Ariana Grande

The Profile

American singer and actress (born 1993) who emerged from Nickelodeon to become a leading pop/R&B artist. Debuted with Yours Truly (2013), followed by chart-topping albums and widely acclaimed singles, noted for an agile, powerful voice and high-profile collaborations.

Born in Boca Raton, Florida (1993); early roles on Nickelodeon’s Victorious and Sam & Cat; albums include Yours Truly (2013), My Everything (2014), Dangerous Woman (2016), Sweetener (2018), Thank U, Next (2019), Positions (2020); led the Dangerous Woman Tour and organized the One Love Manchester benefit after the 2017 Manchester Arena attack; multiple Billboard Hot 100 number ones including Thank U, Next and 7 rings; collaborations with The Weeknd and Lady Gaga; Grammy Awards include Best Pop Vocal Album (Sweetener) and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance (Rain On Me).

Reviews praise Grande’s blend of pop and R&B with clear 90s influences and a strong, controlled voice. Yours Truly is noted for warm, Motown-tinged songwriting; My Everything shifts toward radio-friendly sounds without losing soul. Thank U, Next earns fan fervor for catchy, modern production. One report highlights organized, affectionate crowds and safety consciousness post‑Manchester.