20 Celebs You Probably Didn’t Know Were White

Ariana Grande was born and raised in Boca Raton, Florida, with strong family ties to southern Italy – specifically Sicily and Abruzzo. Her upbringing was filled with Italian culture and traditions. Before becoming a pop star, she started performing in local theater and then gained recognition on the Nickelodeon show ‘Victorious’. She also honed her skills with Broadway training and performances in regional theater.







