Ariana Grande exits West End show amid 'public scrutiny' - Good Morning America
Ariana Grande has announced she will step back from public-facing work after completing her current tour. She also withdrew from a planned West End revival of 'Sunday in the Park with George' citing the impact of ongoing public scrutiny.
Why it matters
The announcement highlights the growing trend of high-profile celebrities prioritizing mental health and personal well-being over career obligations in the face of intense online criticism.
Ariana Grande plans to step back from public appearances after completing The Eternal Sunshine Tour , her representative confirmed to ABC News.
The singer will also no longer star in the upcoming West End revival of Stephen Sondheim's "Sunday in the Park with George," where she had been set to reunite with her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey.
Ariana Grande announces The Eternal Sunshine Tour, shares concert dates
"Ariana will be taking a step back from visibility after she completes the Eternal Sunshine Tour," her representative said in a statement to ABC News on Sunday.
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