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Ariana Grande Receives Sweet Wicked-Inspired Gift from Young Costar at the Golden Globes
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The 2025 Golden Globes saw Ariana Grande share a touching moment on the red carpet with Cesily Collette Taylor, her young Wicked costar who plays the child version of Nessarose in the upcoming musical film adaptation.
In a heartwarming video captured by Entertainment Weekly, Taylor, dressed in an adorable polka-dot dress and bow, presented Grande with thoughtful, handpicked gifts inspired by the beloved Wicked characters.
The Gift Exchange: A Magical Moment on the Red Carpet
While posing for photos at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, the young actress handed Grande a star-topped wand, a fitting tribute to Glinda the Good Witch, whom Grande portrays in the film.
Taylor’s father later shared details about the gift at Universal’s Golden Globes after-party, revealing that they stumbled upon perfect Wicked-themed trinkets while browsing a store. “We thought, ‘This is it!’” he told EW.
Grande wasn’t the only recipient of Taylor’s thoughtful gesture:
- Cynthia Erivo (who plays Elphaba) received a miniature broomstick.
- Ethan Slater (who portrays Boq) was gifted a tin trinket, a nod to the Tin Man.
The whimsical gesture was just one of several adorable red-carpet moments for Taylor, who has become known for accessorizing her outfits with quirky purses, including a pink unicorn bag she carried at a recent premiere.
Grande’s Reaction: A Touching Connection with Her Young Costar
Grande, who has spoken about how deeply the role of Glinda has impacted her, appeared visibly moved by the sweet exchange. She embraced Taylor warmly and admired the thoughtful gifts.
The emotional moment comes as Wicked continues to generate major buzz. The film adaptation of the Broadway smash hit has become the highest-grossing movie musical of all time, earning over $680 million worldwide since its release in November.
Wicked’s Big Night at the Golden Globes
Wicked was a major contender at this year’s Golden Globes, earning four nominations and taking home the award for Best Box Office and Cinematic Achievement. Director Jon M. Chu, joined by Grande, Erivo, and other cast members like Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum, accepted the award with an emotional speech dedicated to the fans.
“This is for you, the fans out there who came to the movie theaters,” Chu said on stage. “We saw your videos, your singalongs, your makeup, your hair products, your bakery items. And it shows us how important making this stuff is.”
A Message of Optimism and Courage
Chu’s speech struck a chord with audiences, as he emphasized the film’s message of empowerment and optimism. “In a time when pessimism and cynicism rule the planet right now, we can still make art that is a radical act of optimism, that is empowerment and that is joy,” he said.
Referencing the film’s central theme of self-discovery and rising above adversity, Chu added, “When we discover that maybe the world isn’t exactly the way we thought it was, maybe [we all have] a little bit of Elphaba inside of us… that maybe we have that courage and that strength to not give up but to rise up.”
What’s Next for Wicked?
The first part of Wicked has already cemented itself as a box office smash, and anticipation is building for Part 2, which is set to hit theaters on Nov. 21, 2025.
As fans eagerly await the conclusion of this two-part musical epic, the film’s cast and crew continue to inspire audiences with their performances both on and off-screen. And if Ariana Grande’s emotional red-carpet moment with her young costar is any indication, the magic of Wicked is alive and well.
