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Jameela Jamil and Charli Howard Call Out Ariana Grande’s Team Over New Music Video - Yahoo
Eating Disorders (Google News) · August 2, 2026
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Actor Jameela Jamil and model Charli Howard have publicly raised concerns about Ariana Grande’s recent music video for the song 'Petal.' They argue that the video’s imagery glamorizes extreme thinness, which could be harmful to young fans and viewers. Howard, who is an advocate for eating disorder recovery, criticized the singer’s management and family for allowing the video to be released. Both advocates expressed that public figures need better support and that the entertainment industry should avoid promoting unrealistic body standards.
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Key takeaways
- Advocates Jameela Jamil and Charli Howard criticized Ariana Grande’s team for releasing imagery they believe promotes an unhealthy body image.
- Charli Howard expressed concern that the music video could negatively impact young girls and women struggling with body standards.
- The critics called for more accountability from management and family members regarding the health and public image of stars.
- Jameela Jamil suggested the video's styling was intentionally used to highlight thinness for public discussion.
- Howard urged for the video to be removed to prevent repeating the harmful body trends seen in the early 2000s.
Jameela Jamil and Charli Howard Call Out Ariana Grande’s Team Over New Music Video Yahoo
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