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Wicked Stars' Oscar Snub: 'Creepy' Promo Tactics Cited
26 Jan
Summary
- Voters felt Grande and Erivo's promotional displays were off-putting.
- Actress's chemistry was noted, but they often appeared apart.
- Their 'gushing' and public affection was described as 'cosplaying'.
An anonymous Oscar voter has revealed that Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's promotional activities for Wicked may have contributed to their 2026 Oscar snubs. The voter suggested that the actresses' overtly affectionate press tour displays "creeped a lot of people out," making them appear as if they were "cosplaying" rather than authentic.
Despite acknowledging the stars' chemistry, the voter noted that the pair often appeared apart in the film. Furthermore, their promotional performances were described as overwhelming, with one voter implying they were "protecting Ariana from her anxiety." This sentiment suggests a backlash against their highly publicized interactions.
Recent viral moments, such as Grande and Erivo describing each other's 'auras' in contrasting colors and Grande clasping Erivo's finger during an emotional interview, were met with public ridicule and online jokes. These instances, alongside concerns over their noticeable weight loss, seemingly impacted perceptions among Academy voters.
While Grande received a Golden Globe nomination for her role, both actresses ultimately missed out on Oscar nods. Erivo notably stepped in to protect Grande from an overzealous fan at a film premiere in Singapore earlier this year.
