Cynthia Erivo steps in to shield Ariana Grande from overzealous fan in startling video at Wicked premiere

Cynthia Erivo swiftly intervened to shield Ariana Grande when a fan unexpectedly approached her.

In a video captured during the Wicked: For Good premiere, an enthusiastic fan hurried onto the golden carpet to greet Grande and nearly toppled her by wrapping an arm around her.

Erivo quickly acted to safeguard her friend, promptly pushing the individual away.

Watch the footage here:

Further updates to follow.