Ariana Grande’s Accoster Charged with Nuisance in Singapore
An incident involving Ariana Grande during the Singapore premiere of “Wicked: For Good” has attracted significant attention. An Australian man was arrested after rushing at the singer and grabbing her amidst a crowd of fans.
Ariana Grande’s Accoster Charged with Nuisance in Singapore
On the day of the premiere, the unidentified man, later identified as Johnson Wen, 26, jumped over a barricade. As Grande greeted fans, he charged toward her with flailing arms. Witnesses captured the moment as he forced a hug around her neck and shoulders.
Immediate Response and Arrest
Cynthia Erivo, Grande’s co-star, quickly intervened. She stood between the man and the star, appearing visibly upset. Shortly after, security personnel removed Wen from the scene and placed him under arrest.
Charges and Potential Consequences
- Wen has been charged with being a public nuisance.
- If convicted, he faces a fine exceeding $1,500 USD.
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Wen, who refers to himself as “Pyjama Man” on Instagram, has a history of similar incidents. He has also disrupted public events featuring stars like Katy Perry and the Weeknd.
In a post following the incident, he expressed gratitude to Grande, stating, “Thank You for letting me Jump on the Yellow Carpet with You.” Many social media commenters condemned his actions. They labeled his behavior as reckless and demanding action from Instagram to prevent further harassment.
Public Reaction
- Commenters criticized Wen for his actions during the premiere.
- One user remarked, “You managed to turn what should’ve been a magical premiere into a global showcase of your complete inability to behave.”
As the public expresses outrage, Grande has remained silent about the incident. The excitement around “Wicked: For Good” continues, with the New York City premiere scheduled for the upcoming Monday. The film is set for a wide U.S. release on November 21.
