Ariana Grande is once again using her platform to advocate for kindness, empathy, and respect—this time by reminding fans that comments about someone's body, no matter how well-intentioned, can be deeply harmful. In response to increased public scrutiny of her appearance throughout the press cycle for her role as Glinda in 'Wicked: For Good,' Grande reshared an emotional letter pleading with people to cease speculating and dissecting the appearance of others.
The pop icon, who has been in the spotlight since she was a teenager, considered the emotional burden of having her body analyzed online and in the media all the time. Her reminder is based not only on her own experience but also on a broader plea to change the way society discusses health, beauty, and change, particularly when it comes to public personalities whose physical changes are often unfairly criticized. With significant upcoming projects and ongoing success in music and film, Grande is opting to focus the discussion on something much more significant: compassion.
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A Heartfelt Warning Against Body Scrutiny
On 29th November, Ariana Grande took to her Instagram Stories to share a sobering message—resharing a clip from a 2024 interview with the caption: "Resharing this from last year (heart emoji) as a loving reminder to all." "I've been a specimen in a Petri dish, really, since I was 16 or 17," she says in the video as she considers the constant criticism she has received about her appearance since she was a teenager. She urged fans to reconsider the casual ease with which many judge others' looks, bodies, or perceived health.
She described such behaviour as normalized, yet deeply harmful: "There's a comfortability that we shouldn't have at all, commenting on others' looks…what we think is going on behind the scenes or their health." Grande has described this type of expression as "dangerous," not just for the recipients but also for society as a whole. She admitted that she no longer enjoys the "noise" of outside criticism in her life and that she is "lucky" to have a strong network and self-confidence.
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From Glinda to Growing Scrutiny: Grande's Journey with 'Wicked'
Grande's prominent role as Glinda in the movie adaption 'Wicked: For Good' has contributed significantly to the public's newfound interest in her appearance. In the film, which is a follow-up to the first part from 2024, Grande plays the "Good Witch," a character that is drastically different from real life. She was naturally in the spotlight due to the film's glitz, metamorphosis, and intense publicity. During the press tour for 'Wicked' and its sequel, fans and social-media observers noted Grande's slim frame and apparent weight loss. Some even described her as "frail" or "unhealthy," which fueled speculation about her health and well-being.
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Grande didn't hesitate to explicitly address these issues in her Instagram repost. She compared unsolicited remarks, even from well-meaning people to invasive scrutiny: "From what you're wearing to your body to your face to your everything…commenting like that is really dangerous." She stressed resilience and self-worth in addition to physical attractiveness. She advised people to "protect" themselves from the negatives and not allow the opinions or presumptions of others to determine how they feel about themselves.
What's next for Ariana?
Inspite of all the criticisms, Grande is still committed to her profession and upcoming endeavours. With 'Wicked: For Good' already released and drawing both acclaim for its performances and criticism for public obsession with actors' bodies, Grande seems intent on redefining public conversations around appearance. Her message emphasizes that there is a real person behind every celebrity persona who deserves compassion.
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Grande has previously spoken out, in 2023 on social media, about how people often compare her current physique to past versions of herself, ignoring context such as health struggles, medication or lifestyle at the time. She further cautioned fans that having the "ideal" body they envision isn't always an indication of well-being. By sharing this message publicly now, Grande is asking us all—fans or not—to reconsider jumping to judgments about others' appearances.
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Ariana Grande Shares Emotional Reminder, Urges Fans to Choose Kindness Over Commentary
Ariana Grande has issued a powerful reminder to stop commenting on other people's bodies, calling such scrutiny as "dangerous." Amid renewed focus on her appearance due to her role in 'Wicked: For Good,' she urged fans for kindness, and compassion.
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Ariana Grande is once again using her platform to advocate for kindness, empathy, and respect—this time by reminding fans that comments about someone's body, no matter how well-intentioned, can be deeply harmful. In response to increased public scrutiny of her appearance throughout the press cycle for her role as Glinda in 'Wicked: For Good,' Grande reshared an emotional letter pleading with people to cease speculating and dissecting the appearance of others.
The pop icon, who has been in the spotlight since she was a teenager, considered the emotional burden of having her body analyzed online and in the media all the time. Her reminder is based not only on her own experience but also on a broader plea to change the way society discusses health, beauty, and change, particularly when it comes to public personalities whose physical changes are often unfairly criticized. With significant upcoming projects and ongoing success in music and film, Grande is opting to focus the discussion on something much more significant: compassion.
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A Heartfelt Warning Against Body Scrutiny
On 29th November, Ariana Grande took to her Instagram Stories to share a sobering message—resharing a clip from a 2024 interview with the caption: "Resharing this from last year (heart emoji) as a loving reminder to all." "I've been a specimen in a Petri dish, really, since I was 16 or 17," she says in the video as she considers the constant criticism she has received about her appearance since she was a teenager. She urged fans to reconsider the casual ease with which many judge others' looks, bodies, or perceived health.
She described such behaviour as normalized, yet deeply harmful: "There's a comfortability that we shouldn't have at all, commenting on others' looks…what we think is going on behind the scenes or their health." Grande has described this type of expression as "dangerous," not just for the recipients but also for society as a whole. She admitted that she no longer enjoys the "noise" of outside criticism in her life and that she is "lucky" to have a strong network and self-confidence.
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From Glinda to Growing Scrutiny: Grande's Journey with 'Wicked'
Grande's prominent role as Glinda in the movie adaption 'Wicked: For Good' has contributed significantly to the public's newfound interest in her appearance. In the film, which is a follow-up to the first part from 2024, Grande plays the "Good Witch," a character that is drastically different from real life. She was naturally in the spotlight due to the film's glitz, metamorphosis, and intense publicity. During the press tour for 'Wicked' and its sequel, fans and social-media observers noted Grande's slim frame and apparent weight loss. Some even described her as "frail" or "unhealthy," which fueled speculation about her health and well-being.
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Grande didn't hesitate to explicitly address these issues in her Instagram repost. She compared unsolicited remarks, even from well-meaning people to invasive scrutiny: "From what you're wearing to your body to your face to your everything…commenting like that is really dangerous." She stressed resilience and self-worth in addition to physical attractiveness. She advised people to "protect" themselves from the negatives and not allow the opinions or presumptions of others to determine how they feel about themselves.
What's next for Ariana?
Inspite of all the criticisms, Grande is still committed to her profession and upcoming endeavours. With 'Wicked: For Good' already released and drawing both acclaim for its performances and criticism for public obsession with actors' bodies, Grande seems intent on redefining public conversations around appearance. Her message emphasizes that there is a real person behind every celebrity persona who deserves compassion.
Image Courtesy: Harper's Bazaar
Grande has previously spoken out, in 2023 on social media, about how people often compare her current physique to past versions of herself, ignoring context such as health struggles, medication or lifestyle at the time. She further cautioned fans that having the "ideal" body they envision isn't always an indication of well-being. By sharing this message publicly now, Grande is asking us all—fans or not—to reconsider jumping to judgments about others' appearances.
Also Read: https://indigomusic.com/pop-cultures/whats-up-pop-news/cardi-b-shares-sweet-new-photo-of-baby-boy-in-adorable-tribute-to-stefon-diggs-10827249