Grande thanks fans for support at O2 gig after announcing break from public life

Ariana Grande thanked fans for their overwhelming support during her O2 residency, marking the first of 10 nights at the north Greenwich venue. The show began with a dramatic reveal of Grande in a black corset, followed by performances that included tracks from her 2024 album *Eternal Sunshine*, her latest album *Petal*, and her biggest hits like *Into You*, *Thank U, Next*, and *7 Rings*. She also performed a cover of Lady Gaga’s *Rain On Me*. Grande expressed gratitude for the fans’ loud and enthusiastic support, calling it the loudest of the tour so far. During the concert, she revealed that these 10 dates are her final stops on the *Eternal Sunshine* tour, adding that she was grateful for the love shown by her fans. The set featured elaborate staging, including a rundown house and a transformed lighting rig resembling a police helicopter. Grande waved and blew kisses to fans, and the concert’s cinematic feel was enhanced by clips referencing *The Wizard of Oz* and her role in the *Wicked* films. She also mentioned her decision to step back from public life was made from a thoughtful and empowered place, not impulsive. Grande has since dropped out of the upcoming London revival of *Sunday in the Park With George*, confirming her relationship with dancer and photographer Ricky Alvarez on Instagram. Her latest album *Petal* became her sixth consecutive number-one album.