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In recent years, there has been a lot of discussion about Ariana Grande’s appearance.
Perhaps too much discussion — especially when it’s negative and unhelpful.
Now, however, fans are raving about Ariana’s “new” look.
But her revamped image is actually a throwback to a classic look of hers.
Singer Ariana Grande attends the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on September 07, 2025. (Photo Credit: Noam Galai/Getty Images for MTV)Welcome back, Ariana Grande!
On Wednesday, October 29, Ariana Grande took to her Instagram page to share a photo.
The photo is a mirror selfie, which you can see below.
“It’s good to see me, isn’t it?” she asked in the caption on Wednesday morning.
Alongside those words, she shared a bubbles emoji.
Most significantly for fans, however, was the photo itself — featuring a brunette Ariana.
Ariana Grande shares new selfie with brunette hair:
“it’s good to see me, isn’t it?”
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— Pop Base (@popbase.tv) October 29, 2025 at 8:14 AM
In the photo, Ariana looks beautiful.
She’s wearing her hair down — a rare sight. She has spent the past decade wearing her hair up at almost all times.
And, in recent years, Ariana has worn her hair blonde or dirty blonde for most appearances.
Much of this has been to play Glinda in Wicked, just as she wore her hair red velvet to play Cat Valentine on Victorious back in 2010.
To say that fans are feeling overjoyed at Ariana’s “new” look is an understatement. They are celebrating across social media.
Singer Ariana Grande performs onstage during the 2013 American Music Awards at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on November 24, 2013. (Photo Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)Longtime fans (and younger ones who appreciate the ‘classics’) are shouting from the rooftops
Ariana Grande fans across multiple social media platforms are jumping for joy.
“She’s back,” declared one fan.
“I used to pray for times like this,” posted another user.
“Welcome back 2013 Ariana,” tweeted another fan.
“It’s like nothing has changed,” marveled another, showing the 2025 selfie and another from 2013.
— Mima (@prettynpettyish) October 29, 2025
Obviously, Ariana does not look exactly the same as she did 12 years ago.
(Yes, we are heartbroken to report that 2013 was indeed 12 years ago and not just 7 years ago, even though the latter feels more reasonable)
Her noticeable weight loss from recent years is visible in the sides of her face.
She has also matured; she is now a grown woman in her 30s and not an early-20s Nickelodeon star. It would be unusual if she truly looked identical.
Nostalgia certainly plays a role in fans appreciating her brunette makeover. However, her hair does look good.
Singer Ariana Grande attends the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025.(Photo Credit: Monica Schipper/Getty Images)She’s back to brunette! What’s next?
People hoping that Ariana Grande will undergo radical transformations in other areas may be disappointed.
The phenomenal singer and actress has responded to fans and body-shamers who want her to conform to certain expectations.
The reality is that there has been too much speculation about her body. Even discussions stemming from genuine concern regarding what appears to be extreme weight loss from an already petite person do not breathe well in her comments or mentions.
Ariana appreciates her fans but should not be expected to let them dictate her life. Even if they only want positive things for her.
We’re all enjoying Ariana’s brunette refresh; it’s a gorgeous look.
