Wicked cast weight debate intensifies as Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and Michelle Yeoh spark online concern

Fans debate the noticeably thin appearances of Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and Michelle Yeoh

Social media discussions have intensified over the noticeably thin appearances of Wicked: For Good stars Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and Michelle Yeoh during the film’s promotional tour. According to reporting by Shivani Negi, fans began circulating comparison photos online ahead of the movie’s November 21 release, sparking both concern and criticism across platforms.

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— Myy (@amusingmyy) November 19, 2025

We definitely need to talk about the stars of wicked and their eating disorders because kids look up to ponytail too much to ignore what’s happening

— The Neighborhood Publicist (@nhoodpublicist) November 19, 2025

As the cast travels globally to promote the second part of Jon M. Chu’s adaptation of Wicked, audiences have increasingly remarked on the actresses’ slender frames. While Grande and Erivo had already drawn attention prior to the tour, the conversation expanded significantly after Michelle Yeoh appeared at the film’s Singapore premiere on November 15. Some online users described Yeoh’s changed appearance in stark terms, while others pushed back, warning that the commentary risked veering into body shaming. Several people also pointed out that all three actresses have historically had naturally lean physiques, emphasizing the need for caution before assuming health issues.

I feel like in 10 years we’re going to find out there was something insanely sinister going on on the set of Wicked

I haven’t seen a single cast member who looks like the have gotten healthier or happier through the course of filming https://t.co/izjRQVV3WT

— Allie (@allie__voss) November 19, 2025

Viral posts on X added momentum to the conversation, with one user questioning whether “anyone on the Wicked set eats,” while another suggested the actresses appeared as though they had gone months without solid food. Additional users referenced Erivo’s muscular appearance in earlier roles and said the contrast made them uneasy. Some commenters framed their concerns around broader patterns of celebrity weight loss, arguing that raising questions about sudden physical changes should not be dismissed as body shaming. Others stressed the potential impact of discussing weight publicly, urging a more measured response.

Wicked: For Good continues the backstory of Elphaba and Glinda, following the events set up in the first part of the adaptation. Starring Erivo and Grande in the lead roles, the film explores deepening conflicts in the Emerald City while expanding on the original Broadway story. With Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey and Jeff Goldblum among the supporting cast, the movie promises larger-scale musical sequences and greater emotional depth. The second installment is scheduled to arrive in theatres on November 21.