Kristin Chenoweth has weighed in on Ariana Grande’s recent comments about their shared role as Glinda in Wicked, agreeing with the idea that the character might be "a little in the closet." In an interview with Gay Times, Ariana suggested that Glinda could be interpreted as having hidden aspects of her identity. Kristin, who originated the role of Glinda on Broadway in 2003, shared her thoughts in the comments section of an Instagram post by E! News, writing, “I thought so too way back when….”
Kristin's portrayal of Glinda earned her a Tony nomination, although the award went to Idina Menzel, who played Elphaba in the original production. The highly anticipated Wicked movie, starring Ariana as Glinda, is expected to surpass $120 million in its opening weekend, according to Deadline, with glowing reviews from fans and critics alike.
Meanwhile, Wicked merchandise has become a hot item, with collectible popcorn buckets and cups already popping up for sale on eBay at high prices.