The 33-year-old pop diva broke her silence hours after announcing a 'much-deserved break from public-facing work and appearances, which has led to endless, ongoing public scrutiny'

Ariana Grande has quit her upcoming West End role as she plans to take a break following her tour amid struggles with 'ongoing public scrutiny'.

The singer and actress' rep said she would be taking a "step back from visibility" once her Eternal Sunshine Tour finishes in September.

News comes days after the release of her eighth studio album, ‘Petal’

Ariana Grande announced she will step away from the spotlight after \