> At a Glance
> – A lifelong Sabrina Carpenter fan discovered her framed, signed Emails I Can’t Send vinyl missing from her room
> – Her older brother admitted he sold it for cash without permission
> – Parents dismissed the loss as “just a vinyl,” leaving the fan devastated
> – Why it matters: Collectibles often carry deep sentimental value, and the family’s reaction highlights how emotional attachments can be overlooked
A decade-long Sabrina Carpenter fan faced heartbreak when her most prized possession-a signed vinyl-disappeared from her bedroom wall, only to learn a relative had cashed in on her devotion.
The Missing Memorabilia
The fan, who began following Carpenter in 2013 when the singer had just two songs, displayed the signed Emails I Can’t Send vinyl in a frame after purchasing it in 2022. One day the entire frame vanished, prompting panic and literal sobs until her older brother confessed he “sold it for some extra cash.”
Family Fallout
- The parents downplayed the theft, calling the vinyl “not a big deal” and “just a vinyl,” despite knowing its sentimental worth
- The fan recalled being surprised with 2016 tour tickets and “literally sobbing,” showing past support for her passion
- Commenters on Reddit argued the brother’s actions amounted to theft and criticized the parents’ lenient stance
Replacing the item feels impossible: resale listings hover around $260, and authenticity worries linger over potentially forged signatures.
Key Takeaways
- Signed merchandise often sells out quickly, making replacements scarce and pricey
- The incident underscores how collectibles represent personal milestones and artist connections
- Online observers sided with the fan, urging accountability for the brother and more empathy from parents
The framed vinyl had hung untouched since purchase, turning a simple wall decoration into a symbol of ten years of fandom lost overnight.
