Overview
- Universal said Erivo had lost her voice, so she and Ariana Grande skipped press interviews at the final premiere.
- The co-stars walked the carpet hand in hand, with Grande citing overwhelming gratitude after nearly five years on the films.
- Erivo appeared despite illness in a striking Balenciaga look, while Grande opted for a contrasting couture dress.
- Colman Domingo attended the event, following last month’s reveal that he voices the Cowardly Lion.
- Coverage also noted a promotion run marked by disruptions, including Grande missing Brazil due to flight issues and a security breach in Singapore, as awards chatter tentatively builds around “Defying Gravity.”