{"id":28329,"date":"2026-08-05T08:23:32","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T03:23:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=28329"},"modified":"2026-08-05T08:23:32","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T03:23:32","slug":"ricky-alvarez-at-the-heart-of-ariana-grandes-public-hiatus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=28329","title":{"rendered":"Ricky Alvarez at the Heart of Ariana Grande&#8217;s Public Hiatus"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theblast.com\/tag\/ariana-grande\/\"><strong>Ariana Grande<\/strong><\/a>\u2019s planned break away from the public eye will be spent with those closest to her, especially her boyfriend, <strong>Ricky Alvarez<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The singer announced her intention to escape the spotlight for a while following heightened scrutiny about her aggressive weight loss.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While concerns about Grande\u2019s health continue to abound, the former child star assures her fans that her hiatus has nothing to do with the pressures of fame. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium_large mobile-image-full-width\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/quality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/31st-Annual-Critics-Choice-Awards-MEGA1404980_016-788x1182.jpg\" class=\"pss-trigger\" role=\"button\" data-pss-trigger=\"0\" aria-controls=\"pss-modal\" aria-label=\"Open gallery of 4 images.\" title=\"Open gallery of 4 images.\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"788\" height=\"1182\" src=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=788%2Cheight=1182%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/31st-Annual-Critics-Choice-Awards-MEGA1404980_016-788x1182.jpg\" alt=\"Ariana Grande at 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards\" class=\"wp-image-829039\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=788%2Cheight=1182%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/31st-Annual-Critics-Choice-Awards-MEGA1404980_016-788x1182.jpg 788w, https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=428%2Cheight=642%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/31st-Annual-Critics-Choice-Awards-MEGA1404980_016-428x642.jpg 428w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 430px) 100px, 100vw\"\/><span class=\"pss-trigger__badge\" aria-hidden=\"true\">4<\/span><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ZUMAPRESS.com \/ MEGA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Amid speculations that Grande might spend her time away in rehab, a close source clarified that the singer plans to be surrounded by her loved ones.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cShe\u2019ll be spending a lot of time with her family, friends and Ricky,\u201d explained the insider, who noted that her schedule over the past months prevented quality time.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cShe [Grande] and Ricky haven\u2019t been able to spend as much time together as she would have liked over the past few months, so she\u2019s looking forward to having more uninterrupted time with him,\u201d the source told <a href=\"https:\/\/pagesix.com\/2026\/08\/04\/celebrity-news\/ariana-grandes-plans-for-hiatus-revealed-after-decision-to-step-away-from-spotlight\/\">Page Six<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lovebirds are still basking in the euphoria of their love, having reconnected last month, ten years after their initial breakup.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apart from bonding with Alvarez, Grande is said to be eager to experience her day-to-day without restrictions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cShe\u2019s looking forward to having more freedom in her day and being able to make plans without constantly working around such a demanding schedule,\u201d added the informant.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-ariana-grande-on-the-truth-of-her-break-not-impulsive\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ariana Grande On The Truth Of Her Break: \u2018Not Impulsive\u2019<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-tiktok wp-block-embed-tiktok\"\/>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An insight into how the Nickelodeon alum plans to spend her respite comes after she directly addressed the ongoing rumors that she was forced to take a step back.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the release of the music video for \u201cPetal,\u201d fans heavily voiced concerns about Grande\u2019s physical appearance, crying that she appeared emaciated and frail.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shortly after, reps for the artist announced that Grande will take \u201ca step back from visibility\u201d after ending her Eternal Sunshine tour on September 1.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While on stage during her stop at Chicago\u2019s United Center venue, Grande spoke to the ongoing chatter, explaining her decision to fans. \u201cSometimes when a story comes out that\u2019s not directly from me, things can get a little blown out of proportion,\u201d she began, per <a href=\"https:\/\/theblast.com\/830040\/ariana-grande-clears-air-break-decision\/\">The Blast<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u201cJust Like Magic\u201d songstress added, \u201cThe announcement that was made yesterday was not a reactive or impulsive thing. It was something that I have decided. A plan that I had quietly made a long time ago.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 33-year-old, who described her move as \u201cempowered,\u201d then shut down claims that the negativity was getting to her. \u201cI just have to say that could not be more the far opposite. This is not what that is,\u201d Grande declared.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-the-singer-has-support-from-her-closest-ally\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Singer Has Support From Her Closest Ally<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium_large mobile-image-full-width\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/quality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wicked-For-Good-New-York-Premiere-MEGA1391633_013-788x1071.jpg\" class=\"pss-trigger\" role=\"button\" data-pss-trigger=\"1\" aria-controls=\"pss-modal\" aria-label=\"Open gallery of 4 images.\" title=\"Open gallery of 4 images.\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"788\" height=\"1071\" src=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=788%2Cheight=1071%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wicked-For-Good-New-York-Premiere-MEGA1391633_013-788x1071.jpg\" alt=\"Wicked For Good - New York Premiere\" class=\"wp-image-830540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=788%2Cheight=1071%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wicked-For-Good-New-York-Premiere-MEGA1391633_013-788x1071.jpg 788w, https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=428%2Cheight=581%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wicked-For-Good-New-York-Premiere-MEGA1391633_013-428x581.jpg 428w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 430px) 100px, 100vw\"\/><span class=\"pss-trigger__badge\" aria-hidden=\"true\">4<\/span><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ZUMAPRESS.com \/ MEGA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ariana\u2019s announcement has since been met with mixed reactions, with some regarding it as the right move while others insist she succumbed to bullying.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nevertheless, the \u201cSam &amp; Cat\u201d star has the stamp of approval from her inner circle, with her mom Joan Grande speaking up after her emotional revelation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As <a href=\"https:\/\/theblast.com\/830164\/ariana-grande-mom-support-break-decision\/\">The Blast<\/a> reported, the doting matriarch offered praises for her daughter\u2019s latest project, particularly the newly released music video that got tongues wagging.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Joan took to social media to give a shout-out to her famous daughter, writing in the comment section, \u201cYou are magnificent\u2026 and this video is incredible!! I love it, and I love you more!!!\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-ariana-grande-s-brother-sparks-backlash-for-tone-deaf-post\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ariana Grande\u2019s Brother Sparks Backlash for Tone-Deaf Post<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium_large mobile-image-full-width\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/quality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/The-MTV-Video-Music-Awards-2025-NY-MEGA1361549_002-788x1211.jpg\" class=\"pss-trigger\" role=\"button\" data-pss-trigger=\"2\" aria-controls=\"pss-modal\" aria-label=\"Open gallery of 4 images.\" title=\"Open gallery of 4 images.\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"788\" height=\"1211\" src=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=788%2Cheight=1211%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/The-MTV-Video-Music-Awards-2025-NY-MEGA1361549_002-788x1211.jpg\" alt=\"The MTV Video Music Awards 2025-NY.\" class=\"wp-image-830541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=788%2Cheight=1211%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/The-MTV-Video-Music-Awards-2025-NY-MEGA1361549_002-788x1211.jpg 788w, https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=428%2Cheight=658%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/The-MTV-Video-Music-Awards-2025-NY-MEGA1361549_002-428x658.jpg 428w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 430px) 100px, 100vw\"\/><span class=\"pss-trigger__badge\" aria-hidden=\"true\">4<\/span><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ZUMAPRESS.com \/ MEGA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Amid Joan\u2019s public support, not everyone in the Grande clan seemed to be sensitive to the pop star\u2019s plight.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to <a href=\"https:\/\/theblast.com\/830200\/ariana-grande-brother-backlash-healthy-body\/\">The Blast<\/a>, the singer\u2019s elder brother Frankie Grande shared a thirst trap amid the heavy scrutiny his sister is dealing with.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The actor took to social media to post images during a gym session and afterward. In one snap, Frankie was completely nude with just a towel covering his private area, while another showed him sweaty in short workout clothes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fans wasted no time expressing displeasure with the post, with some accusing him of flaunting his healthy body while his sister suffers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cGo look after your sister rather than seeking attention online. You have leeched off of her for years, but you\u2019re still here all about yourself in her time of need?!!\u201d one harsh comment read.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-trisha-paytas-defends-grande-from-trolls\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trisha Paytas Defends Grande From Trolls<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium_large caption_belowImage credit_onImage mobile-image-full-width\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/quality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/trishapaytas1-788x1184.jpg\" class=\"pss-trigger\" role=\"button\" data-pss-trigger=\"3\" aria-controls=\"pss-modal\" aria-label=\"Open gallery of 4 images.\" title=\"Open gallery of 4 images.\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"788\" height=\"1184\" src=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=788%2Cheight=1184%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/trishapaytas1-788x1184.jpg\" alt=\"Trisha Paytas posing on the red carpet.\" class=\"wp-image-807893\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=788%2Cheight=1184%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/trishapaytas1-788x1184.jpg 788w, https:\/\/media.theblast.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=428%2Cheight=643%2Cfit=crop%2Cquality=75%2Cgravity=auto%2Csharpen=1%2Cmetadata=none%2Cformat=auto%2Conerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/trishapaytas1-428x643.jpg 428w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 430px) 100px, 100vw\"\/><span class=\"pss-trigger__badge\" aria-hidden=\"true\">4<\/span><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">MEGA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While Frankie has remained quiet on the subject of his sister\u2019s look, some notable voices in the industry have come to her defense.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Influencer Trisha Paytas dropped her two cents on the conversation, taking to social media to bash body shamers who feel comfortable speaking on a stranger\u2019s physique.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Per <a href=\"https:\/\/theblast.com\/830204\/trisha-paytas-slams-comments-ariana-grandes-body\/\">The Blast<\/a>, the media personality blamed the use of GLP-1 medications for the rise in \u201cbody checking\u201d in Hollywood. Nevertheless, Paytas noted that it was never right to speak on anyone\u2019s body, even if it is done in good faith.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIs it alarming? Is it shocking? Yes. I don\u2019t know necessarily if we need to be commenting on it as much as we are,\u201d she said of Ariana\u2019s \u201cPetal\u201d video.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<script async=\"async\" data-cfasync=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/pl30214220.effectivecpmnetwork.com\/9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<div id=\"container-9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\"><\/div>\r\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ariana Grande\u2019s planned break away from the public eye will be spent with those closest to her, especially her boyfriend, Ricky Alvarez. The singer announced her intention to escape the spotlight for a while following heightened scrutiny about her aggressive weight loss. 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