"Wednesday's (26 November) event happened to be Wicked-themed in celebration of Bailey's new film and was hosted by drag queen Charisma Belle along with Naomi Palmer, with the duo dressed up as Glinda and Elphaba. Footage from the event shows Bailey walking out in front of the crowd after yelling "Bingay" to enthusiastic cheers and applause. "What a treat it is," says Belle. Asked what he prefers TV or film the Bridgerton star replied, "Bingay!" evoking further cheers from the audience."
"Speaking to QNews afterward Belle said: "Jonathan was such a sweetheart. He was genuinely sweet and engaging. We were lucky enough to meet him backstage before going on. He was the first to come in for a hug and held me tight throughout our photo session." Palmer added: "He's not the first famous person to join us, but normally they just come and play along, nothing like this.""
Jonathan Bailey surprised attendees at Bingay, a monthly gay bingo event at The Beresford Hotel in Sydney, by appearing on stage and joining the game. The event raises funds for ACON, an HIV/AIDS organisation, and the 26 November night was Wicked-themed to celebrate Bailey's new film. Drag queen Charisma Belle and Naomi Palmer hosted while dressed as Glinda and Elphaba. Footage shows Bailey yelling "Bingay" to cheers, acting as a barrel girl and helping to pull numbers. Hosts described Bailey as sweet and engaging, hugging and posing for photos. Bailey recently starred in Richard II, Jurassic World: Rebirth and Wicked: For Good, and was named People's Sexiest Man Alive.
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