Ariana Grande: Silencing Rumors, Balancing Stardom, and Advocating Change
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Ariana Grande: Silencing Rumors, Balancing Stardom, and Advocating Change
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Ariana Grande has been at the center of some major headlines this week, quelling rumors and defining her next career moves in her unique, candid style. The most talked-about story came after social media buzz suggested she was abandoning her singing career to go Hollywood full-time. Ariana used her own Instagram to directly dispel these rumors, stating it was silly to think she would ever leave music behind, calling it her lifeline and assuring fans she’s finding her own balance among all her creative projects. She even hinted at a return to performing live next year, suggesting plans for new music are indeed in the works, though she admits her artistic life “may not look exactly like it did before” according to TODAY. Adding fuel to the conversation, speculation about a 2025 world tour gathered momentum, but her label quickly dismissed the rumors, confirming there are still no tour plans for the coming year as per Variety via KoiMoi and IMDb.
Grande skipped the 2025 Grammys yet again, making it five years since her last appearance at music’s biggest night according to AOL. While she was nominated in three categories this year, including Best Pop Vocal Album for Eternal Sunshine, she prioritized other endeavors. On the flip side, Ariana was recognized by the Academy with her first Oscar nomination for her role as Glinda in Wicked, making this not only a musical milestone for her but also a significant breakthrough in her acting career.
She continues to expand her Hollywood credentials, with reports she’ll reunite with Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo in the sequel Wicked For Good, set to hit theaters in November. Variety and TODAY also note she signed on for the next Meet the Parents movie, drawing accolades for her comedic chops from Ben Stiller and Robert DeNiro. Additionally, she is voicing a character in the animated adaptation of the beloved Dr. Seuss book Oh, The Places You’ll Go.
Her activism drew as much attention as her artistry this week. Ariana used her massive Instagram following to spotlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, posting a clear plea for unrestricted aid access and explicitly condemning the starvation of civilians. This follows her longtime involvement with artist-led advocacy for a Gaza ceasefire, detailed by The Express Tribune.
On social media, Grande marked four months since the deluxe release of Eternal Sunshine, and was acknowledged on Instagram for surpassing Shakira as the 13th best-selling female artist according to Chartmasters. While tabloid headlines latched onto her visible weight loss and well-being, her focus appears laser-sharp—balancing music, film, and activism, all while refusing to let rumors set her narrative.
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