Chronological coverage updated 1st October 2026 10:14.
Update 1 · 1st October 2026
Pete Davidson Speaks Out on Ariana Grande Scrutiny as Singer Prepares for Career Hiatus
Comedian Pete Davidson has broken his silence regarding his ex-fiancée Ariana Grande, speaking out against the ongoing public scrutiny the pop superstar has faced in recent months. The former Saturday Night Live performer and Grande engaged in a high-profile, five-month romance in 2018 before calling off their engagement. Despite keeping their distance in the years since, Davidson publicly voiced his frustration over the online and media reaction directed at the singer.
The Mirror reportedly quoted Pete Davidson (Comedian and former partner of Ariana Grande) as saying: “I don't like it at all. It's not cool. 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*ed up.”.
Davidson added that although he and Grande are not actively in regular contact, they remain on good terms, describing her as immensely talented and cool. Their original romance began in May 2018 and escalated rapidly, with Grande spotted wearing an engagement ring just weeks later. Following their split in October 2018, both stars addressed the relationship through comedy routines and media interviews, with Grande later reflecting in Vogue that the whirlwind period was a distraction during a vulnerable time in her life.
Grande Addresses Chicago Crowd Directly
The public debate surrounding Grande intensified after her team confirmed she would take a hiatus from public life at the conclusion of her Eternal Sunshine Tour. A representative initially cited endless, ongoing scrutiny as the driver behind the step back. However, during a performance at the United Center in Chicago, 33-year-old Grande paused her show to address her fans directly and clear up misconceptions about her choice.
The Mirror reportedly quoted Ariana Grande (Pop musician performing on her Eternal Sunshine Tour) as saying: “Sometimes when a story comes out that's not directly from me, things can get a little blown out of proportion, so I wanted to speak to my fans directly tonight because I love you so much.”.
Grande assured concertgoers that the announcement was not a reactive or impulsive measure triggered by recent headlines. Instead, she explained that taking a break was a long-planned, thoughtful decision aimed at setting healthy personal boundaries. She insisted to fans that external negativity was not ruining her experience, describing her current professional phase as one of the most fulfilling creative periods of her career.
- Pete Davidson condemned public scrutiny aimed at Ariana Grande, maintaining that the two remain on good terms.
- Ariana Grande clarified to concertgoers in Chicago that her upcoming hiatus was a pre-planned, empowered boundary choice.
