Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Negotiated 'Wicked' Pay

"This picture is so powerful": Fans react to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's look for the latest Variety Magazine pictorial
Fans poured admiration on Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's look for the latest Variety Magazine cover story. Variety took to its official Instagram handle on January 2, 2025, to
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Tell All on ‘Wicked’ Oscar Buzz, Queer Glinda, That Viral Press Tour and What to Expect From Part 2
"Wicked" director Jon M. Chu and stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are ready to shine at the Golden Globes.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo 'Went Through Our Contracts Together' Before Signing on to “Wicked”: 'Her Needs Become My Needs'
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo weren’t just in sync on the Wicked set— but prior to filming as well. The actresses revealed in an interview with Variety published on Thursday, Jan. 2, that after being hired as the two leads of the film, they worked together to ensure that both of their needs were met on the set.
Cynthia Erivo Promises to ‘Raise Hell' if Ariana Grande Doesn't Get Oscar Nomination for Wicked
Cynthia Erivo is prepared to "raise hell" if Ariana Grande doesn't get an Oscar nomination for her role as Galinda/Glinda in 2024's Wicked. Directed by Jon M. Chu, Wicked hit United States theaters in November 2024.
Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Throw Water on Pay Disparity Rumors
This month, its stars and director covered Variety and addressed at least two of the promotion cycle’s most persistent rumors: that Grande and Erivo were paid vastly different sums, and Grande’s apparent voice change.
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Finally Discuss That Weird Closeness They Had During the 'Wicked' Press Run
No one has had a better press run than singers Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo of “Wicked.” And despite the internet clowning the duo for their close — sometimes too much for comfort — friendship, the pair said it was all organic.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Were ‘Really F—ing Honest’ About Their ‘Wicked’ Pay and Contracts
Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were equal partners for Wicked, both in front of and behind the camera. The actresses opened up about working together to establish equal salaries while filming the two-part movie musical in a joint interview with Variety published on Thursday.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Know What Glinda and Elphaba Mean to Wicked Fans
These women became Elphaba and Glinda for the fans and it shows. In an interview with Variety, the stars discussed their transformations—particularly Grande. As one of the most recognized global pop superstars,
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Were 'Honest' About 'Wicked' Contracts
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 18: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande attend the European Premiere of "Wicked: Part One" at The Royal Festival Hall on November 18, 2024 in London, England. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo fought to make sure they were paid equally as Wicked costars.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's Full Met Gala Performance Unveiled
Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo took the stage at the Met Gala to perform a powerful rendition of When You Believe from The Prince of Egypt. Cara Delevingne has just released the full performance in an Instagram post to begin the new year.
Cynthia Erivo Hopes to Keep Creating Work That Will ‘Resonate and Hopefully Move People’
Cynthia Erivo on receiving Variety's Creative Impact Award and her hopes to keep creating Work that will "Resonate and ...
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were ‘really f – – king honest’ as they negotiated ‘Wicked’ salaries together
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo have officially confirmed they got paid the same amount for “Wicked.” “We went through our ...