Singer and actor Ariana Grande has hinted at her return to touring after a six-year hiatus, sharing details about her upcoming Eternal Sunshine Tour during the 31st annual Criticsโ Choice Awards.
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Speaking on the black carpet outside the Barker Hangar on January 4, Grande said she has been preparing for the tour while wrapping up promotional duties for โWicked: For Goodโ, which received seven nominations at the awards ceremony.
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“I’ve been working on the set list for months now,” Grande said. “It’s in a good place, but we’ll never know until we get into the rehearsals, which are starting very soon, and we put things on their feet.”
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However, the singer declined to reveal further details about what fans can expect. “I want to let it be a surprise,” she added.
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The Eternal Sunshine Tour will mark Grande’s first major tour in six years. Reflecting on her return to the stage, she said the experience would not fundamentally change who she is. “I think it’s the same person,” she said. “I am grateful to work, and I’m excited for the tour.”
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Grande also spoke about supporting her โWickedโ co-star and close friend Bowen Yang, whom she joined during his final Saturday Night Live episode on December 20, which she hosted.
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“It was really special,” Grande said. “I really just wanted to celebrate him and be there to support him, and I love him so much. We’re real friends for life,” she said.
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As she looks ahead to the conclusion of the โWickedโ chapter, Grande expressed a sense of calm and fulfilment. “It feels actually really beautiful,” the 32-year-old said. “We’re really proud of what we’ve done, and now we’ve given it to the world.”
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