Ariana Grande faced a scary moment as a fan rushed her on a red carpet. Cynthia Erivo came to her aid, highlighting security concerns. The emotional impact of a past attack further complicates Grande's experience.
Crazed fan charged at Grande
Security failed to stop the fan
Cynthia Erivo intervened quickly
Grande appeared shaken after incident
Previous attack still affects Grande
Wicked film set for Thanksgiving release
Anticipated strong box office performance
On November 13, 2025, during the Singapore premiere of Wicked: For Good at Universal Studios Singapore, Ariana Grande Singapore faced a serious premiere security breach. Grande Singapore was grabbed by a fan, Johnson Wen, 26, who jumped over barricades and rushed the red carpet. The incident at the Grande Singapore premiere highlights premiere security challenges and has attracted widespread attention as a notable security breach news event.[11][12][13]
Immediate Protective Response and Aftermath
Co-star Cynthia Erivo quickly intervened, physically shielding Grande until security escorted Wen away.
Fellow cast member Michelle Yeoh comforted Grande following the event.
Grande appeared visibly shaken but maintained composure and later expressed gratitude toward the Singapore audience on social media.[13][14][11]
Johnson Wen, an Australian national with a history of similar disruptions at concerts and sports events globally, was charged in Singapore court with public nuisance.
Wen faces potential fines or imprisonment pending legal proceedings.
Previous incidents involving Wen include intrusions at Katy Perry’s Sydney concert and the 2024 Paris Olympics track event, marking him as a serial event intruder.[12][15][11]
Security Challenges and Expert Commentary
The breach highlights difficulties in controlling crowd behavior, especially under complex event conditions.
Experts pointed to possible shortcomings in manpower allocation and crowd monitoring.
Singapore’s usually orderly crowds may have lowered anticipation for such an intrusion, contributing to a slower security response.[11][12]
Recommendations for Enhancing Security at Celebrity Events
Security specialists recommend the following measures to minimize risks:
Increase layered crowd barriers and stricter entry controls.
Allocate more trained security personnel strategically along red carpet routes.
Conduct scenario-based rapid response training.
Implement proactive crowd monitoring and threat identification protocols.
Coordinate closely with event organizers, law enforcement, and celebrity representatives to adapt plans as needed.
Contextual Background on Ariana Grande and Film Promotion
Grande has spoken publicly about anxiety and PTSD stemming from the 2017 Manchester bombing at one of her concerts.
Wicked: For Good, directed by Jon M. Chu, has received critical acclaim and award nominations.
The Singapore premiere security was the only Asian stop in a global promotional tour.[13][11]
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