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Wicked Screening for Brave 9-Year-Old Cancer Fighter

10/1/2025

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Universal Pictures arranged a screening of Wicked: For Good for Brielle Bird, a 9-year-old with stage 4 cancer, and her family ahead of its November 21 release.
Ariana Grande sent Brielle a care package and praised her strength.
Director Jon M. Chu praised Brielle's impact and shared an unfinished version.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo sent messages highlighting Brielle's inspiration.

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Universal Pictures arranged a screening of Wicked: For Good for Brielle Bird, a 9-year-old with stage 4 cancer, and her family ahead of its November 21 release.
Ariana Grande sent Brielle a care package and praised her strength.
Director Jon M. Chu praised Brielle's impact and shared an unfinished version.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo sent messages highlighting Brielle's inspiration.