Ariana Grande has withdrawn from the London musical "Sunday in the Park" as part of a post-tour step back, telling fans the decision was not reactive or impulsive.
The singer spoke at her Chicago show on Monday, saying boundaries needed to be set. Her announcement reportedly caught key production members off guard, with people involved given only hours to prepare their own statement, according to a source familiar with the matter.
Grande's mother, Joan, posted a supportive message for her "magnificent" daughter, saying she was blown away by the "Petal" music video.
The withdrawal comes after Grande finished her tour, though she did not specify what her step back would involve beyond leaving the musical.