Ariana Grande Raises Eyebrows by Liking Cryptic Post About Being 'Healthier' Amid Ongoing Body Image Scrutiny

Ariana Grande is raising eyebrows with her latest social media action despite not saying a word.

The singer recently “liked” an Instagram post by New York-based psychotherapist Terri Cole, who shared a message that read, “I can confirm that not everyone will like the healthier version of you."

“That’s okay. Get healthier, anyway,” the text continued.

The video itself showed Cole applying lipstick in front of a mirror; however, she elaborated on her message in the caption.

She pointed out that sometimes personal growth can cause unprecedented bumps in relationships.

“That tension can be awkward to deal with sometimes,” she wrote.

“There are going to be people who celebrate the healthier version of you,” she noted, before adding, “and you might have those who miss the version of you that was stretched thin, keeping everyone else happy + comfortable.”

“Keep growing and prioritizing yourself regardless. You have more strength than you likely give yourself credit for, and every step you take to honor your boundaries is proof of that,” she continued.

She further stated that “people who are meant to be in your circle will love and appreciate your growth,” instead of trying to look for “just the parts of you that make everything comfortable or convenient.”

Even though the Grammy-winning singer did not comment on the post, her liking it has renewed the scrutiny around her ongoing health and appearance.

Just a few days ago, a rep for the “One Last Time” singer told People that she will be taking a “much-deserved break” after wrapping up her Eternal Sunshine Tour on September 1 in London on “a high note.”

They also noted that her decision to step back from the limelight comes after her extended period of “public-facing work and appearances,” which led to “endless, ongoing public scrutiny” about her body and health.

An insider also told the outlet that Grande “performs a very physical show, and there is a lot of athleticism involved. She performs healthily and successfully at a very high level night after night.”

The Victorious star has also reportedly withdrawn her participation from Stephen Sondheim’s Sunday in the Park with George’s West End revival.

She was expected to headline the production alongside her Wicked costar Jonathan Bailey, with the project slated to open at London’s Barbican Centre in summer 2027.

Although the Fellow Travelers star will not appear in the production, the songstress will “support the brilliant team bringing this project to life,” per a source.