan" culture—passionate fan bases—recently manifested in a disturbing way. In the case of Sabrina Carpenter and her rumored breakup with actor Barry Kogan, rabid fans tormented Kogan and his family following unfounded harassment about a leaked rumor that he cheated. Kogan’s emotional public statement expressed frustration over relentless online abuse, with fans throwing accusations about his character, appearance, and parenthood.