Ariana Grande Pauses Music for Acting, But Music Will Always Be a Part of Her Life

Ariana Grande has clarified that she’s not leaving music behind, but rather putting it on hold to focus on acting and other artistic endeavors. In a recent interview with Variety published on December 18, the Wicked star revealed her plans for the future, explaining that while music remains an important part of her life, her current priority is exploring the world of screen work.

When discussing her future career, Grande shared her excitement for acting, saying, “I feel so grateful to acting, and I think my fans know that music and being on stage will always be a part of my life, but I don’t see it coming anytime soon.” She added, “The next few years, hopefully, we’ll be exploring different forms of art, and I think acting is feeling like home right now.”

Grande’s comments come after recent rumors about her potentially going on tour in 2025. Ticketmaster had listed events under her name, sparking speculation. However, her record label, Republic Records, addressed the rumors, confirming that there are no plans for a tour next year. The label emphasized that Ariana remains “deeply appreciative” of her fans and their support.

Earlier this year, Grande hinted at the possibility of a mini-tour between the release of Wicked part one on November 22 and the second part, set for November 2025. During an appearance on the Shut Up Evan podcast in July, she said, "I think it would be a really lovely idea." However, it seems her focus is now shifting to her acting career.

It has been five years since Grande last went on tour. Her most recent set of concerts was in 2019, in support of her 2018 album Sweetener.

In exciting news, Grande recently earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Glinda the Good Witch in Wicked part one, alongside her co-star Cynthia Erivo, who received a nomination for Best Actress for her role as the Wicked Witch of the West.

Although her touring plans are on pause, Ariana Grande continues to captivate her audience with her acting and remains committed to her musical roots. Fans can look forward to more from the star in both music and film in the years to come.