Who Else Auditioned for Glinda in 'Wicked' Movie? These 4 Actresses Did, But Ariana Grande Got the Role

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Ariana Grande is getting Oscar buzz for her work in the Wicked movie and she landed the role of Glinda over many other actresses who hoped to play the part.

Four stars have confirmed that they auditioned to play Glinda in Wicked, though we’re pretty sure there were dozens of others who were up for the role as well. “I think one of the most overlooked facts of the #WickedMovie Casting was that EVERYONE HAD to audition.

NO straight offers & they showed up! It was incredibly humbling to witness these actors spill their guts on the floor for this movie,” director Jon M.

Churevealed last year. “Cynthia and Ariana EARNED their roles and brought our little audition room to tears multiple times throughout the process.