Ariana Grande Announces Withdrawal from Public Events After Eternal Sunshine Tour

Ariana Grande, the 33-year-old American singer and actress, has announced she will withdraw from public events once her Eternal Sunshine Tour concludes in September. In a press statement, she cited the "continuous and incessant judgment from public opinion" as the reason for her decision. Over the years, her physical appearance and health have been subjects of speculation and criticism, particularly on social media, with frequent focus on her weight loss and body image. The announcement came shortly after the release of the music video for "Petal," the title track of her eighth studio album, in which she appears noticeably thinner, fueling further speculation about her health. This is not the first time her appearance has been scrutinized; in 2023, she addressed similar concerns in a TikTok video, urging fans to be kinder and avoid judging her body. The Eternal Sunshine Tour began in June in the United States and will conclude on September 1 in London. Additionally, Grande has withdrawn from the upcoming production of "Sunday in the Park with George," a musical scheduled for 2027, in which she was set to participate. The production company expressed understanding and support for her decision, confirming the musical will proceed with another actress in her role.