The Glinda depicter in the upcoming 'Wicked' big-screen adaptation shares a meme likening the up-and-coming artist to Cynthia Erivo's green-skinned character Elphaba.
- Jun 12, 2024
AceShowbiz - Ariana Grande has firmly secured her spot in the limelight yet again, this time as a member of the Pink Pony Club. The renowned pop star's recent engagements include a viral tribute to the up-and-coming artist Chappell Roan, sparking a new wave of excitement. Roan's standout performance at the 2024 Gov Ball in New York City featured her striking Statue of Liberty look, complete with green-painted skin, which led to numerous memes and references to Grande's upcoming role in the "Wicked" films.
The buzz escalated on Monday, June 10 when Grande shared a meme on her Instagram Story, swapping out Cynthia Erivo's Elphaba with an image of Roan, similarly green-skinned, in a scene from the "Wicked" trailer. "You're green!" exclaims Glinda, Grande's character in the film. Roan's Wicked Witch character responds, "I am." Grande captioned the meme with a heartfelt, "I really [a heart emoji] @chappellroan," expressing her admiration for the young artist.
Chappell Roan's Gov Ball performance wasn't just a visual spectacle, it was also a platform for advocacy. Declining an invitation from the White House to perform for Pride, Roan boldly voiced her demand for "liberty, freedom and justice for all." During her set, she dedicated the song "My Kink Is Karma" to the Biden Administration, emphasizing the need for genuine justice before she'd accept future invitations.
Ariana Grande, meanwhile, continues to enchant fans with her multi-faceted career. Notably, she recently dropped the music video for "The Boy Is Mine" on June 7. The video, characterized by Grande's elaborate creations from her R.E.M. Beauty line, showcases the pop star's alter-ego Peaches, a character inspired by Kate Winslet's Clementine from "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind". In the video, Peaches transforms into a seductive, Catwoman-esque femme fatale, aiming to capture Penn Badgley's character's attention.
Grande's playful commentary on her alter-egos is nothing short of captivating. "When your alter-ego has its own alter-ego, that's when you know it's time to see a therapist," she quipped in a makeup tutorial, highlighting her humorous and relatable personality.
Having transitioned seamlessly from Nickelodeon star to global pop sensation, Ariana Grande's journey is marked by chart-topping albums and singles, Grammy wins and countless collaborations with industry heavyweights like The Weeknd, Lady GaGa and Doja Cat. Despite her larger-than-life presence, Grande's recent activities reflect an artist who remains deeply connected to her peers and committed to advocacy through her platform.
As fans eagerly await the Thanksgiving premiere of "Wicked" first installment, one thing is clear. both Ariana Grande and Chappell Roan are redefining the modern music landscape with their sheer talent and unwavering dedication to causes close to their hearts.
