Watch Ariana Grande Sing ROSÉ’s ‘Apt.,’ Lady Gaga’s ‘Shallow’ & More Iconic Duets With Jimmy Fallon
Ariana Grande made a memorable solo appearance on *The Tonight Show* on November 18, captivating audiences with a vibrant medley of iconic duets alongside host Jimmy Fallon. Although her *Wicked* co-star Cynthia Erivo was absent, Grande didn’t miss a beat, kicking off the performance with a few lines from the classic song “For Good.” The dynamic duo then showcased their vocal chemistry with renditions of timeless hits such as “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” and “The Boy Is Mine,” as well as contemporary favorites like “Shallow” and “Apt.” Their performance culminated in a playful nod to *Dirty Dancing*, where Grande and Fallon teased a dramatic lift, only to surprise the audience with a dummy dressed like Grande instead.
This appearance marked Grande’s tenth time on *The Tonight Show*, where she and Fallon also engaged in light-hearted banter about their experiences filming the *Wicked* movies. The anticipation for the second part of the film, set to premiere on November 21, added an extra layer of excitement to the evening. Grande showcased her versatility not only as a singer but also as a performer, demonstrating her baton-spinning skills with a model of Glinda’s wand, further highlighting her connection to the beloved character she portrays.
Looking ahead, Grande is set to return to the *Saturday Night Live* stage for her third hosting gig on December 20, sharing the spotlight with music legend Cher. Expressing her excitement, Grande described the upcoming episode as potentially “one of the gayest SNL episodes that has ever happened,” promising a night filled with laughter and unforgettable performances. As fans eagerly anticipate both her *Wicked* film release and her SNL hosting, Grande continues to prove her status as a multi-talented artist in the entertainment industry.
Ariana Grande
flew solo on
The Tonight Show
, appearing Tuesday (Nov. 18) without
Wicked
costar Cynthia Erivo — but that doesn’t mean she didn’t have a duet partner.
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The pop star made a theatrical entrance on the late-night program with a medley of iconic duets, performing opposite Jimmy Fallon and beginning with a few bars of
Wicked
classic “For Good.” The pair then nailed renditions of “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, and “The Boy Is Mine” by Brandy and Monica, along with modern smashes such as Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper’s “Shallow” and ROSÉ and Bruno Mars’ “Apt.”
For the big finish, the late-night host and Grande belted out “(I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life” and teased the audience as if they were about to recreate the iconic
Dirty Dancing
lift, but swapped out the R.E.M. Beauty founder mid-running start with a crude dummy wearing the same dress as her for Fallon to catch instead.
The appearance marked Grande’s 10th time on
The Tonight Show
. In addition to singing with Fallon, she and the comedian
chatted on the couches
about the process of filming the
Wicked
movies, the second of which premieres Friday (Nov. 21) after a yearlong wait.
Plus, Grande rose to the challenge of showing off her baton-spinning skills when Fallon presented her with a model of Glinda’s sparkly pink wand from
Wicked
.
The vocalist’s latest stop by 30 Rock comes about a month ahead of when she’s scheduled to return to the iconic comedy hub to host
Saturday Night Live
for
a third time
on Dec. 20. “I’m so excited,” she told Fallon of finding out that she’d be splitting the bill with Cher, who will serve as the musical guest on her episode. “I almost passed out. I had no idea what to do. What an honor.”
She also added that it was bound to be “one of the gayest SNL episodes that has ever happened.”
Watch Grande and Fallon perform duets by Lady Gaga, ROSÉ and more above.
