Wicked
Cynthia Erivo denies romance rumors with Ariana Grande
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Cynthia Erivo has shut down speculation that her close bond with Wicked co-star Ariana Grande is romantic. The actress called out the 'strange fascination' with their friendship in a recent interview. She emphasized it's all platonic.
Netflix releases the Peaky Blinders movie while Peacock streams Wicked: For Good on March 20, 2026. Jury Duty's second season debuts alongside other shows and NCAA basketball games.
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The original soundtrack for Stranger Things season 5 has reached number one on the UK's Official Soundtrack Albums Chart for the week ending 26 February 2026. Compiled by the Official Charts Company, the chart reflects sales across digital bundles, CDs, vinyl and other formats. Prince's Purple Rain OST climbs to number two after 1003 weeks on the chart.
Cynthia Erivo's chances for a Best Actress Oscar nomination have dropped significantly, falling 25 percentage points to 38% according to Gold Derby predictions. The Wicked: For Good star slipped out of the top five contenders after a mixed reception to the sequel and a snub at the Critics Choice Awards. Despite this, she secured a Golden Globe nomination, offering some hope for a comeback.
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Ariana Grande recounted hilarious and profane advice from her late grandmother during a recent Q&A event tied to her 'Wicked: For Good' promotions. The singer-actress grew emotional sharing how Nonna's words continue to inspire her amid the film's awards recognition. Grande also celebrated a second Golden Globe nomination for her supporting role.
The second installment of the Wicked film series, Wicked: For Good, soared to a record-breaking $150 million in North American theaters during its opening weekend, contributing to a global haul of $226 million. Directed by Jon M. Chu and starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, the film surpassed the debut of its predecessor and marked the biggest opening for a Broadway musical adaptation. This success underscores the franchise's cultural impact following the first film's Oscar wins and $758 million worldwide gross.
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Universal's 'Wicked: For Good' soared to $150 million domestically and $76 million internationally for a $226 million global opening weekend, setting multiple records for Broadway adaptations. The film, directed by Jon M. Chu and starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, outperformed its predecessor in key markets and earned an 'A' CinemaScore. This success provides a much-needed boost to a struggling box office ahead of the holiday season.
Wicked: For Good receives zero 2026 Oscar nominations
January 10, 2026 21:39Ariana Grande denies new music before Eternal Sunshine Tour launch
January 09, 2026 08:17Ariana Grande champions Cynthia Erivo after SAG awards snub
January 05, 2026 09:01Stephen Schwartz reaffirms boycott of Kennedy Center over politicization
January 02, 2026 14:11Stephen Schwartz latest artist to boycott Kennedy Center amid Trump changes
November 27, 2025 03:43Stephen Schwartz reveals new Wicked: For Good songs and spinoff potential
November 26, 2025 21:20Writers and stars reveal Wicked: For Good's creative expansions
November 26, 2025 21:01Stray Kids eyes Billboard 200 No. 1 against Taylor Swift
November 24, 2025 02:42Wicked: For Good unveils comprehensive merchandise lineup
November 24, 2025 02:42Jon M. Chu kept final shot of Wicked: For Good secret from studio