Ariana Grande’s latest stop on her Eternal Sunshine Tour turned into an emotional night that neither the singer nor her fans will soon forget.
While performing in Los Angeles, the pop superstar was overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from the crowd, leading to a tearful exchange that revealed her deep connection with fans.
The touching moment arrived amid a busy chapter in Grande’s life, one that includes a recent breakup and several high-profile projects on the horizon.
Ariana Grande broke down in tears during her Los Angeles concert on Saturday after the crowd erupted into cheers and applause shortly before she performed her song “Hampstead.”
The emotional scene unfolded inside Crypto.com Arena as the 32-year-old paused to take in the reaction from thousands of fans.
A video later shared to her Instagram showed Grande visibly emotional as bright stage lights illuminated the venue. Struggling to hold back tears, she addressed the audience directly.
“You can’t do this to me, you know what I mean, because you know what’s going to happen,” Grande said. “You know I’m a Cancer. This is going to happen.”
The response from fans only intensified as the “God Is A Woman” singer reflected on the support she has received throughout her career.
Grande admitted the moment felt overwhelming, but in the best possible way. “This is so overwhelming in the most beautiful way ever,” she told the crowd, adding, “Thank you so much for being so loving.”
Grande Reflects On Seven Years Away From Touring
The concert carried extra significance because it marked Ariana Grande’s first tour in seven years. The Grammy winner last embarked on a major tour in 2019 with the Sweetener World Tour, which included 97 dates across North America and Europe.
Speaking to fans in Los Angeles, Grande expressed gratitude to those who have stayed by her side at every stage of her career.
She thanked concertgoers for being there “throughout all these chapters and all of these years” and for “always being such a loving, safe presence in my life.”
The former Nickelodeon star added, “It’s been seven years since I’ve been on stage in front of you all and you’ve stood by my side and supported me. I just have so much gratitude. And wow. Holy sh-t. Holy f-ck. Thank you.”
Grande also joked about a new addition to her tour routine. After wearing contact lenses for the first time during the tour, she said she could finally see the audience more clearly than ever before.
“It’s so nice to see you for the first time in my life and to be able to connect. It’s so powerful,” she said as the crowd responded with another wave of applause.
Ariana Grande’s Emotional Moment Comes After Ethan Slater Split
The heartfelt exchange with fans comes at a time of major personal change for the songstress. Just days before the Los Angeles show, reports emerged that she and Ethan Slater had ended their relationship after three years together.
According to a source, the pair decided to go their separate ways several months ago after significant consideration. Despite the breakup, they have reportedly remained friends.
The source also indicated that Grande has been pouring her energy into the Eternal Sunshine Tour as she moves forward. Notably, Slater was not seen at the singer’s opening weekend performances.
The pair first met while filming the movie adaptation of “Wicked.” Their relationship became public in July 2023 shortly after news broke that Grande had separated from her ex-husband, Dalton Gomez.
At the same time, Slater had also separated from his wife, Lilly Jay, with whom he shares a son born in August 2022. Sources maintained Grande and Slater did not begin dating until after both had separated from their spouses.
Grande’s Relationships Have Often Played Out In The Spotlight
Before dating Slater, Ariana Grande was married to real estate agent Dalton Gomez. The duo was first linked in March 2020, became engaged later that year, and married in May 2021.
Their separation became public in July 2023, and their divorce was finalized in March 2024. Prior to her marriage to Gomez, she had a highly publicized relationship with Pete Davidson that lasted from May to October 2018.
She also dated rapper Mac Miller from late 2016 until April 2018. Four months after their reported breakup, Miller died from an accidental drug overdose at age 26.
While much public attention has centered on her personal relationships, Grande has repeatedly shifted focus back to her work.
Her current tour launched earlier this month in Oakland and will continue across the United States with stops in cities including Inglewood, Austin, Chicago, Atlanta, and Brooklyn.
The tour will eventually head overseas, where the star is scheduled to perform ten shows at London’s O2 Arena between August 15 and September 1.
Ariana Grande Balances Touring, New Music, And Acting Projects
Beyond touring, Grande is preparing for one of the busiest periods of her career. In 2024, she released the album “Eternal Sunshine,” which included hits such as “Yes, And?” and “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait For Your Love).”
She is now gearing up for the release of her eighth studio album, “Petal,” which arrives on July 31. Earlier this year, Grande shared insight into the project’s themes through an Instagram reel.
According to the Daily Mail, she explained that the album is “basically about something that is full of life growing through the cracks of something that is cold and hard and challenging.”
The actress elaborated, “It’s kind of about breaking up with all different kinds of negative attachments, whether it’s my own monsters in my own head, external voices, things that no longer serve me.”
Meanwhile, her acting career continues to expand following her role as Glinda in “Wicked” and “Wicked: For Good.”
Grande recently appeared in a trailer for the upcoming film “Focker-In-Law,” scheduled for release on November 25, and she remains attached to a starring role in “Sunday In The Park With George” in London next summer.
