Ariana Grande, the acclaimed singer and actress, has confirmed that she will not be present at this Sunday’s Actor Awards despite being nominated for her role in ‘Wicked: For Good’. The awards ceremony, which formerly went by the name of the Screen Actors Guild Awards, is set to take place at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles and will be streamed live on Netflix starting at 8 p.m. with Kristen Bell as the host.
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Grande, who is currently 32 years old, is nominated in the category of Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role for her portrayal of Glinda in ‘Wicked: For Good’. Sources have indicated that her absence from the awards ceremony is due to her dedication to rehearsing for her forthcoming Eternal Sunshine Tour, which is set to launch in June.
This is not Grande’s first nomination for her work in the Wicked franchise; last year, she received a nod in the same category at the SAG Awards for her performance in the initial film. Following the critical acclaim of the first movie, which showcased her talent, the anticipation for her latest role has garnered significant attention ahead of the sequel’s release.
In addition to her nomination for the Actor Awards, Grande has also been recognised in various categories at other prestigious awards ceremonies, including the Critics Choice Awards and the Golden Globe Awards. However, she did not receive nominations at this year’s BAFTAs or the Oscars. The competition for the Actor Awards will see her pitted against noteworthy performances from fellow nominees, including Odessa A’zion for ‘Marty Supreme’, Amy Madigan for ‘Weapons’, Wunmi Mosaku for ‘Sinners’, and Teyana Taylor for ‘One Battle After Another’.
Preparations are well underway for Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Tour, which she has described as a deeply personal endeavour. Speaking on the ‘Good Hang with Amy Poehler’ podcast last November, she expressed her excitement, stating, “It’s going to be beautiful, and I’m so grateful. I think that’s why I’m doing it because I’m like, ‘One last hurrah. For now.'” She hinted that it may be a considerable time before another tour could follow, making this upcoming one particularly significant.
Beyond her music career, Grande is also preparing to engage in various acting projects. She will appear in Ben Stiller’s upcoming comedy sequel, ‘Focker In-Law’, and is set to reunite with her ‘Wicked’ co-star Jonathan Bailey for a revival of the musical ‘Sunday in the Park with George’, slated to take place in London. Additionally, she is set to lend her voice to an animated adaptation of Dr. Seuss’s beloved work, ‘Oh, the Places You’ll Go!’, directed by Jon M. Chu, alongside her involvement in the next season of Ryan Murphy’s anthology series, ‘American Horror Story’.
Fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see Grande reprise her role in the film ‘Wicked: For Good’, which will be available for streaming on Peacock from March 20. Her commitment to both her musical and acting careers continues to resonate with audiences, leaving a lasting impression as she manages her creative pursuits amidst the rigours of touring and filming.
Grande’s concert tour promises a combination of her musical talents and theatrical flair that fans have come to know and love. With her busy schedule ahead, the artist is dedicated to creating memorable experiences for her supporters while continuing to explore her multifaceted career in the entertainment industry.