Cynthia ErivoandAriana Grandewere paid the same salary for their co-starring roles inWicked, according to a Universal Pictures spokesperson.
The response follows unsubstantiated rumors on social media around theWickedstarsearnings on the blockbuster musical.
The women received equal pay for their work onWicked.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo attend the “Wicked: Part One” European premiere on Nov. 18, 2024.Karwai Tang/WireImage
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