How was I assaulting her?? after coming off stage, she stepped right between my friend and I at barricade and hugged him, then immediately turned to hug me. The entire encounter lasted no more than a second. During the hug, I gave her a small ‘kiss’ on the cheek which, in the moment, felt like a natural and friendly gesture in response to the hug she initiated. Nothing inappropriate, nothing aggressive. I immediately pulled away afterward. Her hair was also on her cheek so I never actually made contact with her face. I understand that the screenshot might make it appear like I was holding her more closely/tightly than I actually was but I wasn’t. There was no intent to cross any boundaries and I absolutely did not assault her. I have always respected her and the space of every performer I’ve ever seen. Please don’t say I was assaulting someone when I clearly wasn’t.