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  • Ariana Grande keeps Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba ears next to her printer


    Ariana Grande recently revealed that Cynthia Erivo‘s prosthetic Elphaba ears from Wicked now reside in a very… unique place in her home. 

    “Right now, they’re just, like, next to the printer,” the actress admitted in a recent BBC Radio 1 interview. “With, like, pens and printer and then Cynthia’s ears.” 

    Still, Grande noted that she’s open to potentially moving them from their place of pride next to the printer in order to playfully prank her guests. “But sometimes if I’m having guests over or if I put out a tray of whatever, I’ll just kind of leave them nearby to see if anyone gets a little confused,” she said. “I’m just kidding. I’ve never done that, but I will. No, yeah, they’re next to the printer for now.” 

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    Ariana Grande as Glinda.

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    Grande added that it feels like a good spot for them. “Framing them is weird,” she confessed as interviewer Ali Plumb began to change topics. “Sorry! Go ahead, I’m still thinking about it. I’m spiraling about it.”

    Plumb then offered up his own ear placement suggestion. “I think hide them in the downstairs loo and just have them there with no context, don’t explain them, that’s where they live,” he said, prompting Grande to reply, “I love it.” 

    Why exactly did Erivo end up sporting prosthetic ears in order to play Elphaba, you may ask? Well, the actress revealed in a November Elle interview that it was due to her collection of piercings. “I have a million piercings, so they brought in a prosthetic artist, who created basically a shell for my ears,” Erivo confessed at the time. “Those aren’t my ears!”

    Grande first confessed to taking Erivo’s ear prosthetics home with her during a November Today interview. And, as it turns out, they weren’t the only prop that she took after filming wrapped, either. 

    “It’s just a question of, ‘What did we leave? What didn’t we take?’” Grande joked, noting that she took her character Glinda’s wand, books, and “several snow globes from the Emerald City.” 

    She also noted that she took “a piece of Johnny Bailey … that he gave me,” but declined to shed any further information about it at the time because it’s a “movie two spoiler.”

    Watch Grande talk about owning Elphaba’s ears in the clip above. 



    Ariana Grande, the pop sensation known for her powerhouse vocals and iconic ponytail, has revealed a surprising keepsake she has in her home office – Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba ears from the Broadway musical “Wicked”.

    In a recent Instagram post, Grande shared a photo of the green, pointed ears worn by Erivo during her time playing the role of Elphaba in the hit musical. Grande explained that she keeps the ears next to her printer as a reminder of the magic of Broadway and the incredible talent of Erivo.

    Fans were quick to express their excitement and admiration for Grande’s unique memento, with many praising her love for theater and her support of fellow performers.

    It seems that even while recording chart-topping hits and dazzling audiences with her vocal range, Ariana Grande still finds inspiration in the world of theater. And with Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba ears by her side, there’s no telling what musical magic Grande will create next.

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  • Ariana Grande Kept Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba Ears


    Being in Wicked was a life-long dream come true for Ariana Grande, who plays Glinda in the feature adaptation of the hit Broadway musical. Getting to be part of the world has been huge for her, so it makes sense that she kept some souvenirs from the set to remember the experience… including a key prop that helped transform Cynthia Erivo into Elphaba.

    For anyone on the internet who has been holding space for the friendship between Grande and Erivo, the duo has talked about their matching “for good” and poppy tattoos as part of all the ways they have expressed their love for one another like the real life Glinda and Elphie they are. Recently a new addition to their bestie lore has been revealed: Grande does actually have in her possession Erivo’s prosthetic ears from the shoot.

    In Grande’s recent interview with BBC Radio 1, the Oscar nominee confirmed it, and revealed where exactly she keeps her odd keepsake of a piece of Elphaba’s body. “So right now they’re just next to the printer, like with like pens and printer and then like Cynthia’s ears.” (The props were made to cover the piercings on Erivo’s her real ears.) “But sometimes if I’m having guests over, if I put out a tray of whatever, I’ll just kind of leave them nearby to see if anyone gets a little confused.”

    Grande quickly interjected, “I’m just kidding, I’ve never done that, but I will. No, yeah, they’re next to the printer for now. Framing them is weird.”

    It makes us wonder what Erivo might have kept of Glinda’s from the film, and if it’s as much of a choice as Grande’s trinkets. Friends honor each other in so many unique ways and the way the duo gush over each other is a tribute to their love of their Wicked characters.

    The interview with Grande goes on to discuss one of her favorite moments during the shoot: when Erivo winked at Grande during the film’s pivotal “Defying Gravity” performance to help anchor the actress in Glinda’s strength. It nearly broke Grande out of character, but she held it together—”It’s a very emotional moment,” Grande said of that powerful and affirming gesture—and director Jon M. Chu kept it in the final cut.

    “I think it’s very hard to say goodbye to someone that you love. And I think in that moment, we’re both breaking. And I think the wink was so generous and warm because I think she knows how hard it is for Glinda to open up and cry and to become emotional like that,” Grande said. “That’s why I’m trying so hard not to, and I’m crying through—I’m smiling through the—and I’m trying not— I’m holding back and she’s just like, ‘I’ve got you, it’s okay.’”

    Grande continued, “And I think that’s what is so beautiful about ‘Defying Gravity’ is that it’s the true example of unconditional love. It is saying to someone, ‘I recognize that we can no longer grow together. We have to grow apart and I want that for you because I know it’s right and best for you but it just isn’t right and best for me. We’ve got this.’ And the wink is such a—it’s such a loud way of saying that.”

    Watch the rest of the interview below:

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    Ariana Grande is known for her incredible vocal range and stunning performances, but did you know she also has a heart of gold? Recently, it was revealed that Ariana Grande kept Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba ears as a memento from their time working together on the musical “Wicked.”

    In a recent interview, Cynthia Erivo, who played Elphaba in the Broadway production of “Wicked,” shared that Ariana Grande had surprised her by holding onto the iconic green ears that she wore during her performances. Erivo expressed her gratitude for Grande’s thoughtful gesture, saying that it meant a lot to her to have a piece of that special time in her life preserved by a fellow performer.

    It’s heartwarming to see artists supporting and appreciating each other in such a meaningful way. Ariana Grande’s gesture serves as a reminder of the camaraderie and camaraderie that can be found in the world of musical theater, where performers often form close bonds while working together on stage.

    We can only imagine the sentimental value that those Elphaba ears hold for Cynthia Erivo, and we applaud Ariana Grande for her kindness and thoughtfulness. It’s moments like these that remind us of the power of music and the connections it can create between artists.

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  • Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s Full Met Gala Performance Unveiled

    Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s Full Met Gala Performance Unveiled


    Last year, 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. Following the performance, Grande shared a snippet to her TikTok account, and now, actress Cara Delevingne has released the full performance in an Instagram post to begin the new year.

    “This is a gift from me to you, one of my favorite moments of the year,” the caption reads. “This performance shook me to my core. These two woman, their friendship, their voices, the message…” Watch the full performance below.

    Their rendition of the Stephen Schwartz song is reminiscent of pop cover by Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey, which hit the charts in 1998 during the original release of the film. 

    The two artists starred together in the blockbuster film adaptation of Wicked, which was just released on digital. In addition to Erivo and Grande, the Wicked film adaptation stars Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Ethan Slater as Boq, and Marissa Bode as Nessarose. The first part was released on November 22, 2024, with Wicked: For Good hitting theaters on November 21, 2025.

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    At this year’s highly anticipated Met Gala, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo stole the show with their show-stopping performance. The two powerhouse vocalists took to the stage to perform a stunning duet that left the audience in awe.

    Grande and Erivo’s performance showcased their incredible vocal abilities and undeniable chemistry on stage. The duo sang a medley of some of their biggest hits, including Grande’s “Thank U, Next” and Erivo’s “Stand Up” from the movie “Harriet.”

    Their performance was a true highlight of the night, with fans and attendees alike praising their talent and stage presence. The duo’s collaboration was a perfect blend of pop and soul, creating a memorable moment that will go down in Met Gala history.

    If you missed their performance, be sure to check out the full video online to witness the magic that unfolded on stage. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo truly brought the house down at this year’s Met Gala, leaving everyone in awe of their incredible talent.

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