Ariana Grande & Bowen Yang Revisit Moon Landing Conspiracy
Ariana Grande & The Moon Landing: A Recurring Debate
What: Ariana Grande has repeatedly expressed skepticism about the 1969 moon landing during promotional interviews for Wicked: For Good. She initially faced questioning during a Vanity Fair lie detector test and again with co-star Bowen Yang.
Where: Interviews during the Wicked: For Good press tour.
When: Most recently during interviews in late 2023/early 2024, building on a viral moment from the previous promotional cycle.
Why it Matters: The exchange is lighthearted but taps into a long-running conspiracy theory. It generates viral moments and publicity for Grande and the film.It also highlights a playful dynamic between Grande and her co-stars.
What’s Next: Likely continued playful questioning during the Wicked promotional tour. The topic has proven to be a reliable source of viral content.
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This is a classic example of a celebrity playfully engaging with a conspiracy theory for entertainment value. Grande isn’t necessarily endorsing the idea that the moon landing was faked,but her willingness to question it – and her colorful reactions – are what make the clips so shareable. The repeated questioning by Yang suggests the team recognizes the viral potential of the bit.
Here’s a breakdown of Grande’s responses:
| Question | Grande’s Initial Response (Vanity Fair) | Grande’s Recent Response (with Bowen Yang) |
|---|---|---|
| Validity of the 1969 Moon Landing | Expressed skepticism, stating it “doesn’t sit well” with her. | Initially wanted to “move past it,” then stated she doesn’t care about the debate. |
| Did Gayle King & Katy Perry go to the moon? | N/A | no, they only orbited Earth or went briefly up and down. (Correct, as the Blue Origin flight did not reach the moon.) |
| Would she sing in space? | N/A | no, and she wouldn’t take the trip. Prefers to observe from earth. |
| Is there a flag planted on the moon? | N/A | “I hear both arguments… I don’t give a rat’s ass!” |