Introduction
Ella Langley’s career is on fire! She just notched her second #1 hit with “Weren’t For the Wind,” hot on the heels of her massive viral success with Riley Green on “You Look Like You Love Me.” But as her star rises, so has the chatter about her personal life.
The Rumor Mill and the “Love Triangle”
Around the time of the ACM Awards in May, speculation about a potential love triangle involving Ella, Riley Green, and Megan Moroney reached a fever pitch. Fans started connecting dots, real or imagined, after the undeniable chemistry between Ella and Riley on “You Look Like You Love Me.”
Setting the Record Straight (Mostly)
Both Ella and Riley were quick to dismiss romantic notions, with Riley even playfully suggesting Ella was “too smart” for him. They admitted they anticipated the duet would spark dating rumors, much like iconic country duos of the past. Ella consistently maintained they were just good friends, but the whispers persisted.
The narrative took another turn when Megan Moroney entered the picture, seemingly vacationing in the same spot as Riley. While Moroney confirmed they were in the same location, she, too, shut down any idea of a romantic involvement.
Fan Theories and Family Concerns
Despite the artists’ denials, online theories about drama between Ella and Megan, fueled by this “non-existent love triangle,” proliferated. It all became quite a circus, leaving many, including Ella herself, understandably frustrated.
In a recent radio interview, Ella hilariously recounted how her dad, like many protective fathers, has been keeping up with the online chatter. She shared how he often calls her to confirm the outlandish rumors aren’t true. Ella’s advice to him? “Stop reading Facebook comments!” — a sentiment many can relate to given the often-toxic nature of online discussions.
When asked about the accuracy of the past year’s rumors, Ella estimated that “10% at the most” hold any truth. She also pointed out that fans tend to get far more invested in these narratives than the artists themselves.
The Price of Fame
While constant headlines can be good for business, the relentless, often fabricated, rumors surely take a toll, especially on family. It must be surreal for Ella’s loved ones to see untrue stories circulating about her online.
Nevertheless, picturing Ella’s dad calling her about Facebook gossip is a humorous reminder of the unique challenges that come with becoming a country music “it girl” and racking up chart-topping hits like “Weren’t For the Wind.”