Ariana Grande is bidding farewell to a year filled with memorable milestones and artistic achievements. As 2024 approaches, the pop sensation took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message and a carousel of photos, offering fans a glimpse into her incredible year.
The post was a celebration of both her personal and professional life, featuring a variety of images from her work on the Wicked film adaptation, where she plays Glinda, as well as moments from her music career and TV appearances. One standout moment includes a behind-the-scenes shot of Grande in a leotard during a Wicked dance rehearsal, as well as a video clip of her performing When You Believe with co-star Cynthia Erivo at the Met Gala.
“Thank you eternally for your love and support, words truly don’t suffice. I love you always and am wishing you all a very happy new year!” Grande captioned the post, which also showcased a blue ballgown-clad Ariana hugging her fellow Wicked cast members on what could have been her final day of shooting the highly anticipated two-part film.
Grande’s journey in Wicked is a major highlight of the year, and the post included several intimate moments with her co-stars, including photos of her embracing Broadway’s original Glinda, Kristin Chenoweth, and a touching shot of her and Erivo sharing a hug with actress Michelle Yeoh.
The singer, who is also a major part of the Wicked franchise’s upcoming sequel, Wicked Part Two: For Good, reflected on the impact the original Broadway cast recording had on her life. “It was always something that brought me great comfort and happiness,” she told Entertainment Weekly earlier this year.
Aside from her role in Wicked, 2024 has been a major year for Grande, marked by the release of her seventh studio album, Eternal Sunshine, and her much-praised performance as Glinda. She also returned to Saturday Night Live, hosting for the second time, where she appeared in various comedic sketches, including one featuring her costume as Italian castrati Antonio.
Looking ahead, Grande’s 2025 is poised to be just as monumental. The singer is already earning buzz for potential award nominations, including speculation about an Oscar nod for her role in Wicked. Fans can also look forward to the release of Wicked Part Two on November 21, which will likely set the stage for another global press tour.
As Ariana Grande closes out 2024, she’s leaving her fans with a message of gratitude, art, and heart—and the promise of even more exciting projects in the year to come.