
Ariana Grande has long been admired for her talent and charm, but recent public appearances have sparked concern among fans over her noticeable weight loss.
At the 2025 BAFTA Film Awards, many labeled her appearance as “scarily skinny” and “terribly thin,” with some speculating about a possible eating disorder. Comments flooded social media, expressing worry about her health and well-being.
Behavioral expert Dr. Patrick Wanis attributes the intense scrutiny to parasocial relationships—fans’ emotional attachment to celebrities—as well as societal pressures on female stars to remain eternally youthful and perfectly thin.
Despite no public comment from Grande, the growing concern highlights the damaging beauty standards women in entertainment are expected to uphold.