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Los Angeles concert sees Ariana Grande tearfully thank fans

PUBLISHED Jun 17, 2026, 6:33 AM ET

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In Los Angeles on Monday night, Ariana Grande grew emotional on stage during a stop on her newly launched Eternal Sunshine Tour, her first tour since 2019’s Sweetener World Tour. The concert marked her first major public performance since media reports detailed her separation from actor Ethan Slater, her co‑star in the film adaptation of Wicked. Pausing between songs, Grande wept as she addressed the arena crowd, thanking them for their long‑term support and calling them a loving, safe presence through different phases of her life. The appearance comes amid leaks describing the relationship as on‑and‑off before a final split.

By Lauren Mitchell | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2019: Sweetener World Tour concludes globally
Recent months: Media report on-off relationship
Recent months: Leaks describe recurring behavior pattern
Last week: Details of Slater split emerge
Monday night: Grande performs in Los Angeles
Monday night: Singer pauses set, addresses crowd
Monday night: Ariana Grande cries while thanking fans
After concert: Public focus shifts to emotional remarks

News Intelligence

Ariana Grande's emotional concert shows the human side of celebrities. It reminds us that, like us, they face personal challenges. If you're a fan, it's a moment of connection. If you're not, it's a reminder that empathy transcends fame.