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Ariana Grande told fans in Chicago that her upcoming break from public life is a planned decision, not an impulsive one. Speaking Monday night, she said stepping back after her “Eternal Sunshine” tour was “thoughtful and planned,” responding after producers announced her withdrawal from a London production planned for 2027. A Grande representative said she will pause public-facing work after the tour, and Grande emphasized that negativity is not affecting her as she sets boundaries. Speculation had followed her recent breakup and album release, with some focusing on her health and appearance. (Multiple other AP briefs followed.)