Jenna Ortega’s Latest Interview Sparks Body Concerns As Fans Compare Her To Ariana Grande
Fans and commentators say her latest video and tour clips show a frailer look, while her team says she is healthy and taking a break from public-facing work.
- On July 31, Ariana Grande released the music video for "Petal," prompting her team to announce she will take a step back from public-facing work after completing the Eternal Sunshine Tour due to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny."
- Throughout her career, Grande has faced intense body commentary, particularly during Wicked franchise press; observers argue public engagement often amounts to "damage control" rather than genuine concern for her wellbeing.
- Online discourse recently linked Grande's experience to actress Jenna Ortega after viewers raised concerns about Ortega's appearance in a YouTube interview; experts emphasize that viewing photographs cannot diagnose potential health issues.
- Journalist Stacy Lee Kong noted that taboos surrounding celebrity bodies reflect broader societal issues, including "fatphobia" seen in commentary on other stars; stepping away from social media can help those impacted.
- The National Institute of Mental Health cautions against assumptions based on appearance, noting that eating disorders are serious illnesses affecting individuals of any weight and that public speculation often relies on limited evidence.
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