Ariana Grande addressed fans for the first time after announcing she would take a break from public life at the end of her “Eternal Sunshine Tour," saying it was a decision made "from a thoughtful and empowered place." A representative for Grande says the pause come after “endless, ongoing public scrutiny.” That scrutiny has recently centered on growing concerns about the star’s health and weight. NBC’s Emilie Ikeda reports for TODAY.

August 4, 2026 Ariana Grande Addresses Pause From Public Life Amid Concerns Ariana Grande addressed fans for the first time after announcing she would take a break from public life at the end of her “Eternal Sunshine Tour," saying it was a decision made "from a thoughtful and empowered place." A representative for Grande says the pause come after “endless, ongoing public scrutiny.” That scrutiny has recently centered on growing concerns about the star’s health and weight. NBC’s Emilie Ikeda reports for TODAY. READ MORE Kaylee Goncalves’ Youngest Sister, Aubrie, Speaks Out for the First Time: ‘Words Are Going to Keep Their Memories Alive’ WATCH NOW How to Treat Summer Skin Problems, According to a Dermatologist WATCH NOW Broccoli Rabe With Sausage, Cavatelli Pomodoro: Get the Recipes WATCH NOW Saw it on TODAY SHOP TODAY A Bed-in-a-Bag, Cordless Lamps and More Small Space Solutions SHOP NOW 3RD HOUR OF TODAY Lindsay Czarniak Talks True Crime Series ‘Game Day Murders’ WATCH NOW TODAY WITH JENNA & SHEINELLE Dylan Dreyer on Vacationing With In-Laws, Move to Suburbs, More WATCH NOW Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters Copyright © 2026 TODAY | 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 View in Browser | Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe | Privacy