Jonathan Bailey withdraws from the Broadway revival of *Sunday in the Park with George* after Ariana Grande steps down from the production last month. The Independent and Billboard report that Bailey, who is 38, says his support for Grande remains “unwavering.”
The production and industry coverage also indicate that changes follow Grande’s departure. The Hollywood Reporter says the show’s team is “reshaping” around a new company, suggesting the cast and production lineup are adjusted after Grande leaves. While outlets align on Bailey’s decision to step away, the coverage emphasizes different elements: personal support and timing in Bailey’s statements, versus the company-level restructuring described by the production.
Taken together, the reports describe a sequence of exits and adjustments to the show’s lineup following Grande’s departure, with Bailey publicly reinforcing his support for her as he leaves the production.
