Sat Nov 02 17:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Ariana Grande Goes by Full Name in “Wicked” Credits

Pop star and actress Ariana Grande will be credited with her full name, Ariana Grande-Butera, in the upcoming movie adaptation of “Wicked.” This marks a departure from her professional stage name, Ariana Grande, which she has used throughout her music career.

Grande’s decision to use her full name, incorporating both her mother Joan Grande and father Edward Butera’s last names, aligns with the use of her full name by her half brother Frankie Grande. Frankie, who is known for his acting and TV personality work, uses his full name, Frank James Michael Grande Marchione.

“Wicked,” starring Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, hits theaters on November 22nd.

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