Leighton Meester Clarifies Misunderstanding with Ariana Grande at Critics Choice Awards
Leighton Meester recently addressed the misunderstanding that arose from her interaction with Ariana Grande at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards. The incident occurred when Grande greeted Meester on the red carpet, and Meester responded with a playful "Wah, wah, wah," which some fans misinterpreted as mockery. Meester clarified the situation on Penn Badgley's "Podcrushed" podcast, explaining that she misheard Grande's words and thought she was joking about a previous crying incident. The actress later realized her mistake and shared a laugh with Grande about the misunderstanding.
Meester attended the awards show to support her husband, Adam Brody, who was nominated for Best Actor in a Comedy Series for his role in Netflix's "Nobody Wants This." Brody won the award in 2025 and expressed his gratitude to Meester in his acceptance speech. The couple, who married in 2014, have two children together, a daughter named Arlo and a son whose name has not been publicly disclosed. Meester made a guest appearance on "Nobody Wants This" season 2, following Brody's playful teasing that she had been "begging" for a role on the show.
In conclusion, Leighton Meester clarified the misunderstanding with Ariana Grande at the Critics Choice Awards and shared a humorous moment with the pop star about the mix-up. Meester's support for her husband, Adam Brody, and her involvement in his award-winning show highlight the couple's strong bond and shared passion for their work in the entertainment industry.