Ariana Grande’s Haunting New ‘Wicked’ Look Reveals Shocking Detail That Has Fans Stunned
So, the trailer for Wicked: For Good just dropped, and while fans were gearing up to see Ariana Grande swirl her way back as Glinda, the internet pivoted — right to her seemingly skeletal look. Is it just dramatic lighting or did Glinda’s glow somehow get lost en route to the Emerald City? Folks online can’t stop dissecting her noticeably slimmer frame—some worried, some bewildered—as debates about her health reignite like a Broadway drama. Meanwhile, alongside Ariana, Cynthia Erivo returns as Elphaba, promising that the musical’s magic is alive and well. But here’s a question that’s hard to shake: when Hollywood glitz meets real-life health concerns, where should we draw the line between performance and privacy? Dive into the chitchat, the fan reactions, and the drama behind the curtain. LEARN MORE
With the release of the trailer for the sequel to Wicked, Wicked: For Good, the state of Ariana Grande’s health is once again sparking internet debate.
The 31-year-old actor and singer returns to the screen as Glinda in the second part of Wicked, the musical released last year. Wicked For Good also sees the return of Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, as well as Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, and Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard of Oz.
- New trailer drops for ‘Wicked: For Good,’ the second part of last year’s hit musical ‘Wicked’
- Netizens were quick to point out Ariana Grande’s seemingly skinnier frame and face
- People have been concerned about her health for several years now
In recent years, fans of Grande have been vocal about the star’s appearance and seeming weight loss. With the release of the new film, netizens have spotted details that are raising concerns once again.
Ariana Grande’s skinny look in the trailer sparked worries for her well-being
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One person said: “God the way she looks so SICKLY and pale now. It’s so scary. And then in the second photo she looks so healthy, radiant and beautiful. ):”
“I feel bad for commenting on her weight but it’s so freaky how much weight she lost over the past few years. Her face is so bony and her frame is insanely tiny now. I miss her old look in 2019,” another said.
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“That change happened over 2 years and I genuinely can’t fathom that they are the same person,” still another said.
“Her hair and tan was super excessive but she looked confident and glamorous. Now she looks like an emancipated make a wish kid who’s on her way to Disney.”
“Her entirely visible ribcage.”
“Ariana looks sick in the new pictures from WICKED: FOR GOOD.”
The singer responded to online criticism about her weight
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Image credits: Universal Pictures / YouTube
During the press tour for Wicked last year, Ariana replied to a question from a reporter about online comments about her weight. At the time, she emphasized that making such comments on one’s appearance was “dangerous,” before adding: “I’m really lucky to have the support system that I have to know and trust that I’m beautiful.”
The Nickelodeon alumnus went on to highlight that she no longer engaged in negative commentary, stating: “No one has the right to say sh*t.”
Some people criticized the lighting and set directors for making the actors look bad
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But the criticism didn’t stop there. Netizens also commented on the look of the new film, saying it appears washed out and ‘sad.’
“The movie’s lighting is too cold. For a universe like that it’s kinda disappointing and sad,” one person said.
“If this Film can improve the Lighting and Color Grading as well as fix the Problems with the Original Second Half of the Stage Musical which was a bit messy, then BOOM, instant 10/10,” said another.
Still other netizens said the only reason the movie was successful was because of Grande. “I honestly don’t think it would be half as successful without Ariana in it, not because she’s amazing but because of the star power.”
Netizens predict another round of strange press after last year’s Wicked press tour
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Image credits: Universal Pictures / YouTube
Grande and Eviro stirred up controversy last year during their press tour for Wicked. Many people said they were acting strangely, answering questions for each other, holding hands, and appearing fragile and too ‘woke.’ One netizen had a prediction for the next round of media: “Greatttt another press tour with the co-dependency squad.”
At another time during their press tour last year to promote Wicked, Eviro made headlines for an answer she gave during a red carpet interview.
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