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Barbara Cope, nicknamed Butter Queen, gained a unique sort of fame among rock musicians. While her mention in the Rolling Stones’ "Rip This Joint" is brief, it highlights how some groupies earned their recognition through enduring relationships with the rock elite.
Julia Holcomb's Brave Stand
Julia Holcomb, who at 16 formed a relationship with Aerosmith's Steven Tyler, alleged in 2022 that she was sexually assaulted as a minor. Her later claims, along with her assertion that Tyler’s song “Seasons of Wither” was about her, have sparked crucial discussions about the treatment of women in the music industry.