Ariana Grande, born in Boca Raton, Florida, began her career in 2008 with a Broadway role in 13: The Musical at age 15. She gained recognition playing Cat Valentine on Nickelodeon series Victorious (2010–2013) and its spinoff Sam & Cat (2013–2014). Signed to Republic Records in 2011, she released her debut album Yours Truly in 2013, which topped the Billboard 200. Her music blends pop with R&B and trap influences, seen in albums like My Everything (2014), Dangerous Woman (2016), Sweetener (2018), Thank U, Next (2019), Positions (2020), and Eternal Sunshine (2024). Achievements include two Grammy Awards, with Sweetener winning Best Pop Vocal Album, and multiple Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 singles such as 'Thank U, Next' and '7 Rings.' She became the first solo artist to occupy the top three Hot 100 spots simultaneously. Grande is known for her four-octave vocal range and dynamic live performances, including headlining her Listening Sessions tour (2013), Sweetener World Tour (2019), and becoming the youngest woman to headline Coachella in 2019.