Fan Leaps Barrier at Ariana Grande on Wicked Premiere Red Carpet
Fan lunges at Ariana Grande at Wicked premiere

Security Breach as Fan Confronts Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande was the target of an alarming security breach during the red carpet event for Wicked: For Good in Singapore. The incident took place on Thursday, 13 November, while the singer and actress was greeting her supporters alongside her co-stars, Cynthia Erivo and Michelle Yeoh.

Chaos on the Red Carpet

An Australian man, identified as Johnson Wen, unexpectedly jumped over the security barricades. He managed to wrap his arms around Ariana Grande before being swiftly apprehended. In a decisive move, her co-star Cynthia Erivo helped to pull the individual away from Grande, with security personnel quickly intervening to take control of the situation.

Wen, who is known as a social media influencer, later compounded the incident by uploading a video of his actions onto his personal profile. The event caused a significant stir online and amongst attendees.

Legal Consequences for the Intruder

The following day, on Friday, 14 November, the 26-year-old man faced legal repercussions for his actions. Johnson Wen was charged with a public nuisance offence in a Singapore court. This charge highlights the serious nature of the breach and the importance of maintaining safety at high-profile public events.

This event serves as a stark reminder of the potential security risks that celebrities face during public appearances, even at tightly controlled events like major film premieres.