Ariana Grande Accoster Faces Nuisance Charge in Singapore
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Ariana grande Briefly grabbed by Fan at ‘Wicked’ Singapore Premiere
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An Australian man has been charged with a public nuisance after rushing the stage and grabbing Ariana Grande at the singapore premiere of “Wicked: For Good.”
What Happened?
During the Singapore premiere of “wicked: For Good” on Thursday, November 14, 2024, an Australian man breached security and approached ariana Grande, grabbing her around the neck and shoulders.
Videos of the incident show the man jumping over a barricade, running towards Grande while she greeted fans, and briefly holding her before being intercepted by security and co-star Cynthia Erivo. Erivo,along with Jeff Goldblum and Michelle Yeoh,were walking with Grande at the time. The man appeared to smile for cameras while being escorted away.
Ariana Grande at the Singapore premiere of “Wicked: For Good” on November 14, 2024. (Getty Images)
Legal Consequences
The man, whose name has not been publicly released, has been charged with being a public nuisance, according to the BBC. Details of the potential penalties are currently unavailable.
As of November 16, 2024, Ariana Grande has not publicly commented on the incident.
About ‘Wicked: For Good’
“Wicked: For Good” is a two-part big-screen adaptation of the popular Broadway musical “Wicked.” the first part premiered in Singapore on November 14,2024.
The New York City premiere is scheduled for Monday, November 18, 2024. The second part of the film will open wide in U.S. theaters on November 21, 2024.
| Event | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Premiere of “Wicked: For Good” | November 14, 2024 | Singapore |
| New York City Premiere of “Wicked: For Good” | November 18, 2024 | New York City |
| U.S. Wide Release of “Wicked: For Good” (Part 2) | November 21, 2024 | United States |