Security Ejects Man Accused of Grabbing Ariana Grande from Lady Gaga Concert

An Australian man, Johnson Wen, has been ejected from a Lady Gaga concert in Brisbane due to his troubled past with public disturbances. This incident occurred on Tuesday night at the Suncorp Stadium.

Background on Johnson Wen

The 26-year-old Wen is notorious for his disruptive behavior at concerts. Last month, he was sentenced to nine days in jail in Singapore. This was a result of an incident where he grabbed pop star Ariana Grande at the Asian premiere of “Wicked: For Good.” Following this event, Wen was deported from Singapore and banned from re-entering the country.

Recent Incident at Lady Gaga’s Concert

Before the Lady Gaga performance began, Wen shared on Instagram that he was “kicked out” from the venue. Although he did not cause any disturbances during the concert, his history led security to act swiftly. Videos circulated on social media showed him being escorted out of Suncorp Stadium by security, while the crowd reacted with cheers and boos.

Security Measures and Venue Response

• The venue was forewarned about Wen’s potential attendance.
• Management identified him as a “known serial offender” and barred him from entry.
• They emphasized that their decision was made for the safety of the artist and the audience.

Lady Gaga is currently in the midst of her Mayhem World Tour, and the concert aimed to provide a safe environment for all attendees. The Suncorp Stadium emphasized that they prioritize both artist and audience safety during events.

Public Reaction and Possible Legal Implications

The incident involving Ariana Grande in Singapore sparked significant outrage. Many fans criticized Wen for exacerbating Grande’s traumas, particularly in light of her past experiences following a tragic bombing at her 2017 concert in Manchester, where 22 people were killed.

Judge Christopher Goh, who previously handled Wen’s case, remarked on his attention-seeking behavior. This has led to questions about Wen’s future actions and further implications for his public behavior.

As concerts return to normalcy, event organizers are increasingly vigilant in ensuring the safety and comfort of both performers and fans.