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Ariana Grande Is Taking a ‘Step Back’ From the Public Eye — & It’s a Powerful Reminder About Body-Shaming
['Tabitha Britt']
SheKnows
Following an intense lineup of back-to-back projects, the 33-year-old singer plans to step away from public life once her Eternal Sunshine tour finishes in London this September.
The decision comes after the July 31 release of her “Petal” music video, which led to widespread online commentary about her physical appearance.
A spokesperson for Grande confirmed to People that she’s taking an extended hiatus to recharge.
“She performs a very physical show, and there is a lot of athleticism involved,” a source close to Grande told People.
Public debate over a celebrity’s physical appearance carries real weight.