Ariana Grande Heard Singing as Glinda in 'Wicked' Movie for First Time, Fans Compare to Kristin Chenoweth's Vocals
Videos of Ariana Grande singing on the set of the Wicked movie have leaked online and provided fans with their first listen of her Glinda vocals.
The role of Glinda is known for singing in an operatic voice as the role was originated by soprano Kristin Chenoweth on Broadway. Fans have wondered if Ariana can hit the notes and the answer is a clear YES!
The 29-year-old actress sounds incredible in the clips that have surfaced of her singing the opening number “No One Mourns the Wicked” while filming on an outdoor set in England.
People on social media have noted that Ariana sounds just like Kristin, with some wondering if she’s actually lip-syncing to KC‘s recording as they sound so alike.
Keep reading to find out more…
You can watch the clips HERE and HERE.
Did you know that four famous actresses have confirmed they auditioned to play Glinda in the movie?
Read some fan comments below…
i knew the minute they casted ariana as glinda that wicked was gonna be amazing. she has the voice & she grew up with wicked like kristin chenoweth is her idol. she embodies glinda, i can’t wait to see it
— isabel (@bieballinit) April 18, 2023
kristin chenoweth really made sure miss ponytail was sounding good yupp
— Kendall Roy’s Assistant (@ultrashaila) April 18, 2023
she is truly Kristin Chenoweth’s daughter like
— ang | thee diet c0ke wh0re (@wildsidegrande) April 18, 2023