Ariana Grande says 'Wicked' was a gift — and she's proud to be in a 'beautiful coven'

As a kid, Grande loved singing karaoke with her family. "I looked up to Whitney and Mariah and Celine endlessly," she says. "I think that's a large part of the reason why I learned to sing."

Feb 5, 2025 - 03:35
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Ariana Grande says 'Wicked' was a gift — and she's proud to be in a 'beautiful coven'
Ariana Grande initially auditioned for both witch roles in <em>Wicked,</em> but "I knew I was Glinda," she says.

As a kid, Grande loved singing karaoke with her family. "I looked up to Whitney and Mariah and Celine endlessly," she says. "I think that's a large part of the reason why I learned to sing."

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