Ariana Grande has reportedly rejected a Damehood, out of respect for the Manchester terror attack victims and their families.
According to The Sun, the 25-year-old was offered the prestigious honour after she organised the One Love Manchester concert last year.
However, a source told the newspaper: “Ariana was flattered but said it was too soon. She explained she was still grieving. So were scores of families.”
“She feared some affected might see it as insensitive. The committee wrote to her but she politely said no.”
Another source added: “She was deeply moved and honoured. She didn’t decline it as such but explained it was not the right time to accept.”
On May 22, 2017 – a suicide bomber detonated a bomb after Ariana’s gig in the Manchester Arena, killing 22 people and injuring hundreds.
Just two weeks later, the singer returned to the city to visit victims, and raised money for them by organising the One Love Manchester concert – which saw major stars like Katy Perry, Little Mix, Justin Bieber and many more perform for fans at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground.
For her bravery, the Honours Committee wanted to make Ariana a Dame Commander of the British Empire, but she politely declined their offer.
Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie received the same honour back in 2014, for services to UK foreign policy and the campaign to end warzone sexual violence.
