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Performer

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June 26, 1993 in Boca Raton, FL

 

Ariana Grande-Butera, known professionally as Ariana Grande, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She was born on June 26, 1993, in Boca Raton, Florida, to Joan Grande and Edward Butera. Her parents are of Italian descent, and her father is of Sicilian origin. Grande grew up in a musical family, and her mother was the CEO of Hose-McCann Communications, a company that provides equipment for the marine and aviation industries. Grande began her career in 2008 when she played the role of Charlotte in the Broadway musical 13. She then landed a role in the Nickelodeon television series Victorious, which aired from 2010 to 2013. Grande played the role of Cat Valentine, a bubbly and eccentric character who was known for her singing voice. During her time on the show, Grande also starred in the spin-off series Sam & Cat, which aired from 2013 to 2014. In 2011, Grande released her first single, "Put Your Hearts Up," which was a pop song aimed at a younger audience. However, she later stated that she was not happy with the song and that it did not represent her true style. In 2013, Grande released her debut album, Yours Truly, which showcased her powerful vocals and R&B influences. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Grande's second album, My Everything, was released in 2014 and featured collaborations with artists such as Iggy Azalea, Zedd, and The Weeknd. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and was also certified platinum by the RIAA. The album's lead single, "Problem," featuring Iggy Azalea, became Grande's first top-ten hit on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. In 2016, Grande released her third album, Dangerous Woman, which showcased a more mature and experimental sound. The album featured collaborations with artists such as Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, and Future. The album debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200 chart and was also certified platinum by the RIAA. The album's title track, "Dangerous Woman," became Grande's first top-five hit on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Grande's fourth album, Sweetener, was released in 2018 and featured collaborations with artists such as Pharrell Williams and Nicki Minaj. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and was also certified platinum by the RIAA. The album's lead single, "No Tears Left to Cry," became Grande's first number-one hit on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. In 2019, Grande released her fifth album, Thank U, Next, which was inspired by her personal life experiences. The album featured collaborations with artists such as Victoria Monét and 2 Chainz. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and was also certified platinum by the RIAA. The album's title track, "Thank U, Next," became Grande's first number-one hit on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and was a commercial and critical success. Grande has received numerous awards and nominations throughout her career. She has won two Grammy Awards, one Brit Award, three Billboard Music Awards, and three MTV Video Music Awards, among others. She has also been named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world and has been included in Forbes' annual list of highest-paid women in music. In addition to her music career, Grande has also acted in films and television shows.

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