Ariana Grande Steps Back From Activities Following Malicious Comments Over Weight Loss

Hollywood star and global celebrity Ariana Grande, 33, has decided to halt her activities and step down from a musical stage after suffering from malicious online comments targeting her appearance.

According to outlets such as the BBC and AFP, a spokesperson for Grande told the U.S. entertainment magazine People on that day that Grande has decided to "step away from the spotlight."

The spokesperson cited the "constant stream of scrutiny" she has faced as the reason for the hiatus.

Consequently, Grande will take a temporary break following her 'Eternal Sunshine' tour performance in London, United Kingdom, on September 1.

This decision comes while groundless rumors regarding eating disorders and other speculation spread across social media over her appearance, just as Grande returned to music after two years by releasing her 8th album 'Petal' on July 31.

Grande appeared noticeably thinner and gaunt compared to before in her new music video, prompting malicious comments speculating on the reasons behind her excessive weight loss.

Every time Grande appeared with a slim figure, she suffered from various speculations surrounding her appearance and health status, and such controversies have repeated over the past few years.

While some criticized lookism and supported Grande, she ultimately decided to halt her activities just days after her comeback.

As a result, Grande will also step down from the musical 'Sunday in the Park with George', which had been scheduled to run in London's West End.

The musical production company announced her departure in a statement released on August 2, stating, "We send her our understanding and support."

The musical will proceed as scheduled without Grande, and producers are currently casting another actor.

Grande has previously cautioned that comments regarding body shape are "so dangerous."

Debuting in the entertainment industry on the Broadway stage as a teenager in 2008, Grande has enjoyed global popularity as an actor and pop star, rising to a major figure who proved her ticket power by leading the box office success of the movie 'Wicked'.

However, AFP noted that Grande has been relentlessly exposed to the public eye as she appeared in the 'Wicked' sequel back-to-back.

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