Overview
- In a Hollywood Reporter interview published Nov. 3, Chenoweth said talk of friction with Idina Menzel stemmed from their different processes and described a sister-like bond.
- She recalled reacting to Wicked’s early lukewarm reviews by focusing on audience response, telling Menzel the show’s impact would outlast the notices.
- Chenoweth is currently in previews for The Queen of Versailles on Broadway, which began Oct. 8 with an opening night scheduled for Nov. 9.
- Explaining recent career choices, she said she passed on Death Becomes Her because the new role felt bolder and more complex.
- She said controversy over comments about Charlie Kirk almost broke her, confirmed she voted for Kamala Harris in 2024, and indicated she is not in the upcoming Wicked sequel while stopping short of a firm confirmation.