Ariana Grande Surprises Kid Influencer With ‘Wicked’ Inspired Gift Amid Stage 4 Cancer Battle

Ariana Grande is using her powers “For Good.” The “Wicked” star sent 9-year-old influencer and Ari superfan Brielle Bird a special care package amid her Stage 4 cancer battle. Brie documented the surprise on her “Stronger Than Cancer” Instagram page, where she’s built a dedicated following throughout her health challenges. Ari even left a heartfelt video message for the youngster where she explained the inspiration behind the gifts. Brie previously explained that her and Ariana’s respective mothers connected over Brie’s story and did a full unboxing tour of the sweet presents the singer sent her way. Brie has been fighting her illness for much of her life. She was diagnosed with a nerve-tissue cancer called neuroblastoma at just 4 years old and has undergone multiple rounds of chemotherapy, radiation and other treatments including bone marrow transplants. After a nearly two-year remission, the cancer sadly came back in early 2024.