Ariana Grande Contracts COVID-19 During ‘Wicked: For Good’ Press Tour
Ariana Grande has tested positive for COVID-19 while participating in the global press tour for the highly anticipated sequel, “Wicked: For Good.” This announcement comes amid a flurry of promotional activities surrounding the film, which is being produced by Universal Pictures.
Ariana Grande’s COVID-19 Diagnosis During Press Tour
On Instagram, Grande shared a moment from her recent appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” captioned “moments before Covid.” This reveals the unfortunate timing of her diagnosis just as the promotional events began.
Alongside her, co-star Cynthia Erivo also experienced health issues, prompting both actresses to forgo red carpet interviews at the premiere in New York City. Erivo will now appear solo on “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” replacing Grande, who will miss several promotional events due to her condition.
Press Tour Details
The global press tour for “Wicked: For Good” commenced on November 4 in São Paulo, Brazil. The tour schedule includes:
- November 4: São Paulo, Brazil
- November 7: Paris, France
- November 10: London, UK
- November 13: Singapore
- November 14: New York City, USA
During the Singapore premiere, Grande was involved in a security incident where a fan, Johnson Wen, rushed onto the red carpet. Erivo swiftly intervened, and Wen later received a nine-day jail sentence for his actions.
Box Office Expectations for “Wicked: For Good”
“Wicked: For Good” is anticipated to achieve remarkable financial success. It is projected to exceed $200 million in global box office sales, with approximately $150 million expected from the U.S. and Canada alone. The film is set to potentially break opening records for movies adapted from Broadway musicals.
The encouraging forecasts and recent developments reflect the significant excitement surrounding “Wicked: For Good” as it gears up for its release. Fans and industry analysts alike are eager to see how the film performs in its opening week.
