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By Ella Baron

Ariana Grande takes a break amid intense public scrutiny and focus on body image

Ariana Grande spoke directly to her fans at a Chicago concert on Monday about her decision to step back from the public eye. Over the weekend, a representative for Grande, 33, released a statement saying that "Ariana will be taking a step back from visibility after she completes the Eternal Sunshine Tour." Scrutiny of Grande has intensified in recent weeks, fuelled by public discussion of Grande’s physical appearance and overall health.

Ariana Grande May or May Not Be Struggling. We Can Talk About It Without Trying to Shame Her

“It’s so confusing sometimes to be a girl.” Over the past several years, there’s been an ongoing — and, in many cases, much-needed — dialogue around pop stars and body image. In 2020, Taylor Swift disclosed to Variety’s Chris Willman that she would sometimes “just stop eating” and had developed an “unhealthy” relationship with food, […]

By Selome Hailu

Ariana Grande Decision To Withdraw From ‘Sunday in the Park’ Came as Surprise to Key Production Members

People involved with the London musical were given just hours to prepare their own statement following Grande's announcement, according to a source familiar with the matter.

By Caitlin Huston

Ariana Grande to quit public life amid ‘endless scrutiny’

Her recently released music video “reignited fan concerns about her weight loss,” said Variety

By Arion McNicoll, The Week UK

Ariana Grande's Inner Circle Feels Ricky Alvarez Helps Her Navigate Public Scrutiny

Ariana Grande's inner circle believes her boyfriend, Ricky Alvarez, is a positive influence who is a rock for her amid intense public scrutiny ... TMZ has learned. Sources close to Ariana tell TMZ ... people around the pop star "feel Ricky is a…

By TMZ Staff