Apple Martin denies expulsion rumors, clarifies she’s pursuing acting and theater instead of law school.

Apple Martin, 21, daughter of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, has denied rumors she was expelled from Vanderbilt University for bullying, calling the claims "completely false" in an Instagram post on February 16, 2026. She confirmed she has never been expelled and clarified she is shifting away from law school to pursue acting and musical theater, though she has no interest in singing. Martin, who has modeled for a London fashion house and appeared at the New York premiere of *Marty Supreme*, emphasized her passion for dancing and performing. She addressed viral speculation sparked by a 2024 debutante ball video, noting the individual involved publicly cleared her.