Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but 'scrutiny' will linger
Pop star Ariana Grande is stepping back from public appearances following years of intense scrutiny regarding her body and health. The decision follows the release of her new album, which addresses the pressures of fame and the public's obsession with her appearance.
Why it matters
It highlights the ongoing tension between celebrity privacy and the toxic nature of social media-driven body shaming.
Image source, Katia Temkin Image caption, Grande has cancelled appearances including a starring role in a stage musical in London next year
Three years ago, Ariana Grande made a plea for people not to comment about her body.
Responding in a TikTok video to comments about her weight and figure, the pop star and actress told fans there were "many different ways to look healthy and beautiful".
Three years on, and the social media speculation about her body and her health has continued. After "endless, ongoing public scrutiny", the star's spokesperson released a statement saying she "will be taking a step back from visibility" at the end of her current tour.
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