Ariana Grande's mother, Joan Grande, posted a heartfelt message of support for her daughter after the singer announced she will step back from public life once her Eternal Sunshine tour concludes. The gesture comes amid intense online scrutiny of Grande's appearance and health, and follows her decision to withdraw from the lead role in a West End revival of Sondheim's "Sunday in the Park with George."

Joan commented "You are magnificent… and this video is incredible!! I love it and I love you more!!!" on an Instagram post showing behind-the-scenes footage from Grande's new "Petal" music video. Grande, 33, released her eighth album, Petal, on 31 July, and confirmed on 2 August that she would take a break from public-facing work after her tour ends on 1 September. Speaking in Chicago on 3 August, she insisted the decision was long-planned rather than a reaction to criticism, stating boundaries and rest were needed while stressing the tour remains "the greatest experience" of her career. She has further US dates this week before a ten-show London run from 15 August to 1 September.