Universal has disputed a rumor that Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo had been paid considerably otherwise for his or her work on the hit musical adaptation Wicked.
What did Common say concerning the pay disparity rumor?
In a current assertion to The Hollywood Reporter, a Common spokesperson stated that any rumors of the pair having a large pay disparity was “fully false” and had no foundation for his or her veracity.
“Reviews of pay disparity between Cynthia and Ariana are fully false and primarily based on web fodder. The ladies acquired equal pay for his or her work on Depraved,” the spokesperson stated.
Rumors initially started popping up throughout widespread social media websites TikTok and Reddit, with customers claiming that Grande was paid $15 million for her work within the movie, whereas Erivo was paid simply $1 million. The story didn’t have a lot proof behind it, however it rapidly started spreading throughout numerous posts and information shops.
The Wicked films are directed by Jon M. Chu from a screenplay written by the musical’s ebook author Winnie Holzman. It’s primarily based on Maguire’s bestselling novel and the Tony-winning stage musical.
The ensemble forged is led by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, who play Galinda Upland and Elphaba Thropp within the movie, respectively. The remainder of the forged consists of Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero Tigelaar, Jeff Goldblum because the Wizard of Oz, Peter Dinklage as Physician Dillamond, Bowen Yang as Pfannee, Keala Settle as Miss Coddle, Marissa Bode as Nessarose Thropp, Bronwyn James as ShenShen, Ethan Slater as Boq, and extra.
“The movie tells the untold story of the witches of Oz: Elphaba, a younger girl, misunderstood due to her uncommon inexperienced pores and skin, who has but to find her true energy; and Glinda, a well-liked younger girl, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has but to find her true coronary heart,” reads the official synopsis. “The 2 meet as college students at Shiz College within the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely however profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Great Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very totally different paths.” Glinda’s unflinching want for recognition sees her seduced by energy, whereas Elphaba’s dedication to stay true to herself, and to these round her, can have sudden and stunning penalties on her future. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will finally see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Depraved Witch of the West.”
Depraved: Half One is out now in theaters. The sequel, Wicked: Part Two, is presently set for November 21, 2025.
(Supply: The Hollywood Reporter)
