Ariana Grande may be one of the biggest pop stars on the planet, but at the Critics Choice Awards, she was just another actress hoping to take home a trophy. The “Wicked” star was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the highly anticipated musical adaptation, but when the winner was announced, it wasn’t her name that was called—it was Zoe Saldaña for “Emilia Perez.”
Ariana Grande Lost Best Supporting Actress and Fans Are Not Okay
Grande, who has spent the last year pouring her heart and soul into the role of Glinda, was visibly emotional as she sat in the audience, watching the award slip from her grasp.
Cameras caught her reaction, and fans couldn’t help but notice the heartbreak in her expression. Though she quickly composed herself, it was clear that she had hoped for a different outcome.
— Ariana Grande Brasil (@arianagrandebr) February 8, 2025
The internet immediately erupted in debate. While Saldaña’s performance in “Emilia Perez” has been praised, many are questioning whether the film is being overhyped by critics and awards bodies. Some fans argue that Grande’s performance was just as, if not more, deserving of the win.
Could this be another case of the awards circuit snubbing a fan-favorite performer? Or was Saldaña’s win truly the right call? Either way, Ariana’s reaction was a reminder that even the biggest stars have moments of heartbreak.
One thing’s for sure: With “Wicked” still set to take over Hollywood, this won’t be the last we see of Ariana Grande in the acting world. And who knows? Maybe next time, she’ll get the trophy she truly deserves.
