Cynthia Erivo aborda el incidente de Singapur junto a Ariana Grande y revela cómo aquel momento marcó la promoción de ‘Wicked: For Good’
Cynthia Erivo has spoken for the first time about the tense moment that unfolded at the Singapore premiere of ‘Wicked: For Good‘, where a man broke through security barriers and ran towards Ariana Grande on the yellow carpet. The actress, who plays Elphaba in the highly anticipated sequel, addressed the event during a special Screen Actors Guild screening in Los Angeles, where she appeared alongside several members of the cast and crew.
During the conversation, Erivo reflected on the emotional impact of working on the franchise and on the importance of feeling supported throughout such a demanding process. She spoke about the power of the story and how it has allowed audiences to recognise themselves in the characters, emphasising that this connection is one of the most meaningful achievements of her career.
Seated next to Ariana Grande, Erivo took a moment to acknowledge that both of them have faced difficult situations throughout the film’s promotional journey. Without explicitly revisiting the incident, she made it clear that the events in Singapore still weigh heavily. For her, the experience has been a reminder of the exposure and vulnerability that accompany large-scale projects, but also of the bond she has built with her co-star.
The man behind the disturbance, identified as Johnson Wen, was arrested and now faces a prison sentence for causing a public nuisance. The episode sparked international concern and led to heightened security measures at subsequent promotional events.
Despite everything, both Erivo and Grande have continued with their professional commitments. Grande declined to give interviews during the recent ‘Wicked 2‘ premiere in New York in solidarity with Erivo, who had lost her voice days earlier. Even so, the pair attended the event and posed together, once again demonstrating the strong partnership they have formed both on and off screen.
