We can’t help but feel a mix of emotions—it’s just one of those moments. Everything seems surreal, almost too perfect. With four good hands between us, even when we hold hands, it all just aligns like magic.
Everywhere you turn, Wicked is the talk of the town—and for good reason. This movie is shaping up to be one of 2024’s biggest hits. But with all the hype, fans are left wondering: Are Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s seemingly close interactions genuine, or just part of the promotional playbook? Let’s break it down.
Don’t get me wrong—I’m just as excited for Wicked as everyone else. But does anyone else find their press tour a bit… strange? The chemistry between Cynthia and Ariana in interviews feels a little forced at times. I’m not trying to throw shade—this is a huge deal for everyone involved. Fans have been eagerly waiting for this movie since production began back in December 2022. Then, of course, there was the SAG-AFTRA strike, which delayed everything. Now that it’s finally happening, it feels like Ariana and Cynthia are putting in extra effort to make this their big moment.
What do you think? Are their interactions the real deal, or just part of the Wicked buzz machine?
I’m not sure what kind of relationship these two have, but after working together on Wicked, it’s obvious they’ve formed a really close bond. That said, their interactions in interviews sometimes come off a little… cringey. It’s almost like they’re trying too hard, and it leaves us wondering—are they really this close, or is it all for the cameras? Let’s take a look at some of those awkward moments.
One thing people are noticing is how their interactions feel kind of staged, like they’re putting on a show. It makes you think—are they genuinely this close, or is it just a performance? Let’s dive into this clip and see what we think.
“Yeah, we just had our own private cry in the parking lot.”
“Oh, stop. Jesus Christ, don’t do it.”
“Don’t look at me like that!”
“She’s got a little bit of her softness, and she’s got her strength, and I’ve got a little bit of her strength.”
“Truthfully, we’re a bunch of crybabies.”
We all know that working on Wicked has been a dream for Ariana Grande—and probably for Cynthia Erivo too, especially with the kind of paycheck they’re getting. But what stands out in a lot of their interviews is how emotional they both get. In one interview with Access Hollywood, they’re hugging and clearly trying to hold back tears. It almost feels like they’re trying to stop themselves from becoming one emotional blob.
I can’t really figure out if they truly love each other or if there’s some underlying tension between them. Ariana does admit, “We’ve cried 500 times today,” and honestly, that feels like a PSA to the world: “Sorry, everyone, we’re emotional today!” Even Ariana acknowledges how exhausting it all is when she says, “I’m annoyed. I’m tired. My tear ducts are tired. We’re all tired.”
When Ariana talks about having a private cry in the parking lot, I’m honestly kind of wondering if we’re seeing the real side of them or if it’s all just for show. Cynthia adds that they’ve been through a lot together, and it’s all about sticking together through tough times. I think we’re meant to believe that these emotional moments are raw and genuine.
Ariana then says, “Why does emotional availability scare you so?” Cynthia responds, saying their tears come from a place of happiness and gratitude. But let’s be honest—Ariana’s accent changes and the different personas she puts on make everything a little more uncomfortable.
When it comes to the Wicked press tour, their relationship feels intense. Fans are clearly fascinated by them, but whether it’s genuine admiration or second-hand embarrassment, I’m not entirely sure. Some people defend them, saying they’re just really passionate about their work and that’s why they’re so emotional.
Others, though, find their public displays of emotion kind of awkward. And of course, TikTok is all over this, having a field day with their dynamic. One TikTok even joked, “What did you have for lunch on set while filming Wicked?” and the response was something like, “Wow, I love you.” It’s like, What on earth happened behind the scenes to make them this emotional?
But here’s the thing: I think there are two sides to this. One, they are genuinely proud of what they’re doing, and that’s why they’re getting emotional. Two, those public moments might seem a little forced at times. Either way, Wicked has everyone talking, and I’m here for it.
So, what do you think? Is their bond real, or is it just another PR moment?
In our last video about Wicked, we briefly touched on the pressure surrounding potential weight loss, and of course, Ozempic—everyone in L.A. is on it! It feels like they’re pumping it into the water supply! Honestly, I don’t even want any part of it. I’m like, “No thanks!”
But, I do wonder about their mental state. I mean, they’re constantly being interviewed. What’s their day-to-day like? Where are they mentally?
And speaking of Wicked, look at this! We’ve got “For Good” on our hands—literally! We’ve got the tattoos on opposite hands so when we hold hands, they touch. It’s wild, right? Totally ridiculous, but fun.
And the puppies—don’t even get me started! We have puppies now!
Oh, and that puppy scene? I just love it!
Wait, do you have your broom under there?
Broom?
Yeah, this one!
Oh, right! The broom there, and then the hat on top. Girl, that broom scene was everything!
And then there’s the heart tattoo on the back of our legs.
Yeah, did you get one after every day of shooting?
Honestly, it felt like it!
Might as well have, right?
I saw this comment that made me laugh: “Not one, not two, but ten matching tattoos!”
Now, here’s the thing—some fans are totally celebrating their bond and are so excited for the movie. But there’s another side of people questioning whether their closeness is real or just a way to promote the film.
I think it’s somewhere in the middle. I mean, do you think they’ll still be hanging out every single day after the film wraps? Probably not.
Oh, and I found this hilarious TikTok that I had to include. It shows these two women reenacting how Cynthia and Ariana act during their interviews. It’s spot-on:
“Where are you from?”
“Dayton, Ohio.”
“Oh my God!”
“Oh my God, oh my God, oh my God, did I say something wrong?”
“It’s been such an honor to stand by Cynthia during this hard time—her battling cancer… I mean, I’m just…”
“Bald.”
“Oh, I’m sorry, I’m actually a little hungry.”
“Oh, she’s hungry. Okay, we’ll come back to that.”
“She knows everything. She even understands the Black experience. She’s a chameleon, a shapeshifter. She knows more about being Black than, honestly, I do.”
“You go potty?”
“Okay. I love you.”
“I love you.”
And here’s the real question we’re all thinking: when all this is over… will they ever speak again?
Imagine if Drew Barrymore interviewed them. You just know, if Drew was in the mix, it would probably turn into… well, a threesome. I’m joking, but seriously, things would definitely get physical because Drew just has this way of hopping onto anyone who joins her on the couch!
Let’s check out another press compilation of these two:
On and off screen, their friendship is the real deal. It’s such a genuine bond, and you can see it growing even more through this press tour.
Okay, something’s definitely on her mind—she’s about to fix something. You can tell she’s got that “fixing itch” right now.
Oh, there it is! Thank you! Honestly, that’s just what good friends do. I mean, if I see someone with their necklace clasp in the front, I can’t help but fix it. It’s one of those things that really bugs me.
Now, I don’t think there’s a big issue here, but I do think it’s a little strange how seriously they’re taking everything. It’s almost like they’re getting too deep about it, kind of losing touch with the reality of where we are as a society.
I saw one interview clip that made me wonder, “Wait, are we on the same planet here?” They were talking about this romantic connection between Galinda and Elphaba in the movie. It was just awkward because it felt like the interviewer and the guests weren’t even on the same wavelength, almost like they were having two separate conversations.
Check out this clip with me this week:
“People are taking the lyrics of ‘Defying Gravity’ and really holding space with that, and feeling power in that.” “Uh, I didn’t know that was happening. I’ve seen it.” “Yeah, that’s really powerful.” “Mhm, yeah, that’s what I wanted.”
Wait—Ariana grabbed her finger? What is that about? I didn’t know that was even a thing. I’ve seen a few posts about it, but I’m not sure how big it’s gotten. Then again, I’m always tuned into queer media, so maybe that’s why I noticed it.
A lot of people are commenting on how Ariana has this history of forming deep, intense relationships and then quickly moving on. They wonder if her bond with Cynthia will last beyond the press tour and production commitments. They’re basically questioning whether their friendship will survive once the press tour is over.
But honestly, I’m not too worried about them falling out. Maybe? I don’t think so, because the second part of Wicked is coming out next year. We’ll be getting another press tour, another round of interviews!
And honestly, I’m excited for it. Same content, same videos!
One comment said:
“I feel like Ariana gets these super intense relationships and then just moves on.”
But seriously, I think it’s cute that they’re supporting each other. Plus, this is only the first part of Wicked, so we’ve got a whole other press tour coming next year. Who knows how close they’ll be by then?
Wait, this is giving me so much joy. Just look at them! Oh, it really is their moment.
You can’t deny it’s cute, but it’s also kind of cringe-worthy at the same time—cute and cringey, all in one!