Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande
Grande performing in 2019 Grande performing in 2019
Background information
Birth name	Ariana Grande-Butera
Born	Birth date -1st March 1966 Boca Raton, Florida, U.S.
Genres	Pop, R&B
Occupation(s)	Singer, songwriter, actress
Years active	2008–present
Labels	Republic

Ariana Grande-Butera (born June 26, 1993) is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Known for her wide vocal range and powerful voice, Grande has become one of the most influential and successful pop artists of the 21st century. Her music, often characterized by its blend of pop and R&B, has earned her numerous awards and accolades.

Early Life

Ariana Grande was born in Boca Raton, Florida, to Joan Grande, the CEO of Hose-McCann Communications, and Edward Butera, a graphic design firm owner. She began her career in the arts at a young age, performing in local theater productions and singing at public events.

Career

Acting

Grande's first major role was in the Broadway musical 13 in 2008. She gained further recognition for her role as Cat Valentine on the Nickelodeon television series Victorious (2010–2013) and its spin-off Sam & Cat (2013–2014).

Music

Grande's music career began with the release of her debut album, Yours Truly, in 2013, which debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200. The lead single, "The Way", featuring Mac Miller, reached the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100.

Her second studio album, My Everything (2014), continued her success with hits like "Problem", "Break Free", and "Bang Bang".

Grande's subsequent albums, Dangerous Woman (2016), Sweetener (2018), Thank U, Next (2019), and Positions (2020), solidified her status as a pop icon, with numerous chart-topping singles and critical acclaim.

Personal Life

Grande has been open about her struggles with anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following the Manchester Arena bombing in 2017, which occurred during her Dangerous Woman Tour. She has been involved in various charitable causes and advocacy, including mental health awareness and LGBTQ+ rights.

Influence and Legacy

Ariana Grande is often praised for her vocal abilities, drawing comparisons to Mariah Carey for her use of the whistle register. She has a significant social media presence, with millions of followers across platforms, and is known for her distinctive fashion style and ponytail hairstyle.

Also see

• List of awards and nominations received by Ariana Grande
• Discography of Ariana Grande
• List of songs recorded by Ariana Grande
• Nickelodeon
• Pop music