Ariana Grande

About

Ariana Grande-Butera, popularly known as Ariana Grande, was born on June 26, 1993, in Boca Raton, Florida, USA. She rose to prominence as a child star in the Broadway musical "13" and the Nickelodeon series "Victorious." Pursuing her passion for music, Grande released her debut album "Yours Truly" in 2013, which secured pole position on the US Billboard 200. Her pop and R&B music, characterized by wide vocal range, has earned numerous accolades including Grammy Awards. Known for her vibrant persona and powerhouse vocals, she continues to be a prominent figure in the music industry.

Associated With

Ariana Grande has collaborated with numerous artists, producers, and industry figures throughout her career. Her acting career began with a role in the Broadway musical, "13", before gaining popularity as Cat Valentine on the Nickelodeon TV show, "Victorious", and later the spin-off, "Sam & Cat". In music, she's worked with big names like Pharrell Williams, Zedd, and Max Martin. Her 2019 track "7 rings" drew inspiration from "My Favorite Things" from Rodgers and Hammerstein — the storied musical theater writing duo. In terms of romantic associations, she was previously in a high-profile relationship with rapper Mac Miller and had a brief engagement with "Saturday Night Live" comedian Pete Davidson. As part of charity initiatives and benefit concerts, she's collaborated with various artists, notably her One Love Manchester concert which included acts like Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber. Grande's associations span across not just acting and music, but philanthropy as well.

Career Highlights

• 2008: Ariana Grande began her career in Broadway's musical "13" as a character named Charlotte.
• 2010-2013: She gained nationwide acclaim for her role as Cat Valentine on the Nickelodeon television series "Victorious" and later its spin-off "Sam & Cat".
• 2011: Grande released the single "Put Your Hearts Up" aiming to create a pop career.
• 2013: Grande's debut studio album "Yours Truly" was released and debuted at No.1 on the US Billboard 200.
• 2013: She won the New Artist of the Year award at the American Music Awards (AMAs).
• 2014: Her second studio album, "My Everything", also reached No.1 in the United States.
• 2014: Grande won Best Pop Video for "Problem" at the MTV Video Music Awards.
• 2016: Ariana's third studio album, "Dangerous Woman", released.
• 2016: She was awarded Artist of the Year at the AMAs.
• 2018: Ariana released "Sweetener", her fourth studio album.
• 2018: "Sweetener" won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album.
• 2019: Grande released her fifth studio album "Thank U, Next".
• 2019: She won two Billboard Music Awards, including Top Female Artist.
• 2020: Grande released her sixth studio album, "Positions".
• 2020: Ariana was featured on Lady Gaga's "Rain on Me", which won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
• 2021: She began serving as a coach on NBC's The Voice.

Notable Awards

• Ariana Grande is an accomplished artist who has won many notable awards throughout her career. Some include:
• Grammy Awards: She won her first Grammy in 2019 for "Best Pop Vocal Album" for "Sweetener."
• Billboard Music Awards: In 2019, Grande was awarded Top Female Artist and Billboard Chart Achievement Award.
• American Music Awards: She has won 3 AMA awards, including "Artist of the Year" in 2016.
• MTV Video Music Awards: She has received multiple MTV VMA awards, including "Best Pop" for "No Tears Left to Cry" in 2018 and "Artist of the Year" in 2020.
• BRIT Awards: In 2019, she won "International Female Solo Artist".
• Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards: She won "Favorite TV Actress" for her role in "Sam & Cat" in 2014.
• iHeartRadio Music Awards: In 2014, she won "Young Influencer Award" and in 2019, won "Female Artist of the Year".

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Ariana Grande Song/Album?

Ariana Grande has had many popular songs throughout her career, however, "Thank U, Next" is arguably her most popular song. Released in 2018, it reached number one in many countries and currently holds the record for the most plays in a single day by a female artist on Spotify. Its parent album of the same name is also one of her most popular, reaching number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The album and its title track helped catapult Grande's fame to another level, solidifying her status as one of the leading female artists in the world.

How Did Ariana Grande Get Famous?

Ariana Grande achieved fame through a diverse career in both acting and singing. She began her career in 2008 in the Broadway musical '13', but her breakout role came in 2010 when she starred as Cat Valentine on the Nickelodeon television series 'Victorious', which garnered a large and dedicated fan base. Following the show's success, she pivoted to music and released her debut album, 'Yours Truly', in 2013, which reached number one on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States. Her impressive vocal range drew comparisons to Mariah Carey and helped establish her as a major player in the pop music industry. Her fame continued to grow with each album release and hit single, solidifying her status as a global pop star.