Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s friendship was the main topic of discussion during the promotions of the “Wicked” franchise. Although there have always been rumors that the two co-stars were not really friends, and that it was strictly their work, in a recent interview, Erivo weighed in on the matter and put the speculation to rest.
Cynthia Erivo talks about her friendship with Ariana Grande
While chatting with Variety, Erivo discussed what life has been like after the ‘Wicked’ franchise. During the interview, he also addresses some unfounded rumors that he and Ariana Grande are not friends in real life.The 39-year-old said: “I think people didn’t really believe we were really friends. But that’s also because people don’t know me very well. If I’m a friend, I’m a friend. If I’m not, I’m not.” He added that the two were quite close at the time and often tried to help each other.He also commented: “It’s very interesting to see what people’s perception is and what reality really is. Many psychologists sitting at home deciding who we were, what we were going through, what we were doing and why.” He added that the two text each other almost every day and are still close friends.Regarding the ‘Wicked’ franchise, the actor commented that it was “a storm in a teacup”, and that “it took everything and changed my life beautifully”.
Cynthia Erivo mentions Ariana Grande in her memoir
This is not the first time that the actor has spoken about his relationship with Ariana Grande. Last year, when Erivo released her memoir, “Simply More: A Book for Anyone Who Has Been Told They’re Too Much,” she revealed how close they are and how they made a pact when they got together for the movies.She wrote in the book: “We often hear how female actors – or really, any actors – can sometimes let their egos get in the way until they fight each other, destroying the creative process for everyone involved. We were determined to do the opposite.”
