Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo made a glamorous red carpet return at the New York City premiere of Wicked: For Good on Monday.
Grande, 32, and Erivo, 38 — who star as Glinda and Elphaba — wowed in striking monochrome looks at the event, just a few days after Grande was ambushed by a fan at the Singapore premiere of the movie.
The singer and actress stunned in a dramatic bustier ballgown by Schiaparelli, featuring a stark black bodice and a voluminous skirt of pale tulle.
Grande — whose crazed fan was sentenced to nine days in jail on Monday — accessorized with a black hair bow and wore delicate makeup.
The two co-stars, whose recent red carpet exchange was branded ‘annoying’ by fans, put on a united front as they held hands while posing together.
Grande’s boyfriend Ethan Slater, 33, who plays Boq in the film, was also present, but the two did not appear to pose together on the red carpet outside of group shots, amid recent rumors of a split.
Ariana Grande, 32, and Cynthia Erivo, 38, made a glamorous red carpet return at the New York City premiere of Wicked: For Good on Monday
The singer and actress stunned in a dramatic bustier Schiaparelli ballgown, featuring a stark black bodice and a voluminous skirt of pale tulle
Erivo looked fierce in an all-black Balenciaga gown with feather details and built-in gloves. At one point she also donned a pair of theatrical oversized black sunglasses, before taking them off for photos.
Grande also shared the ‘overwhelming gratitude’ they feel after wrapping up their Wicked journey.
She told E! News: ‘It’s been such an incredible ride and an incredible experience to create with people we love so much and respect so much creatively, but also who just have such great hearts.’
She added that she’s excited for fans to ‘finally be able to get the full story.’
‘It’s almost five years that we’ve spent with them,’ she shared, adding, ‘so, for them to finally be getting the full picture and to know the secrets we’ve known all along is very exciting.’
Erivo did not speak during the interview as she is currently on vocal rest.
Grande also gushed about their Grammys 2026 nomination for their Wicked soundtrack collaboration ‘Defying Gravity.’
‘It’s so incredible. It’s such an honor to have it be recognized, especially even a year after the first film, and we’re just so honored to have that moment together to be acknowledged.’
Grande and Erivo also posed with Scarlett Spears, who plays Young Glinda, Karis Musongole, who stars as young Elphaba, and Cesily Collette Taylor, who plays young Nessarose.
Grande’s boyfriend Slater sported an all grey suit for the event. The two were seen smiling in a few group shots.
The pair rocked striking monochrome looks at the event, just a few days after Grande was ambushed by a fan at the Singapore premiere of the movie
The co-stars held hands as they posed together on the red carpet
Grande — whose crazed fan was sentenced to nine days in jail on Monday — accessorized with a black hair bow and delicate makeup
She sparkled up her look with diamond drop earrings
The beauty showed off her majestic gown
Erivo looked fierce in an all-black Balenciaga gown with feather details and built-in gloves
At one point she also donned a pair of theatrical oversized black sunglasses, before taking them off for photos
The dynamic duo cozied up at the event
Grande’s boyfriend Ethan Slater, 33, who plays Boq, was also present, but the two did not appear to pose together on the red carpet outside of group shots, amid recent rumors of a split
However they did pose for some group shots together
They were both seen smiling
Grande and Erivo also posed with Scarlett Spears, who plays Young Glinda, Karis Musongole, who stars as young Elphaba, and Cesily Collette Taylor, who plays young Nessarose
Scarlett looked adorable in a pink dress
She sweetly gazed at her famous co-star
The young star wore a fun pink faux fur to the premiere
Erivo proudly posed with her adorable younger co-stars
Michelle Yeoh, 63, turned heads in a dramatic tulle yellow ballgown
The high-drama look consisted of a very full skirt with multiple layers of tulle giving it significant volume and creating an ethereal effect
The Malaysian actress showed off the unique look from different angles
The Vampire Diaries star Nina Dobrev, 36, opted for a plunging black sequin gown highlighting her cleavage
The Beast in Me star Claire Danes, 46, wowed in a chic one-shoulder black dress
Succession star Justine Lupe, 36, cut a chic figure in a pink dress and a black coat
Marissa Bode, 25, who stars as Nessarose, looked incredible in a dark green gown
She wore a chic green choker with a red flower around her neck
She posed against the floral background
Jonathan Bailey, 37, who plays Prince Fiyero, sported an all-black look
The actor is the first openly gay star to be named People’s Sexiest Man Alive
British singer Natasha Bedingfield, 43, had all eyes on her in a sheer black metallic dress
Constance Wu, 43, opted for a pop of color in a striking red gown
She accessorized with silver jewelry
Nepo babies Ariana Biermann, 24, and Gia Giudice, 24, joined forced as they posed together on the red carpet
Grande spoke with E after it was announced that both she and Erivo would skip interviews on the red carpet, after the Elphaba actress lost her voice, Universal stated.
‘Unfortunately, Cynthia is not feeling well and has lost her voice, therefore she and Ariana will not be doing interviews this evening,’ read a statement from the studio.
It comes after Grande and Erivo were teased by fans after creating another viral moment during their ongoing Wicked press tour.
During their premiere in Paris on Friday, the duo were asked to describe each other’s ‘auras’ by an Elle magazine journalist.
Grande said Erivo’s was ‘yellow,’ like ‘sunshine.’ She added, ‘I think there’s also purple.’
Erivo then said about Grande: ‘I see, like a ciel blue, you know? Like aqua. And like, sunset-orange.’
Meanwhile, their co-star Michelle Yeoh, 63, turned heads in a dramatic tulle yellow ballgown at Monday’s premiere.
The high-drama look consisted of a very full skirt with multiple layers of tulle giving it significant volume and creating an ethereal effect.
The Beast in Me star Claire Danes, 46, was also in attendance, and wowed in a chic one-shoulder black dress.
The Vampire Diaries star Nina Dobrev, 36, opted for a plunging black sequin gown highlighting her cleavage.
British singer Natasha Bedingfield, 43, had all eyes on her in a sheer black metallic dress.
Sporty Spice Mel C, 51, was the epitome of chic in the bibbed white shirt which she teamed with a black dickie bow, worn undone, and palazzo pants
She was joined by boyfriend Chris Dingwall. She went public with the Aussie model last year after months of speculation
Chris opted for a more traditional black suit which was perfectly tailored and worn over a crisp white shirt
Beanie Feldstein, 32, and partner Bonnie-Chance Roberts showed off their unique styles
Patricia Clarkson, 65, looked as glamorous as ever in a black dress featuring voluminous puffed sleeves
Megan Hilty, 44, wore a stylish purple dress with shimmering details, while Bronwyn James, 31, opted for a plum gown
Colman Domingo, 55, looked cool as ever as he channeled his character, the Cowardly Lion, on the red carpet
Colman Domingo, 55, looked cool as ever as he channeled his character, the Cowardly Lion, on the red carpet.
Marissa Bode, 25, who stars as Nessarose, looked incredible in a dark green gown. She wore a chic green choker with a red flower around her neck.
Constance Wu, 43, opted for a pop of color in a striking red gown.
Jonathan Bailey, 37, who plays Prince Fiyero, sported an all-black look. The actor is the first openly gay star to be named People’s Sexiest Man Alive.
Jeff Goldblum, 73, who stars as The Wizard, was joined by wife Emilie Livingston, 42.
Sporty Spice Mel C, 51, was the epitome of chic in the bibbed white shirt which she teamed with a black dickie bow, worn undone, and palazzo pants.
She was joined by boyfriend Chris Dingwall. She went public with the Aussie model last year after months of speculation.
Chris opted for a more traditional black suit which was perfectly tailored and worn over a crisp white shirt.
Saturday Night Live star Bowen Yang, 35, who plays Pfannee, rocked a black blazer with an embroidered collar
Jeff Goldblum, 73, who stars as The Wizard, was joined by wife Emilie Livingston, 42
Oprah’s BFF Gayle King, 70, was joined by TV host Nate Burleson, 44
King was cozy in a green crochet dress
Star Wars and Indiana Jones creator George Lucas, 81, was joined by wife Mellody Hobson, 56
Controversial YouTuber Trisha Paytas, 37, donned a bedazzled lavender gown for the occasion
Jimmy Fallon, 51, went with a classic dark suit
Megan Hilty, 44, wore a stylish purple dress with shimmering details, while Bronwyn James, 31, opted for a plum gown.
Patricia Clarkson, 65, looked as glamorous as ever in a black dress featuring voluminous puffed sleeves.
Oprah’s BFF Gayle King, 70, was joined by TV host Nate Burleson, 44.
Succession star Justine Lupe, 36, cut a chic figure in a pink dress and a black coat.
Beanie Feldstein, 32, and partner Bonnie-Chance Roberts showed off their unique styles on the red carpet.
Saturday Night Live star Bowen Yang, 35, who plays Pfannee, rocked a black blazer with an embroidered collar.
Jimmy Fallon, 51, went with a classic dark suit.
Controversial YouTuber Trisha Paytas, 37, donned a bedazzled lavender gown for the occasion.
Star Wars and Indiana Jones creator George Lucas, 81, was joined by wife Mellody Hobson, 56.
Ahead of its release on November 21, the film’s final trailer showed the consequences of the first instalment as Elphaba lives in exile.
Wicked: For Good is set to hit cinemas on November 21; Erivo and Grande seen in a still
There, she is continuing her fight for freedom while the silenced animals of Oz are desperate to expose the truth of The Wizard, who is played by Jeff Goldblum.
In a defiant message, the witch can be seen spelling out in the clouds floating above Oz: ‘Our Wizard lies.’
Meanwhile, Glinda has become the symbol of goodness in Oz, living in a breathtaking palace in the Emerald City, and is also preparing to marry Bailey’s character Prince Fiyero.
Wicked: For Good is directed by award-winning Jon M Chu, who was also behind the 2024 film.
The first movie was a box office success and raked in around $747.2 million on a budget of $150 million.
Wicked also received critical praise and was nominated for 10 Academy Awards and won two in March this year during the glitzy ceremony.
Wicked: For Good is scheduled to be released in theaters on Friday, November 21.
