Despite the Exit, the Statement Emphasized That the Tour Has Been a Joyful Experience, and She Treasures Her Fans

Ariana Grande is stepping away from the spotlight after her current world tour ends, and she has also pulled out of a planned West End production, her spokesperson confirmed. The Grammy-winning artist will withdraw from public life following the conclusion of The Eternal Sunshine Tour, prioritizing her well-being over constant media attention. Her representative told ABC News that Grande will no longer appear in the upcoming revival of Stephen Sondheim's "Sunday in the Park with George, which would have reunited her with "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey.

"Ariana will be taking a step back from visibility after she completes the Eternal Sunshine Tour, the representative said on Sunday, adding that she intends to finish the tour "on a high note, both healthily and happily, before taking a "much-deserved break from public-facing work and appearances. The decision was attributed to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny" over her appearance. Despite the exit, the statement emphasized that the tour has been a joyful experience, and she treasures her fans.

A source close to the singer said she is upset about leaving the Sondheim revival but fully supports the creative team. "She cannot wait to support the brilliant team bringing this project to life, the insider said, indicating the departure is due to personal reasons, not a fallout with producers. The representative did not specify the exact trigger, but Grande has faced body-shaming for years, intensifying after the release of her new single "Petal.

Her 2024 track "Yes, And? included the line "Don't comment on my body, a direct response to such criticism. The Eternal Sunshine Tour began in June in Oakland, California, and will conclude in London on September 1. It marks her first live performances in years, following her role as Glinda in the two-part "Wicked" films. After the tour, Grande will appear in "Focker-in-Law, the latest "Meet the Parents" installment, alongside Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro, set for release on November 25."