11-Year-Old Lily's Exciting Experience on the Set of Wicked: For Good with Ariana Grande
An 11-year-old girl named Lily had an exciting experience working on the film Wicked: For Good alongside Ariana Grande. Lily, who resides on the Cambridgeshire-Norfolk border, filmed at Elstree Studios in Hertfordshire in 2023. She sang the song Every Day More Wicked with Grande and other stars and can be seen in the film's trailer. Wicked: For Good was released in November 2025 and has grossed $226 million worldwide.
Lily's acting endeavors are supported by her father, Malcolm, who is also an actor. Although Lily's scene did not make it to the final cinema cut, she remains hopeful that it will be included in the extended edition. Lily has been actively pursuing acting opportunities, recently appearing in two pantomimes, securing a role in the horror film Pinocchio Unleashed, and lending her voice to a character in the video game The Fractured Vale.
Malcolm emphasized that he is not a pushy parent and that Lily has the final say in accepting acting roles. Lily expressed her passion for acting, stating that she finds it incredibly enjoyable. Malcolm reflected on the unique opportunity Lily had in being cast in Wicked: For Good, describing it as an amazing experience. Lily had the chance to interact with Grande, whom she found to be very kind.
One of the highlights for Lily during the filming process was getting fitted for her costume and having her hair and makeup done. However, she admitted that the early call times, starting at 4:00 AM, were challenging for her. Despite the early mornings, Lily remains enthusiastic about her acting career and looks forward to future opportunities in the industry.