Ariana Grande is back in the spotlight, and guess what? Mainstream media can’t resist diving into her past relationships like life rafts in a storm. From CNN to TMZ, the buzz about her “Eternal Sunshine” era includes obligatory mention of her ex, Jai Brooks, who she dated as a teenager. But let’s be real—this isn’t just nostalgia; it’s a calculated move by media outlets to drum up drama where there is none. They exploit the flimsy remnants of her past romances for clicks and ratings, while we’re supposed to pretend this is newsworthy.

Meanwhile, where’s the real substance? Why aren’t these outlets digging into the artistry of Grande’s latest work? All they see are her exes, focusing more on tear-soaked anecdotes than her actual musical evolution. They want readers to engage in the soap opera of her love life while glossing over what she brings to the table as an artist.

Let’s not kid ourselves—ABC, NBC, and the like thrive off this celebrity gossip frenzy because it keeps viewers distracted. It’s the age-old tactic of inflating personal lives while diminishing professional achievements. Grande’s evolution as an artist deserves more than a footnote next to her dating history, yet corporate media seem intent on keeping us all in the shallow end.