The stars of the hit movie “Wicked” have finally addressed their strangest interview moment from a pre-release press tour loaded with awkward viral clips. Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande raised the internet’s collective eyebrows with their response to a bizarre statement by Out magazine reporter Tracy Gilchrist last month, who told the duo she had … Read more
Cynthia Erivo is standing up for her co-star. The “Wicked” actress, 37, was asked about Ariana Grande’s comments on being bullied online while at Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Film Festival and didn’t hold back with her response. “I think cyberbullying is quite dangerous, to be honest, because it’s easy to be behind the computer and … Read more
Let the waterworks flow! Drew Barrymore and Ariana Grande shared a moment that ended in tears when they discussed the “dark and ugly” side of Hollywood during the “Wicked” star’s appearance on “The Drew Barrymore Show” Wednesday. The exchange started when Grande, 31, interrupted Barrymore’s praise for “Wicked” to honor the actress-turned-talk show host, 49. … Read more
Known for glamorous gowns and high-profile clients — from Jackie Kennedy to Audrey Hepburn — Oscar de la Renta has been a symbol of luxury since it was founded by the Dominican-born designer in 1965. Current co-creative directors Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia have stayed true to the classic, feminine styles the brand is known … Read more
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s bond is a popular subject. The “Wicked” stars have continued to showcase their strong connection while promoting the musical movie, and now Erivo, 37, is speaking on how the pair communicate through touch. “I think I’m sort of used to it now,” the actress said in a teaser clip for her Dec. 10 … Read more
Ariana Grande is not that girl. The Grammy winner, 31, isn’t looking to change the long beloved song “Popular” from “Wicked” despite being pitched a different and new version of the tune. “In the spirit of being open to new things for the movie, my music team and I thought, let’s refresh the rhythm. Let’s, … Read more
Dancing through lies. The rumor about Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s “Wicked” paychecks has been cleared up. It was reported online that Grande, 31, was paid $15 million to star as Glinda the Good Witch in the two-part movie musical, while Erivo, 37, only got $1 million to play Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the … Read more
Ariana Grande is sharing a popular opinion. The actress, 31, reflected on the relationship her character Glinda has with Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba in the newly released “Wicked” movie. Grande noted that their friendship could be interpreted as a queer allegory, along with other aspects of the movie and the film where it all started, the “Wizard of Oz.” … Read more
She’s going to be popular! Paul Tazewell used his own magic to create the incredible costumes in “Wicked.” But making one iconic outfit — worn by Ariana Grande’s Glinda the Good Witch — was not an easy feat for the 60-year-old costume designer. “I would say that the bubble dress that we first see Glinda … Read more
Disney is for spreading magic, not ashes. On an episode of the “Las Culturistas” podcast, Ariana Grande revealed her mom’s wishes to have her ashes spread at Disney World — but her wish will likely never be fulfilled. Grande, 31, was discussing landmark attractions at Disneyland and Disney World with hosts Bowen Yang and Matt … Read more
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. Asked how they reacted after learning the other one had … Read more
Is Ariana Grande saying “thank u, next” to pop music? The diva behind chart-topping hits such as “7 Rings,” “Positions” and “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)” revealed her plans to break free from the usual grind of her pop career after starring in “Wicked,” the big-screen adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical … Read more
Ariana Grande has shared why she chose to be credited under her full name, “Ariana Grande-Butera,” in the upcoming “Wicked” film adaptation. The pop star, 31, plays Glinda the Good Witch in the first part of the two-film series, set to hit theaters on Nov. 22. Though known professionally as “Ariana Grande,” the singer surprised … Read more
Ariana Grande has taste. The 31-year-old pop star channeled several iconic women in Hollywood while hosting “Saturday Night Live” this weekend. During her opening monologue, Grande joked that she was only there to host and wanted to be “low key” during the episode. Ariana Grande during her opening monologue on “SNL.” “I just want to … Read more
So wicked. Ariana Grande fiercely defended her relationship with boyfriend Ethan Slater in a new interview with Vanity Fair. The 31-year-old singer began dating Slater, 32, last year after they met on set of the upcoming film adaptation of “Wicked” (set to hit theaters in November) around the time that they split from their respective spouses. “The most … Read more
The family of one of Jeffrey Dahmer’s victims slammed “sick” Ariana Grande for once saying that the prolific killer was her dream dinner guest. Appearing on the “Podcrushed” podcast earlier this month, the “We Can’t Be Friends” hitmaker, 31, recalled telling a group of kids during a Q&A that she was interested in sitting down … Read more
Scooter Braun is saying goodbye to his career in music management. The 42-year-old announced on Instagram Monday that after 23 years he’s retiring from music management but is keeping his position as CEO of HYBE America, the South Korean entertainment corporation behind K-pop megastars BTS. This comes after Braun parted ways with some of his biggest … Read more
French luxury house Maison Margiela, founded in 1988, is known for pushing the envelope with couture creations that highlight the dark, romantic and whimsical. John Galliano — the label’s current creative directory and a veteran of iconic labels Dior and Givenchy — cranked up the heat for multiple custom confections at the 2024 Met Gala’s … Read more
It’s an egg-cellent time to be a pop fan. And while Taylor Swift may be music’s boss bunny when it comes to burrowing those Easter eggs for us to dig out and dissect — a tunneling trend that will no doubt continue when she drops “The Tortured Poets Department” on April 19 — she isn’t … Read more
New research has found that listening to popular artists like Drake, Ariana Grande, Eminem, Billie Eilish, Beyoncé and Harry Styles can make you a better driver. A study by Autotrader tested car operators, who were subjected to 20 popular artists while their “hazard perception” was being tested on the road. A new study suggested that … Read more