Support from Loved Ones

Ariana Grande’s recent appearance at the star-studded premiere of the film Wicked was an exemplar of familial support. The night was particularly special as her loved ones, including her mother, Joan Grande, and father, Edward Butera, were present to cheer her on. The entire family shared the spotlight, including her brother, Frankie Grande, and his husband, Hale Leon, who posed with Ariana on the red carpet on November 9th.

A Special Night for Ariana

The Los Angeles premiere marked an extraordinary occasion for Ariana, who plays the role of Glinda in the highly anticipated film adaptation. What adds to the significance of the event is that she is credited in the film under her full name, Ariana Grande-Butera. During a recent interview, Ariana expressed the sentiment behind her name acknowledgment. She revealed that it is, in fact, a reflection of her childhood, explaining, “technically, it’s my little girl name.” This connection to her roots plays a fundamental role in her artistic journey.

A Homecoming Experience

As Ariana shared her experiences related to the role of Glinda, she described the entire process as a homecoming. She noted, “I feel like I came home to myself in a lot of ways through what I learned from Glinda, from [Cynthia Erivo’s character] Elphaba.” Furthermore, she reminisced about her first encounter with the show at the age of ten and how this moment felt like a beautiful way to honor that childhood experience. Ariana’s journey vividly exemplifies the profound connection between family support and personal accomplishment in the world of entertainment.