In a display of genuine Hollywood camaraderie, pop superstar Ariana Grande has extended a warm congratulatory gesture to fellow actress and first-time nominee Teyana Taylor following their shared recognition at the Golden Globe Awards.
A Celebratory Gesture Amidst Competition
Earlier this month, the nominations for the upcoming Golden Globe Awards were announced, placing both artists in the prestigious Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture category. Ariana Grande earned her nod for portraying Glinda in the cinematic adaptation of Wicked: For Good, marking her second career Golden Globe nomination. Teyana Taylor received her first-ever Golden Globe nomination for her powerful performance in the film One Battle After Another.
They are competing in a formidable category that also includes Emily Blunt for The Smashing Machine, Elle Fanning and Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas for Sentimental Value, and Amy Madigan for Weapons.
The Heartfelt Note Revealed
On Wednesday, Teyana Taylor took to her Instagram Stories to share the kind-hearted surprise she received from Grande. The post featured a photograph of an elegant bouquet of flowers accompanied by a handwritten note from Ariana.
The message read: "Teyana, Hi and congratulations on this well, well deserved moment and nomination! I’m so honored to be in your company in this moment! I absolutely loved One Battle After Another and I’m so excited to tell you more in person but I just wanted to say you are so brilliant and I’m so excited to [share] this moment and nomination with you. Love Always, Ariana."
Public Reaction and Praise
Clearly moved by the gesture, Taylor captioned the post with her own response: "This is so sweet @arianagrande, Thank you. Your message made this moment even more special for me. I’m so honored to share this space with you as well, and I’m deeply grateful for your kindness and support. See you soon."
The act of kindness quickly resonated with fans and observers online. On social media platforms like Reddit, many praised Grande for her supportive move. One commenter noted the sense of "camaraderie", while another playfully asked if others had read the note in Grande's Glinda voice from Wicked. The sentiment was overwhelmingly positive, with users calling the note "very sweet" and a lovely display of support between peers in a competitive industry.
While a few commentators lightly poked fun at the note's informal and repetitive phrasing, others defended its authenticity, suggesting its charm lay in the fact it seemed personally dictated by Grande herself, making the gesture feel more intimate and genuine.
This exchange highlights a moment of connection and mutual respect between two artists at a significant career milestone, reminding audiences that recognition can be celebrated with grace and generosity.
