Global pop sensation Ariana Grande has made a stunning announcement that will change the course of her entertainment career. The multi-talented performer revealed that her upcoming 2026 Eternal Sunshine tour will mark her final series of concerts as a professional singer.
The Final Curtain Call for Pop Stardom
During a recent appearance on Amy Poehler's Good Hang podcast, Grande opened up about her career trajectory and what the future holds. The 32-year-old artist described the upcoming tour as her one last hurrah in the music industry before shifting her focus entirely to acting opportunities.
"I think that's why I'm doing it because I'm like, 'One last hurrah.' For now," Grande told the Saturday Night Live alum during their conversation. While she avoided making definitive statements about never returning to music, she emphasized that this would be her last major tour for the foreseeable future.
Embracing New Creative Directions
Grande explained that her perspective on career and artistry has evolved significantly. "I think the last 10 to 15 years will look very different to the ones that are coming up," she shared, hinting at a major professional transformation.
The singer expressed feeling more connected to herself and her art since exploring opportunities beyond pop music. "I spent so much time only doing pop music — but I grew up as a girl who loved musical theater and comedy," Grande revealed, explaining her desire to pursue projects that feel authentic in the moment.
Exciting Film Projects on the Horizon
Grande's acting calendar is already filling up with high-profile projects. She's currently working on the highly anticipated Wicked movie adaptation, where she stars as Glinda. Additionally, she's set to make her return to Ryan Murphy's cinematic universe in American Horror Story Season 13.
The entertainer also confirmed her involvement in Ben Stiller's upcoming film Focker-In-Law, demonstrating her commitment to building a diverse acting portfolio. "I am doing a movie right now because it's a role that I read the script and I love it and it's funny and I love the cast and I'm so excited," she shared with genuine enthusiasm.
The Eternal Sunshine tour will mark Grande's first return to the stage in six years, following her successful Sweetener world tour in 2019. While specific dates and locations for the 2026 tour haven't been announced yet, fans worldwide are already anticipating what promises to be an emotional farewell to her pop music era.
