Daryl Sabara is stepping up to shut down speculation about tension between his wife Meghan Trainor and actress Ashley Tisdale.
The former Spy Kids star addressed swirling rumors after Ashley’s essay about leaving a “toxic” mom group sent the internet into a frenzy.
His message was simple: there’s nothing to see here.
But social media sleuths aren’t convinced—and one particular TikTok from Meghan has everyone reading between the lines.
Ashley’s Essay Sparks Hollywood Mom Drama
Ashley penned an essay for The Cut that quickly went viral, detailing her decision to leave a friend group of fellow mothers last year.
She compared the experience to navigating high school social dynamics all over again. While Ashley never named names in her piece, reports suggest the group included some seriously A-list moms: Mandy Moore, Hilary Duff, and Meghan Trainor.
The essay resonated with countless mothers who’ve faced similar friendship struggles, but it also ignited speculation about who exactly Ashley was writing about.
Meghan’s TikTok Response Raises Eyebrows
Shortly after Ashley’s essay dropped, Meghan posted a TikTok that had fans convinced she was throwing shade.
“Me finding out about the apparent mom group drama,” Trainor captioned the video, which showed her sitting at her computer looking genuinely shocked.
She frantically typed while staring at her screen in apparent disbelief. But here’s where things got interesting: the audio playing over the clip was her new single, “Still Don’t Care.”
That song choice wasn’t lost on anyone. Viewers immediately interpreted it as a potential commentary on Ashley’s claims, suggesting Meghan was unbothered by whatever drama Ashley described in her essay.
Was it intentional shade or just unfortunate timing? The internet has been debating ever since.
Daryl Sets The Record Straight
When TMZ caught up with Daryl Sabara, he wasted no time addressing the supposed feud head-on.
No drama over here, just trying to keep the kids happy, you know?
Sabara told the outlet, keeping his response focused on what matters most to him and Meghan: their family.
Meghan and Daryl have been married since 2018 and share two young children—a two-year-old son and four-year-old daughter. According to Daryl, their household is drama-free and centered on parenting.
Playing Neutral Ground
When pressed further about Ashley’s essay and the mom group situation she described, Daryl maintained a diplomatic stance.
I don’t really know what’s going on. I hope she is okay, though.
His response suggested genuine confusion about the entire situation while extending well wishes toward Ashley.
It’s worth noting that Ashley recently announced she’s using Ashley French professionally, adopting her husband Christopher French’s surname for business ventures. Ashley and Christopher have been married since 2014 and share two daughters born in 2021 and 2024.
Why Mom Groups Can Turn Toxic
Ashley’s essay struck a chord with mothers everywhere because friendship dynamics among parents can be uniquely challenging.
Mom groups often form out of necessity—parents seeking support, advice, and connection during demanding life stages. But when personalities clash or competitive parenting enters the picture, these groups can become surprisingly stressful.
Common issues in mom groups include:
- Judgment about parenting choices and lifestyle decisions
- Competitive attitudes about children’s achievements or milestones
- Cliques forming within larger friend groups
- Pressure to maintain appearances on social media
- Differing values around discipline, nutrition, or education
When you add celebrity status into the mix, these dynamics can become even more complicated. Public scrutiny, scheduling conflicts due to demanding careers, and differing comfort levels with publicity can all strain friendships.
Reading Between Social Media Lines
Social media has made it nearly impossible for celebrities to address—or ignore—controversy without fans analyzing every post.
Meghan’s TikTok might have been innocent commentary on discovering the news like everyone else. Or it could have been a carefully crafted response signaling she’s unfazed by Ashley’s essay.
The ambiguity is part of what keeps these stories circulating. Fans love detective work, piecing together timelines, analyzing song choices, and debating possible hidden meanings.
But sometimes a TikTok is just a TikTok.
What Happens Next?
For now, Daryl’s comments suggest that whatever happened in Ashley’s mom group experience, Meghan and her family aren’t invested in public drama.
Whether Ashley’s essay was about this specific group or not, her broader point about toxic friendship dynamics resonated widely. Sometimes walking away from unhealthy relationships—even ones that look good from the outside—is the healthiest choice.
As for the supposed feud between Meghan and Ashley? Daryl seems determined to keep his family above the fray, focusing on what actually matters: raising happy, healthy kids.
Time will tell whether any of the other moms mentioned in reports will comment publicly, or if this story will simply fade as everyone moves forward with their lives.
One thing is certain: parenting is challenging enough without friendship drama adding extra stress. Whether famous or not, moms deserve supportive communities that lift them up rather than tear them down.