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Ariana Grande accepts that a career break would be 'probably be healthy'

Ariana Grande admits that it would be "healthy" for her to take a career break. The 32-year-old star has worked prolifically in both music and acting since finding fame as a teenager in the Nickelodeon series Victorious and acknowledges that it could be beneficial for her to reduce the pace a little.

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20 notable bands and artists to see on tour in 2026

The concert scene, spanning several mainstream genres, has something for everybody. Here's our list of some can't-miss tours highlighting the 2026 live slate.

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20 songs you didn’t realize popular artists wrote for other stars

We all know the icons who belt out the hits, but what about the icons who wrote them? It turns out other A-listers ghostwrote some of your favorite chart-toppers.

Entertainment News / Music Times / January 20

Ariana Grande Opens Up on Mac Miller's Secret Advice That Helped Her Break Free From Her Nickelodeon Image

Ariana Grande has been reflecting on a pivotal moment from her early music career, sharing how Mac Miller encouraged her to transcend her Nickelodeon persona and discover her true voice.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 14

Ariana Grande reveals Mac Miller 'encouraged her to be herself' in rare tribute to her late ex

Ariana Grande says Mac Miller "encouraged her to be herself" as she moved into music. The Wicked actress has recalled her experiences leaving Nickelodeon sitcom Sam and Cat as she started working on her 2013 debut album Yours Truly, and her late ex-boyfriend - who she dated from 2016 to 2018 - encouraged her to "shed that character" and move on.

Entertainment News / Music Times / January 13

Ariana Grande Reportedly Taking A Break From Cynthia Erivo After Intense 'Wicked' Promotion

Ariana Grande is reportedly stepping back from her co-star Cynthia Erivo following the whirlwind promotional tour for "Wicked: For Good," the second installment of the hit musical film franchise.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 10

Ariana Grande not planning new music yet

Ariana Grande would need "an extra brain and four more arms" to make a new album. The Wicked: For Good actress has confirmed there will "definitely" be no music from her before she embarks on her Eternal Sunshine Tour in June because she has been so busy with her other commitments.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 9

I want to challenge myself, says Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande is determined to "challenge" herself as an actress. The 32-year-old star is best-known for her success as a musician, but Ariana is currently focused on her acting career and she's keen to challenge herself in the coming months and years.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 9

Ariana Grande: I earned my role in Wicked movies

Ariana Grande feels she "earned" her role in the Wicked movies. The 32-year-old star played Glinda in the fantasy musical films, and Ariana has revealed that she blocked out external criticism before shooting the films.

Entertainment News / Music Times / January 5

Ariana Grande Caught in Vulnerable Moment on Critics' Choice Red Carpet, Lip Reader Reveals

Ariana Grande's attention to detail was on full display as she attended the 2026 Critics' Choice Awards in California, but a fleeting moment on the red carpet revealed a hint of insecurity.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 5

Ariana Grande gives update on Eternal Sunshine Tour as Wicked star appears at Critics Choice Awards

Ariana Grande has said her Eternal Sunshine Tour is “in a good place”. The 32-year-old singer is due to embark on her first tour in seven years in June 2026, and Grande has now teased she has been working on the set list for “months” and rehearsals for the shows are “starting very soon”.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 24

'You made my day, my year, my life!' Ariana Grande left shocked by Barbra Streisand praise

Ariana Grande's "life" has been "made" after Barbra Streisand shared a heartfelt appreciation post about the Wicked: For Good star. The 32-year-old singer and actress was left in shock after seeing icon Barbra, 83, had praised her acting and singing abilities as well as gushed over Ariana for being "sweet, kind and thoughtful".

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 23

Frankie Grande has cervical spine surgery

Frankie Grande has undergone cervical spine surgery. The 42-year-old actor-and-singer had been experiencing "pain and neurological symptoms for a while" so underwent a planned procedure in order to "relieve pressure" on the nerves in his neck.

Entertainment News / Music Times / December 12

Ariana Grande Breaks Down the Scene That Defined Her 'Wicked' Experience

Ariana‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ Grande revealed the moments that emotionally moved her the most while playing Glinda in "Wicked" and the sequel "Wicked: For Good" and also shared the hardships and victories of the filming the hit musical ‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌movies.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 10

Man who rushed Ariana Grande at Wicked: For Good event gets kicked out of Lady Gaga concert

Johnson Wen has been kicked out of a Lady Gaga concert weeks after being jailed for charging at Ariana Grande. Last month, the 26-year-old social media prankster, who is known as Pyjama Man on Instagram, was sentenced to nine days in prison after rushing at Grande during a Wicked: For Good red carpet event in Singapore.

Entertainment News / Music Times / December 9

Ariana Grande Speaks Out About Mac Miller Seven Years After Tragic Death

Ariana Grande is opening up again about Mac Miller, sharing how much the late rapper influenced her life and her music. The singer spoke about Miller during a masterclass at Chapman University on Friday, December 5, marking one of her most personal reflections on him in recent years.

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / December 2

Ariana Grande Calls Out Dangerous Body-Shaming Comments Amid Intense Public Scrutiny

In a world where social media can elevate you overnight, it can also strip away your privacy and reduce you to little more than your appearance. For Ariana Grande, this has become all too familiar.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / December 1

'Wicked' author Gregory Maguire will release Galinda prequel book in 2026

The story of Wicked has had film audiences wrapped up in pink and green goodness for well over a year at this point.

Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey’s Passionate Scene Removed From 'Wicked: For Good'

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / November 20

Ariana Grande Announces 2026 Eternal Sunshine Tour as Her Last for the Foreseeable Future

Ariana Grande has confirmed that her upcoming 2026 Eternal Sunshine Tour will be her “one last hurrah” for a “long time”. This signals that Grande wants to briefly shift from her pop star career towards a more introspective lifestyle.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / November 7

First previews shared for 'Wicked: For Good' original songs

One of the most anticipated films of the year (maybe the decade?) has to be Wicked: For Good. The first film only adapted the Broadway musical’s first act, ending with Elphaba Thropp (Cynthia Erivo) embracing her rebel status in Oz, and singing “Defying Gravity.” Jon M.

Wicked: For Good director Jon M. Chu addresses potential third movie

Entertainment News / Nerdist / September 24