A terrifying security breach unfolded on the yellow brick road carpet in Singapore, as Cynthia Erivo stepped in to protect her co-star Ariana Grande from an overzealous fan. The incident occurred on November 13, 2025, during the global promotional tour for the highly anticipated film, Wicked: For Good.
The Shocking Yellow Carpet Altercation
While walking the carpet alongside fellow cast members Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum, Ariana Grande was suddenly and without warning charged at by a man with long black hair. Viral fan footage from the event, which quickly spread across social media platforms like TikTok, shows the individual grabbing the singer and actress without her consent.
Ariana was visibly shaken by the aggressive encounter. In a swift and decisive move, Cynthia Erivo immediately rushed to her defence. Erivo not only pulled the man away from Grande but also physically kept him at a distance until event security arrived on the scene and escorted the individual from the premiere.
Cast Support and Online Outrage
In the immediate aftermath of the scare, the video shows both Cynthia Erivo and Michelle Yeoh comforting a clearly distressed Ariana Grande. The alarming event has sparked significant concern and outrage among fans online.
One social media user reacted, stating, "i genuinely can’t comprehend thinking this scary behaviour is in anyway normal." Another comment highlighted the severity of the situation, noting, "jesus christ it’s even scarier from this angle," while drawing a sobering comparison to past tragedies involving fans.
As of now, neither Ariana Grande nor Cynthia Erivo has made a public statement regarding the incident. The cast is continuing their global press tour, which has already featured events in Brazil, Paris, and London, with a final premiere scheduled for New York City on November 17. The film itself is set for its worldwide cinematic release on November 21, 2025.
