Cynthia Erivo’s Comment on 'Wicked' Auditions Draws Renewed Attention After Amanda Seyfried’s Reflection

Amanda Seyfried has revealed details about her audition for Glinda, reigniting discussions around Cynthia Erivo's remark about her audition partners.

Amanda Seyfried auditioned for the role of Glinda in the 'Wicked' movie, singing alongside Cynthia Erivo during the process.
Cynthia Erivo previously commented in a New York Times interview that she was relieved Ariana Grande was cast as Glinda instead of the 'two ladies' she auditioned with, a remark fans have interpreted as potentially dismissive.
Seyfried recently reflected on her audition experience on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, describing it as a valuable moment despite not landing the role.
Fans remain divided over Erivo's comment, with some viewing it as humorous while others see it as unprofessional or dismissive.
The 'Wicked' movie, featuring Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, has been released and is receiving attention for its performances.