Ariana Madix Delivers a Dazzling Performance at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Ariana took over the Peacock float just days after Vanderpump Rules Season 12 was confirmed.
It’s been a busy season for Ariana Madix.
A week after celebrating her DSW collaboration, the Vanderpump Rules cast member returned to the Big Apple to spread some holiday cheer. Ariana was among the celebrities who appeared in the 98th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, where she delivered a dazzling performance from the Peacock float.
The Something About Her owner stepped out in a long white peacoat with knee-high beige boots, sheer white gloves, sparkly jewelry, and a high ponytail. It was a classic, festive look that went well with the float’s extravagant decor, which included a giant animatronic peacock, bright yellow railing, and the streamer’s colorful dots branding.
Bravolebs applaud Ariana's Thanksgiving Day performance
Ariana performed a rendition of The Cardigans’ 1996 hit “Lovefool,” and was accompanied by a group of dancers.
Several Bravolebrities took to Instagram to support Ariana’s exciting career move.
“Ahhhhhh!” Vanderpump Rules' Katie Maloney captioned a video of the televised gig.
“Lets goooooooo [Ariana],” Summer House’s Carl Radke wrote in a Story, while his castmate/ex Lindsay Hubbard posted a shoutout that simply read, “Go girl!”
Ariana spends Thanksgiving with her boyfriend, Daniel Wai
Ariana’s boyfriend, NYC-based fitness trainer Daniel Wai, also documented the special day on social media. He posted a photo of Ariana on the float while he and talent agent Gaby Cohen stood nearby.
But the Thanksgiving festivities didn't stop there. Hours after her performance, Ariana reunited with Daniel for a scrumptious-looking holiday meal. Daniel showed off some of the food via Instagram.
"Parade over," he captioned a Story of the Thanksgiving dishes, "Dinner is about to be served."
Ariana Madix reacts to Vanderpump Rules Season 12 annoucement
The Thanksgiving parade continued Ariana’s steady stream of 2024 career wins. Over the past year, the Florida native has secured a hosting gig for Love Island USA, reprised her role as Roxie Hart in the hit Broadway musical Chicago, and landed a guest appearance on Will Trent Season 3.
In the days leading up to Thanksgiving, Bravo announced it had green-lit Vanderpump Rules Season 12… with a major shakeup. The network confirmed Lisa Vanderpump would return to the series with an entirely different cast.
“The last 12 years of filming have been an extraordinary run full of laughter, tears and everything in between,” Lisa said in a press release. “I can’t thank enough those who have shared their lives. How I love you all. In the restaurant business, one shift always gives way to another. Cheers to the next generation of Vanderpump Rules.”
Ariana, who joined the show in Season 2, reacted to the news in a heartfelt Instagram post in which she thanked Lisa and the team behind the series.
“Vanderpump Rules, you will forever be that girl,” she wrote. “I am forever grateful to have been a part of such an incredible cultural phenomenon… Thank you to every single crew member, producer, and our showrunners. Seeing you guys every summer was like coming home to see family! that i will miss very much… thank you especially to the fans. You’ve been the constant over the last decade your love and support is what I’ll miss the most about it ending… I’m feeling at peace with closing this chapter and im excited for everything that is to come.”
