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Ariana Grande Tests Positive for COVID as ‘Wicked: For Good’ Press Tour Ends

The diagnosis triggers late promotional cancellations ahead of a Nov. 21 release that industry estimates still peg for a strong North American debut.

Overview

  • Ariana Grande said on Instagram she tested positive for COVID-19 and has begun isolation.
  • She shared a photo from The Tonight Show with the caption “moments before Covid,” indicating she was already contagious during that appearance.
  • Her illness prompted the cancellation of a prerecorded segment for The Kelly Clarkson Show and several final Q&A sessions, with Cynthia Erivo set to appear solo on the talk show.
  • Erivo was recently unwell and lost her voice at the New York premiere, and both leads previously had COVID during filming of the first ‘Wicked’ movie.
  • Despite late disruptions to the campaign, recent projections still forecast a $150–$180 million North American opening as the film reaches theaters on Nov. 21.