The red carpet event ahead of the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 in Paris, France, saw Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in attendance. The 37-year-old actress expressed her delight at seeing miniature singing versions of herself and Ariana, which are yet to be launched by Mattel.

The news of the upcoming release excited Broadway fans, with one user expressing a strong desire to have the dolls and another suggesting that they would provide a means for inner healing. A fan mentioned being obsessed with the concept of the dolls playing music and shared Ariana Grande’s longstanding dream of playing the role of Glinda in a film.

Ariana Grande had previously voiced her desire to portray the character of Glinda and reflected on how the character’s journey helped her heal personal aspects related to her music career and public persona. She described it as a transformative experience, indicating that the role had been significant in her life.