Fan Confronts Ariana Grande on ‘Wicked’ Red Carpet; Cynthia Erivo Shields
Cynthia Erivo came to the defense of her co-star Ariana Grande at the film premiere of “Wicked: For Good” in Singapore. The event took place on a Thursday night, where Grande was walking the yellow brick carpet alongside fellow cast members and director Jon M. Chu. This included Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum.
Incident at the Premiere
During the red carpet event, a fan named Johnson Wen jumped over a barricade, approaching Grande. Reports indicate that he put his arm around her and began jumping up and down. Quick to act, Erivo intervened and pushed the fan away. The moment was captured in videos circulating online.
As security personnel removed Wen from the area, both Erivo and Yeoh were seen consoling Grande. Bystanders shouted questions to the pop star, inquiring if she was okay.
About Johnson Wen
- Fan’s name: Johnson Wen
- Social Media: Known on Instagram as “Pyjama Man”
- Background: Identifies as a “troll”
- Previous incidents: Has disrupted concerts, including events for Katy Perry and The Weeknd
- Upcoming events: Plans to attend the Paris Olympics in summer 2024
Response from Grande
Wen later posted a video of the incident on social media, thanking Grande for the experience. His caption read, “Dear Ariana Grande Thank You for letting me Jump on the Yellow Carpet with You.”
Premiere Tour Details
Before “Wicked: For Good” officially releases in theaters on November 21, the cast has been engaging in promotional events worldwide. They have visited major cities such as São Paulo, Paris, and London, gearing up for the ultimate North American premiere in New York City.
Recently, Grande made headlines when she had to cancel her flight to Brazil due to an aircraft safety issue. Expressing her disappointment on Instagram, she apologized to her Brazilian fans and urged them to support her co-stars while she wished she could have been there.
