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Ariana Grande's Signature Pose: 33 Times She Was Photographed From The Left Side
Enough about Ariana Grande's signature hairstyle. Everybody knows she always rocks that half-up, half-down pony. But did you know she has a signature pose, too? Let's just say if she had an anthem for having her photo taken, it'd be "Irreplaceable" by Beyoncé. That's because she directs the cameras to always go to the left, to the left. Lately there have been some rumors of Grande's diva-like behavior. I guess there's a reason they call her Mini Mariah.
First, an Australian publication talked about how she provided very specific instructions for her shoot. This included she could only be photographed from the left side. Then she allegedly stormed off the set. While this may sound surprising, reportedly she acted the same way on E!'s red carpet. Giuliana Rancic told E! News that Ariana Grande had the same demands when she interviewed her. Hmm, Rancic does know quite a bit about celebrities and seems like a valid source.
Still, let's give Grande the benefit of the doubt. After all, she's done some really nice things lately, like messaging super supportive advice to her fans. So instead of believing the rumors automatically, let's allow the photos to speak for themselves. Here are 33 (of the many) times she was photographed on her left side.
Singing on Stage
Do you think she said, “Excuse me, Today Show. I’ll only perform if you solely show my left side?” Seems like it.
Her Cosmo Covers
Remember when Ari was on the cover of Cosmo’s Feb. 2014 issue? Unsurprisingly, the photo featured her left side. She even joked on her Insta post, “I hope you enjoyed my wide variety of poses. jk.” Yeah, she clearly was jk-ing.
Image: Ariana Grande/Instagram
Mid-Performance Pose
Come on. This has to be intentional.
Posing With Her Awards
I imagine the convo went like this: “Look at my moon man! Look at the left side of my face!”
VMAs Red Carpet
This leather ensemble may have been a new look. But the pose? Same as always.
Teen Choice Awards
Of course she’s holding that surfboard to her right.
A Different Pose?
Nope, never mind.
Singing Her Heart Out
Again, her singing photos all feature this side. Coincidence?
Posing With Sway
Pre-photo conversation? “Sorry, Sway. We’ve got to switch sides.”
Disney
Oh, you thought she’d make an exception for Mickey Mouse? LOL, no. Not even Disney’s famous cartoon character gets the coveted left side.
Standard Pose
Signature ’60s ensemble? Check. Hand on left hip? Check.
Rihanna
Nope, even Ri-Ri doesn’t get to stand on the left.
Kids Choice Awards
OK, this is getting ridiculous.
Pharrell
“Cool hat, Pharrell. Now move over.”
Presenting Awards
Even at award shows! There are no exceptions to the rule.
Mid-Interview
Do you think this seating arrangement was an accident? Nope, I didn’t either.
Her Tattoo
Getting her tattoo on her left side must have been a conscious choice.
Image: Ariana Grande/Instagram
Red Carpet
Two important questions: Where’d she get that dress? I love it! And is her hand permanently glued to her left hip?
Over The Shoulder
A slight variation, throwing her head over her shoulder. But once again, left side wins.
iHeart Radio
I’m not kidding when I say every photo available from this performance featured her left side. I’m sensing a pattern…
Jingle Ball
Ahh, the subtle head tilt. It almost changes things, but no, not really.
Winter Wonderland
Hey, at least her hair is different here.
Don't Cry, Ari
Why so sad? It’s not like this shows the right side of your face.
Radio Show
Once again, left side.
Billboard Awards
The usual.
Birthday Cake
This one is a double whammy. Left side of the face in real life and on the cake!
Music Awards
The headband is a nice touch.
MTV Movie Awards
Wow, switching things up with both hands on the hips. But don’t be fooled, it’s still the same face pose.
Former BFFs
Is this why their friendship ended? To be honest, if I was Jennette McCurdy, I’d get pretty fed up of always being designated to the right too.
Posing With A Pup
Even a cute dog doesn’t distract her from insisting she poses on the left.
Throwback
Throwback in both senses of the word — an old photo and throwing her head back over her shoulder.
Nickelodeon Days
Even back in the day, this was her signature pose. This outdates the half-up, half-down style.
