Ariana Grande admits she’s ‘overwhelmed’ on stage as she kicks off 10-date residency at O2 Arena

ARIANA GRANDE revealed she felt “overwhelmed” with emotion on stage as she thanked her fans for their support. At the opening night of the UK leg of her Eternal Sunshine Tour, the American singer said: “London, I love you so much. Ariana Grande revealed she felt “overwhelmed” with emotion on stage as she thanked her fans for their support Credit: Getty Ariana told London fans how much she loved them as she began her 10-day residency at the O2 Arena Credit: Getty “I feel overwhelmed right now. I’m so grateful to be doing this with you all. “As you know, London is my final stop on this tour. And I just wanted to say I’m going to savour every last second of these last ten shows with you guys. As this is one of my favourite places in the world.” Sign up for the Showbiz newsletter Thank you! There was no hint of any underlying upset as Ariana took to the stage at The O2 London despite her shock decision to take an extended break from the public when her ten-night stint in the capital ends. She seemed excited to be back, having spent so long living and working here during filming for the Wicked movies. Ariana said: “I lived here for a while so it will always have a special place in my heart. “I want to say thank you to my fans for being the most incredible, loving beings and a presence in my life. I’ll always cherish you.” Ariana says London will always have a special place in her heart after her spell living in the city Credit: Getty Her vocals were pitch-perfect throughout her 26-song set and the choreography was flawless Credit: Getty Perhaps Ariana had something else to smile about. Her boyfriend, Ricky Alvarez — who she first dated a decade ago before recently rekindling their romance — was watching at the side of the stage. Most read in Showbiz Ariana’s powerhouse vocals were pitch-perfect throughout her 26-song set, and the choreography was flawless. But this show, her first since 2019’s Sweetener World Tour, felt like a deep exploration of her inner psyche. It was littered with references to her childhood, ballet and old Hollywood-style glamour. Enjoy your stint here, Ari, we’re grateful to have you. Set list ACT I Yes, And?; Positions; Dandelion; The Boy Is Mine ACT II Eternal Sunshine; Just Like Magic; Thank U, Next; 7 Rings ACT III Imperfect For You; Warm; Safety Net; One Last Time; Rain On Me (Lady Gaga cover); Break Free ACT IV Twilight Zone; Past Life; Dangerous Woman; Honeymoon Avenue;Hampstead ACT V Into You; Hate That I Made You Love Me ENCORE Kiss Me; Bad Thing (Bunny Hop); Petal; We Can’t Be Friends (Wait For Your Love); Supernatural Comment now