Ariana Grande has publicly addressed claims made by actress Cassandra Peterson, known as Elvira, regarding a negative interaction they had several years ago. The incident, although from the past, resurfaced when Elvira recently shared the details in a video, drawing attention online.

Elvira’s Recollection of the Event

In a video posted on October 19, 2024, Cassandra Peterson discussed a past encounter with Ariana Grande. Peterson, 73, recalled that during a horror-themed event, Grande had refused to take a picture with her. Elvira, who was part of the onstage event, said she was able to take photos with Grande’s friends and family, but the pop star herself declined the request.

Peterson’s video, which was shared on YouTube and TikTok, quickly gained attention. In the clip, the Elvira’s Haunted Hills actress mentioned how the moment left her disappointed, especially since she had hoped for a friendly interaction with Grande. Despite the years that have passed, the memory resurfaced, prompting Elvira to address it publicly.

Ariana Grande Responds to the Claims

On October 21, 2024, Ariana Grande, 31, responded to the video by commenting on the post. The Side to Side singer expressed her dismay at hearing Elvira’s recollection, stating that she felt “disheartened” to learn about the incident. Grande explained that she did not remember refusing a photo, noting that she was likely dealing with an anxiety attack at the time.

Grande further elaborated that the event may have taken place around seven years ago, which aligns with a challenging period in her life. The singer shared that she was not used to crowded or loud places back then, which often triggered her anxiety. According to her memory, Grande believes she may have left the event early with her family due to her anxiety.

Apology and Reflection

Ariana Grande, while acknowledging the possibility that she may have misremembered the encounter, sincerely apologized to Cassandra Peterson. The Thank U, Next artist emphasized that it was never her intention to offend Elvira and expressed regret if her behavior had caused any hurt. Grande also took the opportunity to thank Elvira for being kind to her mother at the event, a memory that she said her mother fondly recalled.

Grande ended her comment by referring to Cassandra Peterson as the “queen of Halloween” and expressed admiration for the actress. The pop star’s response was well-received by many of her fans, who appreciated her openness and willingness to address the situation.

Possible Connection to the Manchester Incident

In her comment, Ariana Grande hinted that the event Elvira referred to may have taken place around the same time as the Manchester bombing on May 22, 2017. This tragic event, which occurred during Grande’s Dangerous Woman Tour, resulted in the deaths of 22 people and left more than 500 others injured. Grande postponed her tour dates in the aftermath of the bombing and returned to Manchester 12 days later for the One Love Manchester benefit concert, where she honored the victims.

Given the emotional toll the Manchester bombing took on Grande, it is possible that the anxiety she experienced during the event with Elvira was linked to the trauma surrounding this period of her life. The singer has been open about her struggles with anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following the bombing, which could explain her behavior at the time.

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