Cynthia Erivo Addresses onstage Interruption at ‘Wicked: For Good’ Premiere
Los Angeles, CA - Cynthia Erivo addressed an incident during teh Los angeles premiere of Wicked: For Good on Wednesday night, where a man rushed the stage during the film’s closing number.The individual, identified online as “Pyjamamann,” was quickly apprehended by security. Erivo, visibly shaken but composed, spoke to the audience following the disruption, emphasizing the importance of safety and respect for performers.
The incident underscores growing concerns about security at high-profile events and the potential for disruptions during live performances and premieres.wicked: For Good, anticipated to be one of 2025’s biggest box office successes-potentially exceeding $100 million in its opening weekend-has generated notable pre-release buzz, making it a target for attention-seeking individuals. The premiere, a key event in the film’s marketing campaign, was attended by a large crowd and numerous media outlets.
According to reports, “Pyjamamann” has a history of similar stunts, including an incident in June during Katy Perry’s Lifetimes Tour in Sydney, Australia. He reportedly dashed onstage while Perry was performing.
Erivo and co-star Ariana Grande are currently on a global premiere tour promoting the film, based on the hit Broadway musical. The film is slated to open in New York City on Monday, November 17, before its wide release on november 21. Fandango has reported that Wicked: For Good is its biggest PG-seller of all-time and the top-selling advance ticket of 2025 to date.
worldwide has been contacted for comment on the security breach.
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