Australian national Johnson Wen has been sentenced to nine days in jail after grabbing Ariana Grande on the red carpet at a Wicked: For Good premiere in Singapore. The 26-year-old, known for disrupting public events and rushing concert stages, was convicted of being a public nuisance.
Wen's history of disrupting public gatherings and stage invasions has raised concerns about his behavior. In a disturbing incident captured on video footage, Wen jumped over barricades at Universal Studios Singapore and rushed towards Grande on the red carpet in November. Fortunately, her co-star Cynthia Erivo stepped in to protect her, while security staff swiftly intervened, pinning Wen down after he attempted to breach the safety zone again.
Wen's Instagram posts, where he has shared footage of his past stage invasions featuring artists such as Katy Perry and The Weeknd, have sparked widespread criticism from fans and critics alike. Many described his actions towards Grande as unacceptable and a serious offense.
The incident comes at a time when the red carpet is becoming increasingly secure due to the growing threat of invasion incidents. However, Wen's case serves as a reminder that vigilance is needed to prevent such disruptions in the future.
Other high-profile invasions have been reported over the years, including podcaster Cielke Sijben handcuffing herself to Hugh Grant at a 2007 premiere and Kim Kardashian being subjected to a flour bombing by a Peta activist in 2012. However, Wen's actions are seen as particularly egregious given his history of behavior.
The Wicked sequel is set for release on November 21, with Grande and her co-star Cynthia Erivo expected to receive Oscar nominations based on early reviews.
Wen's history of disrupting public gatherings and stage invasions has raised concerns about his behavior. In a disturbing incident captured on video footage, Wen jumped over barricades at Universal Studios Singapore and rushed towards Grande on the red carpet in November. Fortunately, her co-star Cynthia Erivo stepped in to protect her, while security staff swiftly intervened, pinning Wen down after he attempted to breach the safety zone again.
Wen's Instagram posts, where he has shared footage of his past stage invasions featuring artists such as Katy Perry and The Weeknd, have sparked widespread criticism from fans and critics alike. Many described his actions towards Grande as unacceptable and a serious offense.
The incident comes at a time when the red carpet is becoming increasingly secure due to the growing threat of invasion incidents. However, Wen's case serves as a reminder that vigilance is needed to prevent such disruptions in the future.
Other high-profile invasions have been reported over the years, including podcaster Cielke Sijben handcuffing herself to Hugh Grant at a 2007 premiere and Kim Kardashian being subjected to a flour bombing by a Peta activist in 2012. However, Wen's actions are seen as particularly egregious given his history of behavior.
The Wicked sequel is set for release on November 21, with Grande and her co-star Cynthia Erivo expected to receive Oscar nominations based on early reviews.
I'm kinda torn about this whole thing... on one hand, Ariana Grande is a superstar and she deserves some respect. But at the same time, Johnson Wen's behavior has been getting pretty out of hand. I mean, nine days in jail might seem like a lot, but he's already had multiple run-ins with the law before this. 
He needs to take responsibility for his actions and maybe get some help.
We need to find that balance between keeping people safe and giving performers some space.
Johnson Wen is literally a menace! I mean, grabbing Ariana Grande on the red carpet? That's like, totally over the line, fam! 
He thinks he's some kinda rockstar or somethin' just 'cause he's disrupted concerts and stage invasions before. Newsflash, buddy: that ain't cool, it's creepy! 
Protecting Grande on the red carpet is like, totally her duty, and I'm glad she did. Wen might've gotten a slap on the wrist, but honestly, he should've gotten a lifetime ban from red carpet events LOL! 
. Like, aren't you gonna do something about it if you see someone trying to breach security? I guess some people think they can just waltz onto the carpet and expect everything to be cool, but newsflash: that's not how it works.
No, there needs to be consequences for this kind of behavior.
what was he even thinking?! 
. Nine days in jail sounds harsh, but it's not the first time Wen has disrupted public events. You could say he's a bit of a troublemaker, but he's also passionate about his cause, which is what got him into this mess 
. Fans are right to be upset, but we should try to understand where Wen's coming from. I mean, have you seen the footage of Katy Perry and The Weeknd getting interrupted on stage? It's happened before, too 
. Let's not be too quick to judge Wen without considering all sides of the story 
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! Like, I know some people think Wen's actions are funny or whatever but honestly it was super scary for her and Cynthia Erivo 
. I mean, who tries to rush onto the red carpet like that? Not cool, Johnson Wen 
. And now he's gonna be in jail for 9 days? Good riddance 
. I love Ariana Grande so much and she deserves better than some stalker trying to ruin her night 
. Can't wait for Wicked: For Good though - it's gonna be amazing with Ariana and Cynthia starring! 
! I mean, what's wrong with him?! He has a history of disrupting public events and rushing concert stages... like, what even is that?! 
The red carpet should be a fun and celebratory event, not some security-breaching zone. I hope Ariana and her co-star Cynthia Erivo get the recognition they deserve for their work, despite this crazy incident... 