Ariana Grande Sends ‘Wicked’-Themed Care Package to Young Cancer Patient: ‘I Hope This Brings You Joy’ — a gesture that’s melting hearts around the world. The pop superstar recently brought a huge smile to the face of 9-year-old Brie, who is courageously fighting cancer, by sending her a thoughtful gift filled with Wicked merchandise and R.E.M. Beauty products.
Brie shared her excitement in a touching Instagram video posted on Wednesday (Aug. 6). “Today’s package is the best one yet — it’s from my favorite person in the whole wide world, Ariana Grande,” she said, beaming with joy.
Inside the box, Brie discovered perfume, makeup items, and adorable Wicked plush toys. She couldn’t contain her happiness, especially over the Squishmallows. “Thank you so, so much, Ariana Grande,” Brie exclaimed. “I love everything in the package, especially the Squishmallows!”
Grande also sent a personal video message to Brie, revealing that she shared the same favorite item. “Hi, Brie! It’s Ariana,” she began warmly. “A little birdie — your mom — told me you’re a fan of Wicked and Glinda, so I put together this little care package for you. My personal favorite part is the Squishmallows.”
The Grammy winner added heartfelt words: “I hope it makes you smile. I’ve seen your videos, and I think you are the most amazing and inspiring little light beam in this universe. You’re just so incredible. Thank you for being you. Sending you so much love and many, many virtual hugs.”
Brie, who has stage four neuroblastoma, has been sharing her journey on social media with the help of her mom, Kendra. Just days before the gift arrived, Brie expressed her admiration for the Wicked star in another Instagram video. Kendra revealed in the caption that Ariana’s mother, Joan Grande, had called to say Ariana had seen Brielle’s story and wanted to send her something special.
“She has such a beautiful heart,” Kendra wrote about the singer. “Brielle was in shock! @arianagrande, Brielle thinks you are SO pretty and extremely talented. Thank you for taking the time to send her a package — she is absolutely thrilled.”
This sweet moment comes just months before the highly anticipated premiere of Wicked: For Good, hitting theaters in November. The film follows the success of the first Wicked movie, which earned two Oscars, a No. 2 spot on the Billboard 200 soundtrack chart, and over $755 million worldwide — the highest-grossing Broadway musical adaptation ever.
Meanwhile, Grande is also celebrating the success of Eternal Sunshine Deluxe: Brighter Days Ahead, the expanded edition of her 2024 chart-topping album Eternal Sunshine, with all five new tracks debuting on the Billboard Hot 100.