A recent image of pop icon Ariana Grande has sparked concerns about her health, with fans voicing worries about her noticeably thin appearance on social media.
While attending the BAFTA Film Awards to sign autographs, the Grammy-winning singer looked unusually slim, prompting a surge of online discussions about her well-being.
A worried fan shared on Reddit, saying, “I just hope she’s okay. If I were in her shoes, with constant comments about my body, I’d struggle too.” Another user remarked, “Every new picture shocks me all over again.” A third posted, “It’s heartbreaking to watch this happen.”
Ariana Grande at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards red carpet, Photo Credit: ariana throwbacks/X
Ongoing Scrutiny Over Her Appearance
Grande, who rose to fame as a teen on Nickelodeon’s Victorious, has endured constant scrutiny of her body, particularly during the promotional tour for Wicked, where she plays the role of Glinda.
Medical experts warn that extreme thinness, marked by visible bones and hollowed cheeks, could signal serious health issues like malnutrition. Inadequate nutrition may result in low energy, weakened immunity, muscle loss, and severe complications such as slow wound healing and higher infection risk. Some fans have speculated that Grande’s demanding filming schedule might have played a role in her condition.
In an interview with The New York Times, Grande and co-star Cynthia Erivo discussed the harsh work environment on the Wicked set, revealing that both contracted COVID-19 during production, further adding to the physical toll.
Ariana Grande at the Tokyo ‘Wicked’ premiere, Photo Credit: arianagrande/Instagram
Grande recalled pushing through illness, saying, “I wore a mask during my final days of recovery to learn the hallway finale.” Erivo shared her relief when the actors’ strike halted production in 2023, admitting, “We worked ourselves to the bone. That break was exactly what we needed.”
Ariana Speaks Out on Body Shaming
This isn’t the first time the Thank U, Next singer has responded to public speculation about her appearance. In a heartfelt interview in December, she shared her frustration with the constant scrutiny, saying, “I’ve been under a microscope since I was 16. People have dissected every version of me, pointing out what’s ‘wrong’ each step of the way.”
Ariana Grande selfie posted on her Instagram, Photo Credit: arianagrande/Instagram
Grande likened the intrusive comments to awkward family gatherings, saying, “It’s like when you go to Thanksgiving, and someone’s grandma says, ‘You look thinner, what happened?’ or ‘You look heavier, what happened?’ It’s invasive and uncomfortable, no matter who you are.
” She urged others to reconsider before commenting on appearances, adding, “There’s a level of comfort people have in discussing others’ bodies that we just shouldn’t tolerate.”
Pushing Back Against Critics
In 2023, Grande addressed body shamers in a candid TikTok video, asserting that, contrary to public perception, her current weight represents a healthier version of herself.
Ariana Grande at the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 red carpet, Photo Credit: A Shot./X
“The body you’re comparing me to was actually my unhealthiest,” Grande explained. “I was on antidepressants, drinking with them, and not eating properly.
I was at my lowest point.” She concluded with an important reminder: “Healthy looks different for everyone. We should all strive to be kinder and less judgmental.”
As the Yes, And? singer continues to navigate fame under public scrutiny, her fans hope the focus will shift from her appearance to her talent and well-being.
Sources: Daily Mail
