Ariana Grande on decision to withdraw from the public eye: 'Not a reactive or impulsive thing'

During a Monday night concert in Chicago, Ariana Grande addressed her fans regarding her upcoming break from the public eye. She clarified that the decision to step back following her Eternal Sunshine tour was thoughtful and carefully planned, rather than being a reactive or impulsive choice. Additionally, the artist was recently seen attending the AFI Awards Luncheon at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills on January 09, 2026, in Los Angeles, California.