Ariana Grande is a renowned American singer, songwriter, and actress. As a child, she began her career in the entertainment industry, performing in local theater productions before landing a role in the Broadway musical "13" in 2008. Grande gained wider recognition for her role as Cat Valentine on the Nickelodeon television series "Victorious" and its spinoff "Sam & Cat."

Grande transitioned to a music career by signing with Republic Records in 2011 and then with the release of her debut album, "Yours Truly," in 2013, which debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 and included the successful single "The Way." Her powerful vocals, remarkable four-octave vocal range, and use of the whistle register drew comparisons to Mariah Carey and quickly established her as a rising pop star. Grande's subsequent albums, including "My Everything," which featured hit singles "Problem," "Break Free," "Bang Bang," and "Dangerous Woman," solidified her status in the music industry.

Grande's career reached new heights with her albums "Thank U, Next" and "Positions," both of which topped the charts and showcased her evolution as an artist. In 2024, she released her seventh album, "Eternal Sunshine", which includes the number-one singles "Yes, And?" and "We Can't Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)." Grande has received numerous awards, including two Grammy Awards, one Brit Award, two Billboard Music Awards, three American Music Awards, nine MTV Video Music Awards, and 36 Guinness World Records. She is also recognized for her strong social media presence, with over 380 million followers on Instagram, and her advocacy for mental health, LGBTQ+ rights, animal rights, and equality.

In addition to her music career, Grande ventured into the business world with her own cosmetics brand, R.E.M. Beauty, and a fragrance line that includes thirteen scents with Luxe Brands. Grande returned to her acting roots in 2021 with a role in the film "Don't Look Up" and has announced her participation in the film adaptations of "Wicked" and "Wicked Part Two" set to release in 2024 and 2025, respectively. For her performance in "Wicked," Grande earned Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Role.

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