Wicked Almost Didn't Cast Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo

Cynthia Erivo shades actresses who auditioned for Glinda in ‘Wicked’: ‘Thank goodness’ Ariana Grande was cast
Cynthia Erivo shaded the actresses who auditioned for the role of Glinda in the “Wicked” movie, expressing her gratitude that Ariana Grande ultimately landed the part. In a new interview with The New York Times, Erivo, 37, and Grande, 31, spoke about the casting process.
Wicked's Cynthia Erivo didn't think she would be cast as Elphaba because she's Black
Alexia first played Elphaba in 2008 as a temporary cover for Kerry Ellis. She then did a full run as Elphaba between 2009 and 2010. When Cynthia was cast as Elphaba, Alexia was the only Black actress to have ever played Elphaba full-time in a professional production of Wicked.
Cynthia Erivo’s ‘Wicked’ Premiere Look Is a Lesson in Method Dressing
The promotional events are in full swing for the upcoming film “Wicked,” and the lead stars — Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande — are embracing method dressing like no other. The cast members recently graced the Australian premiere of the musical fantasy movie in Sydney.
Cynthia Erivo Says ‘Thank Goodness' Ariana Grande Was Cast in ‘Wicked' Over Fellow Glinda Hopefuls
Grande also shared her reaction to the "I Might Be in Love With You" artist landing Elphaba in the films, the first of which arrives Nov. 22. "I said, ‘Thank God,'" she revealed
A ‘Wicked’ Tearful Talk With Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
The stars of the new movie reflect on their long ride together, getting through Covid and the actors’ strike, and avoiding “playing to the green.”
Ariana Grande Was ‘Able to Heal Certain Parts of Herself’ Thanks to ‘Wicked’ Costar Cynthia Erivo
Ariana Grande credits her Wicked costar Cynthia Erivo with helping her to “heal certain parts” of herself. Grande, 31, and Erivo, 37, spoke about their friendship in an interview with The New York Times that was published on Wednesday,
Why Wicked Almost Didn't Cast Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo
Everyone is bubbling with excitement as we get closer to the release of the first Wicked movie — a.k.a. the day we can finally see Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo step into the shoes of Glinda and Elphaba.
Ariana Grande And Cynthia Erivo Both Got Covid On The Set Of Wicked, But Grande's Timing Couldn't Have Been Worse
The Wizard of Oz prequel is getting its own movie this month, with Wicked's cast list being led by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. It turns out they both got Covid on the set, but Grande's timing couldn't have been worse.
Video: Get Ready with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande on the Set of WICKED
Two new videos are taking viewers behind the scenes as Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo get into character on the set of the Wicked movie. Both show an up-close look at the stars as they put on their iconic makeup and costumes.
Every Time Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Channeled Wicked IRL
Wicked stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have been invoking Elphaba and Glinda with their couture for months leading up to the film's Nov. 22 premiere in theaters.
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Wicked's Cynthia Erivo Got To Choose if Elphaba's Green Skin Was Practical Effects or CGI
Cynthia Erivo has revealed that the creatives behind the film adaptation of Wicked made her choose between computer-generated ...
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Each Contracted COVID Days Before Their Biggest Wicked Musical Numbers
Elphaba’s “Defying Gravity” and Glinda’s “Popular” were almost derailed by sickness, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande ...
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Bowen Yang kept apologizing to Cynthia Erivo for bullying her in “Wicked”: 'I feel so rotted in my soul'
The "SNL" star says he felt like "absolute s--" having to bully Erivo's Elphaba in the film. Even though he was only acting, ...
“So Hateful!”: Cynthia Erivo Throws Shade At Actresses Who Auditioned For Glinda In ‘Wicked’
Cynthia Erivo seemed to throw shade at the actresses who auditioned for Glinda in the upcoming film Wicked, expressing her gratitude for Ariana Grande’s casting. Erivo and Grande opened up on what the ...
Cynthia Erivo Brings Elphaba Energy to 2024 CFDA Awards in Witchy Hooded Gown and Incredibly Elaborate Talon Nails
it's Cynthia Erivo. The Wicked star, 37, has been all over the world (and by that we mean, from the 2024 Olympics in ...