A defiant Ariana Grande has revealed how she protects herself from social pressure to appear perfect.
While promoting Wicked with co-star Cynthia Erivo, French influencer Crazy Sally asked Grande, 31, how she “deals” with criticism about her appearance and overall beauty standards.
The question struck a chord with Ariana, who paused momentarily to gather her thoughts and seemingly hold back tears.
Ariana, whose recent apparent weight loss has sparked concerns from fans lately, said she’s been dealing with the “noise” since she was a teenager; However, since then he learned to ignore criticism by relying on his work and his friends.
Immediately after Sally asked her question, Grande seemed emotional as she paused momentarily with Cynthia, 37, offering her a comforting hand. “My God… Good question,” he said.
‘I have been“It’s like doing this in front of an audience… a sample in a petri dish actually since I was 16 or 17. So I’ve heard it all,” he said.
Ariana Grande has revealed how she protects herself from social pressure to appear perfect; photographed last month in London
‘I have heard all versions of what is happening to me. And then you fix it and then it’s wrong for different reasons, but that’s it, even the simplest thing, your appearance, you’re young and you’re hearing all that stuff.’
‘It’s hard to protect yourself from that noise. And it’s something that’s uncomfortable no matter what scale you’re experiencing.
No matter where the comment comes from, Ariana insists that it’s hard to deal with everything, even if it comes from a family member.
‘Even if you go to Thanksgiving dinner and someone’s grandmother says, “Oh my God, you look thinner! What happened?” or “You look heavier! What happened?” That’s an uncomfortable and horrible thing, no matter where it’s happening, no matter the scale at which it’s happening. I think in today’s society there is a comfort that we shouldn’t have at all.
‘Comment on others’ appearance, what they think happens behind the scenes, their health or how they present themselves. From what you are wearing to your body, your face and your everything.
He defiantly called the “comfort” people feel in “commenting” on people’s appearances “dangerous.”
“People feel comfortable commenting on that and I think it’s really dangerous.” And I think it’s dangerous for all parties involved,” he said.
The question struck a chord with Ariana, who paused momentarily to gather her thoughts and seemingly hold back tears.
Ariana and her Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo were interviewed by French influencer Crazy Sally
Grande said the “comfort” people have in “commenting” on people’s appearance is “dangerous.”
Ariana no longer leaves room for criticism: “I just don’t invite you in anymore, you are not welcome.” I have work to do, I have a life to live, I have friends to love, I have so much love! And he’s not invited, I don’t leave him space anymore.’
‘And however they can protect themselves from that noise, whether it’s at a family gathering or online… I don’t care if they have to delete their app completely, they stay safe because no one has the right to say it. **t.’
The interview comes after Ariana sparked concern over her new slim blonde look, with fans expressing fears she looked “very fragile”.
In movie-related news, the National Board of Review threw its weight behind Jon M. Chu’s Wicked, naming the lavish musical best film of the year, Chu best director, and giving its stars, Erivo and Grande, an award for their collaboration, in awards announced Wednesday.
Already a box office force, Wicked is also embarking on an awards campaign that is expected to make it a top contender at the Academy Awards.
Already a box office force, Wicked is also embarking on an awards campaign that is expected to make it a top contender at the Academy Awards.
The National Review Board, a long-standing New York-based organization of film enthusiasts and academics founded in 1909, has no correlation with the film academy.
But the win gives Wicked some momentum ahead of Monday’s Golden Globe nominations, where it should do well.
“Wicked represents the pure magic that movies can bring to audiences,” said NBR President Annie Schulhof. “Every detail is beautifully crafted and designed, the actors are all exceptional and the music is second to none; together it adds up to a transportive experience like no other.”
The NBRs join the recent string of awards handed out this week, including the Gotham Awards on Monday, the New York Film Critics Circle on Tuesday and the Spirit Awards nominations announced on Wednesday.