Here’s the tea: When Wicked hits theaters, you’ll be looking for “Ariana Grande” in the credits and wondering, “Wait, did I just hallucinate her career?” Fear not! She’s still there, playing Glinda, just with a fresh twist on the ol’ name game. In a move no one saw coming (except maybe her high school yearbook committee), Ariana is dusting off her original, full name: Ariana Grande-Butera.
Yes, that’s right! Ariana will be credited as Ariana Grande-Butera—emphasis on the Butera. Turns out, her full name is like a shoutout to her mom, Joan Grande, and dad, Edward Butera. It’s kind of like she’s showing us, “Hey, I didn’t just pop out famous!” So, when Wicked credits roll, you’re in for a full-family-name extravaganza. Or maybe she’s secretly vying for a spot on a law firm marquee? Grande, Butera & Associates does have a ring to it.
And let’s not forget her brother, Frankie Grande. He’s practically his own walking, talking Ellis Island with a name like Frank James Michael Grande Marchione. It’s like he collected surnames like Pokémon, and we’re here for it.
So, mark your calendars—Wicked lands in theaters on November 22. When Glinda pops up on screen and you see “Ariana Grande-Butera” in the credits, remember: it’s the same pop star, just with an extra dash of family flavor.
