Ariana Grande is an American singer and actress who has gained worldwide recognition for her powerful vocals. From a very young age, she participated in plays and sang at public events, gradually realizing that she wanted to pursue a career in music and entertainment. Her first major breakthrough in the entertainment industry came through Broadway, where she starred in the 2008 musical 13. She also performed in productions of Beauty and the Beast and The Wizard of Oz. Grande later became known for her role as Cat Valentine on the Nickelodeon series Victorious (2010–2013) and its spin-off Sam & Cat (2013–2014). Eventually, she shifted her focus primarily to music. Her debut album, Yours Truly (2013), topped the Billboard 200 chart and included the hit single The Way. The album sold several hundred thousand copies and established her as a rising pop star. She has since released multiple successful albums, all of which have received both critical acclaim and commercial success.
