Pete Davidson Slams Public Scrutiny Over Ex Ariana Grande’s Appearance

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Pete Davidson has a blunt message about the scrutiny surrounding Ariana Grande’s body, and he isn’t brushing it off just because he believes she can handle the pressure. The comedian criticized the online commentary about his former fiancée’s weight as unacceptable, while praising the strength he witnessed during their relationship. His remarks come as Grande spends time away from the spotlight after completing her “Eternal Sunshine” tour, following an announcement that she would reduce her public visibility amid ongoing scrutiny.

Pete Davidson Pushes Back Against Ariana Grande’s Body Scrutiny

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In a Variety profile published Wednesday, Davidson addressed the commentary surrounding Grande and the pressure it has placed on the singer. “I don’t like it at all,” he said.

The “Saturday Night Live” alum then expanded on his frustration, drawing on what he knows of Grande personally. “It’s not cool,” he continued. “She’s a really strong person. I’ve witnessed it, and I don’t understand it. She knows how to handle this stuff, though. She’s been around. So she’ll be OK, but I think it’s f-cked up.”

Ariana Grande Announced A Step Back From Visibility

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In August, Grande’s representative announced that she would be “taking a step back from visibility” amid “endless, ongoing” concern about her weight. Grande also addressed the emotional toll during a four-minute speech to “Eternal Sunshine” tour attendees in Chicago, saying online “negativity is ruining things for” her.

Still, she emphasized the connection she felt with the people in the room. “No matter what noises exist out there, nothing will be able to distort my reality or be more real to me … as this love that we share.”

• Ariana Grande broke down during her final “Eternal Sunshine” show before taking a break.
• She explained why she called her “Eternal Sunshine” tour “corrective” after deciding to step back from the spotlight.
• Jenna Ortega’s appearance drew comparisons to Ariana Grande, with critics commenting, “Hollywood unhealthily skinny strikes again!”
• Frankie Grande shared an emotional tribute to his sister Ariana amid public scrutiny.
• Ariana Grande reflected on the end of her “Eternal Sunshine” tour amid ongoing scrutiny.

Grande Is Reportedly Enjoying Downtime After Her Tour

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Grande wrapped her “Eternal Sunshine” tour on September 1 and has since been keeping a lower profile. According to Page Six’s reporting on her life in Los Angeles, she has been “laying low” and “enjoying her downtime” with boyfriend Ricky Alvarez. The two previously dated between 2015 and 2016 before reconciling earlier this year.

“Ariana is doing great,” a source shared with the outlet. “She’s in an amazing place. She’s really happy. Ricky’s family is there and she loves Halloween things, so she’s getting into the season.”

Ariana Grande Is Taking Things Slowly With Ricky Alvarez

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A different source told PEOPLE that the two are “taking things very slowly.”

“Ariana has always considered Ricky a friend,” the insider said. “She’s not held ill will against him [since their split]. Ricky is dependable, trustworthy and very supportive. Ariana feels she can be herself around Ricky.”

“They’re not jumping into anything serious right away, but Ari is happy to have him back in her life,” the source clarified.

Pete Davidson Says He And Ariana Grande Are ‘Cool’

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Davidson’s defense of Grande does not mean the former couple is regularly communicating. Asked about their current relationship, he offered a straightforward answer. “We’re not texting or whatever, but we’re cool,” he admitted.

The “Saturday Night Live” alum also described Grande as an “awesome girl” who is “f-cking cool” and “immensely talented.”

Davidson and Grande’s relationship moved quickly in the summer of 2018, with the comedian proposing just weeks after they began dating. They split that October, but their short-lived engagement stayed in the public conversation long afterward.

Grande referenced Davidson in songs including “Thank U, Next” and “Pete Davidson.” In 2019, she described him as an “amazing distraction” and characterized their relationship as “frivolous and fun … and highly unrealistic.” Davidson later pushed back against her “insane” depiction of their time together during a 2022 stand-up special.

Despite their past public remarks about the relationship, Pete Davidson now speaks warmly about Ariana Grande while criticizing the attention on her body.

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