Frankie Grande is stepping in with reassurance and positivity after his sister, Ariana Grande, tested positive for COVID-19 during her whirlwind press tour for the upcoming film adaptation of the hit musical “Wicked: For Good”. In a new interview with E! News, Frankie shared that Ariana is “doing well,” offering both emotional support and admiration for her work amid an unexpectedly challenging moment.
Frankie Shares Ariana’s COVID Update
Frankie Grande told E! News that Ariana is recovering smoothly after contracting COVID-19 while promoting “Wicked: For Good”. He said, “She’s doing well,” noting that, like many people at this stage of the pandemic, “we’ve all had COVID at this point.” Frankie emphasized that he immediately sent his sister “all the love and healing vibes in the world,” stressing his confidence that she will be completely fine.
His comments offered fans a calm, grounded update, one that acknowledged both concern and reassurance. With Ariana’s visibility and busy career, her health quickly became a subject of public conversation, making Frankie’s clarity and warmth especially welcome.
Ariana’s Workload & Pressure
Frankie also pointed out how demanding Ariana’s schedule has been leading up to her diagnosis. “She’s working so much,” he said, referring to her packed lineup of appearances, interviews, and promotional duties surrounding “Wicked: For Good”.
The pressure of a major press tour can be intense under normal circumstances, but juggling that workload while sick adds another layer of stress. Still, Frankie expressed unwavering confidence in Ariana’s ability to handle it all. His comments highlight a universal truth for performers: even during high-stakes career moments, health isn’t always predictable—but resilience and support can make all the difference.
Frankie Praises Her Performance in ‘Wicked: For Good’
Beyond the health update, Frankie Grande couldn’t help but gush about Ariana’s work in “Wicked: For Good”. He revealed he has already seen the film four times, calling it “spectacular” and noting that “it gets better every single time.” He praised Ariana’s acting as “masterful” and encouraged audiences to see the film when it releases.
These remarks not only boost excitement for the movie but also reinforce Ariana’s artistic growth. Frankie’s admiration positions her performance as a major career moment—one he believes fans will be talking about long after her COVID recovery is behind her.
CNN reports that the film “Wicked: For Good” opened domestically with an estimated $150 million in its first weekend, setting a new record for the largest opening ever for a Broadway-musical adaptation. Globally, it reached approximately $226 million, combining the U.S./Canada total and international earnings. Its audience reaction has been exceptionally positive, with an “A” grade from CinemaScore and high marks from viewers, even though critical response remains mixed. The film also had strong preview performances, helped pull a sluggish box-office season back to life, and was supported by a heavy release in thousands of theaters and significant IMAX numbers.
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Frankie Grande is a non-talent idiot who has been hanging onto his sister coattails since the beginning. He needs to disappear.