Scream Queens premiered on September 22, 2015, and became an instant hit among horror-comedy enthusiasts. The show revolved around a group of sorority sisters at Wallace University who are Targeted by a serial killer dressed in a red devil costume.
Chanel Oberlin, played by Emma Roberts, was the leader of the Kappa Kappa Tau sorority and often referred to as Chanel Number 1. However, her arch-nemesis was Chanel Number 4, played by Ariana Grande.
Throughout season one, Chanel Number 4 had a prominent role in the show. She was known for her iconic earmuffs and her mean-spirited personality. However, midway through the season, she disappeared without any explanation.
Fans were left wondering what happened to Chanel Number 4 and why she suddenly vanished from the show. Some theories suggested that Ariana Grande’s busy schedule with her music career did not allow her to continue filming for Scream Queens. Others speculated that there was behind-the-scenes drama between Grande and the show’s creator Ryan Murphy.
Despite all of these rumors, the truth is that Ariana Grande’s character was written off due to creative reasons. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Murphy explained that he felt like he had “explored everything” he could with her character and wanted to focus on other storylines.
While fans were disappointed to see Ariana Grande leave the show, Scream Queens continued to be a hit throughout its two seasons. It featured an ensemble cast including Jamie Lee Curtis, Lea Michele, Abigail Breslin, Billie Lourd, and Niecy Nash.
In conclusion, while it is uncertain what exactly led to Ariana Grande’s departure from Scream Queens as Chanel Number 4 in season one; it is clear that it was due to creative reasons rather than scheduling conflicts or personal drama. The show remained successful despite her absence and continued to provide viewers with thrilling horror-comedy entertainment.