Michelle Yeoh’s 'Wicked: For Good' premiere appearance sparks concern about health
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Michelle Yeoh’s appearance at the Wicked: For Good Singapore premiere has prompted extensive online debate after the actress arrived with a blonde bob that contrasted sharply with her previous looks.
The hairstyle, a warm blonde blended with medium brown, surprised several of her co-stars, with Ariana Grande reacting with “You’re blond!” before embracing the Oscar winner alongside Cynthia Erivo.
Yeoh attended the event wearing a strapless Iris van Herpen couture dress featuring a metallic bodice and voluminous honeycomb-style skirt.
While the transformation drew admiration for its boldness, a wave of online commentary quickly shifted focus to before-and-after images of the star.
Some social media users argued that the actress appeared “exhausted” or “unrecognizable,” with one viral comment stating, “Guys, there’s no way to find this normal! Look at how Michelle was before that diabolical movie and look at how she is now omg.”
Gente, não tem como achar isso normal! olha como a michelle era antes desse filme diabólico e olha como ela está agora mds https://t.co/nmEWnEunAB pic.twitter.com/2IRPM7swH1
Others extended their concern to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, suggesting they too looked drained by the production.
Amid the criticism, many users defended Yeoh and challenged the fixation on her physique. Another questioned why public discussions so often focus on women’s bodies, while a third remarked that “extreme thinness has unfortunately come back into fashion.”
Yeoh has previously spoken about her lifelong commitment to physical discipline, telling The Washington Post that dance was her “first love,” emphasising how early training instilled body awareness and strength.
As debate continued, fans shared a mixture of concern and critique amid broader conversations about appearance, ageing, beauty standards in the entertainment industry.