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Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Amanda Seyfried Seemingly Just Identified Herself As One Of The People That Cynthia Erivo Shaded In That 'Unprofessional' Comment About Her 'Wicked' Auditions
By now, we all know Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande were very glad to be cast together as Elphaba and Glinda in the Wicked movie. And while the two were promoting the film, you might recall that Cynthia made a pretty shady dig about the other actors she auditioned with during the lengthy search for Glinda. Kevin Mazur / Getty Images for National Board of Review, Universal Pictures /Courtesy Everett Collection Despite both landing the roles, Cynthia and Ariana never actually read together during the audition process, which is kind of wild when you think about it. So, when asked about her reaction to Ari's eventual casting during an interview with the New York Times in November, Cynthia said: 'Thank goodness, because it was not the two ladies I was auditioning with.' At the time, fans were losing it over Cynthia's shade. Many couldn't decide if it was 'classless' and 'unprofessional' or just hilarious diva behavior. Criticizing the comment, one X user wrote: 'Jokes aside, considering this movie is about female friendship this is a really bitchy thing to say. Like imagine how those 2 women feel reading this.' And, of course, the main thing on everyone's mind was the identity of the 'two ladies' she sang with. From Dove Cameron to the Jonas Brothers, there were tons of reports about the famous folks vying for roles in the Wicked movie, and one person whose name came up a lot was Amanda Seyfried. For years and years, Amanda had talked publicly about her lifelong desire to play Glinda, and in 2022, she revealed that she auditioned for the movie adaptation of Wicked at the same time she was playing Elizabeth Holmes in The Dropout. Universal Pictures / Courtesy Everett Collection, Beth Dubber / ©Hulu / Courtesy Everett Collection And now, in a new appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Amanda shared more details about the intense audition process — notably revealing that she was, in fact, one of the ladies to sing with Cynthia. 'I knew Wicked was coming, so I was able to really prepare, and I'm telling you, I've never felt that solid in my voice than I did at the auditions,' she told host Josh Horowitz, 'and that's kind of what I got out of it.' Amanda obviously made peace with the fact that she didn't get the role and has since praised Ariana's Oscar-nominated performance in the film. Speaking in her new interview, she emphasized what a valuable experience the audition process was despite it not having the outcome she would've hoped for. 'I do, again, think everything happens for a reason,' she said before adding: 'I also got to sing with Cynthia, and that was a moment in itself.' Well, there you have it. The only question remains: Who was the other actor that sang with Cynthia? For what it's worth, Renée Rapp said that she auditioned to play Glinda, although she didn't specify that she actually sang with Cynthia, so who knows? Give me your guesses in the comments! More on this Amanda Seyfried Addressed That Viral Video Of Her Singing 'Popular' From 'Wicked' After Losing The Role Of Glinda To Ariana GrandeEllen Durney · Dec. 17, 2024 Amanda Seyfried Spoke About Losing Out On A 'Wicked' Movie Role To Ariana Grande And Said She 'Bent Over Backwards' To Audition For It While Playing Elizabeth Holmes In 'The Dropout'Ellen Durney · July 21, 2022 People Are Applauding Amanda Seyfried For Being Open About Her Natural Skin In A Makeup-Free TikTokStephanie Soteriou · March 20, 2025
Al Bawaba
22-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Amanda Seyfried clears up Wicked audition speculation with Cynthia Erivo & reflects on missed Marvel role
ALBAWABA - Amanda Seyfried may have resolved months of fan conjecture regarding Cynthia Erivo, 38, and Wicked auditions shade. On the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Amanda said, 'I knew Wicked was coming, so I was able to really prepare, and I'm telling you, I've never felt so solid in my voice as I did during the auditions.' 'I also got to sing with Cynthia [Erivo], and that was a moment in itself,' Amanda remarked on the show. Cynthia told The New York Times in November that Ariana Grande, 31, playing Glinda, was 'no surprise whatsoever.' "I said, "Thank God.'" Cynthia said, 'Thank goodness, because it was not the two ladies that I was auditioning with.' Ariana recounted. TORONTO, ONTARIO - FEBRUARY 25: Amanda Seyfried (Photo by Jeremy Chan / Getty Images via AFP) In 2022, Seyfried, 39, revealed that she had auditioned for Glinda, but she didn't say if she auditioned with Cynthia. She auditioned while filming The Dropout, in which she played disgraced scientist Elizabeth Holmes and earned an Emmy. Amanda accepts her Glinda role denial. She even praised Ariana's performance. 'I do, again, think everything occurs for a reason,' she remarked. 'I also got to sing with Cynthia, and that was a moment in itself.' Glinda has also mentioned Renee Rapp, but she hasn't confirmed it. Amanda declined the role of Gamora in Guardians of the Galaxy with Chris Pratt almost a decade ago. The actress spoke about her career blessings while promoting her new Peacock series, Long Bright River. When asked about ones that almost happened, Seyfried acknowledged the potential to star in James Gunn's 2014 Marvel Comics-based superhero flick. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 10: Amanda Seyfried (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris / Getty Images via AFP) In a March 20 Happy Sad Confused podcast interview, she admits to feeling risky when offered the part. "Appearing in the first Marvel movie to bomb isn't good for your career," she told Josh Horowitz. The film's talking tree and raccoon made me think it would be Marvel's first disaster and Chris Pratt and I would never collaborate again. Was wrong. The Allentown, Pennsylvania native never considered playing Gamora, played by Zoe Saldaña, a risky choice from Gunn, who co-wrote and directed the production. '[He's] a genius, and he's fun, and he's a brilliant director, and he can make anything work,' she remarked. But I was too terrified. I would rather not suffer for work in a dangerous professional stage. Guardians of the Galaxy grossed $773.4 million worldwide and cost $195.9 million to make. Despite the success of superhero films, Seyfried remains true to her instincts and does not play the part. 'I had done some green screen stuff, and it wasn't my cup of tea, and I don't regret any decision,' she said. In that moment, I decided to prioritize my preferences. This decision was excellent for me then, and it continues to be excellent for me now. The Mean Girls actress couldn't be happier for everyone in Guardians of the Galaxy, believing everything turned out as planned. I think Zoe Saldaña, Chris, and everyone involved in the movie are having a wonderful time, and it works for them, which I love. I appreciate that I trusted my instincts. When Seyfried thought she had succeeded as an actor, she reflected on her career since 1996. 'I realized I had entered into a sphere when I was in Mama Mia!' she told Horowitz. 'When Mama Mia! was big, I had additional opportunities.' She added, 'Over the years, the opportunities were still there, but they changed as you did, based on your decisions. Additionally, you're aging and evolving your preferences. I'm happy to still have many possibilities, and now I feel like I've established a place where people trust and appreciate me as an actor.
Buzz Feed
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Amanda Seyfried Seemingly Just Identified Herself As One Of The People That Cynthia Erivo Shaded In That 'Unprofessional' Comment About Her 'Wicked' Auditions
By now, we all know Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande were very glad to be cast together as Elphaba and Glinda in the Wicked movie. And while the two were promoting the film, you might recall that Cynthia made a pretty shady dig about the other actors she auditioned with during the lengthy search for Glinda. Despite both landing the roles, Cynthia and Ariana never actually read together during the audition process, which is kind of wild when you think about it. So, when asked about her reaction to Ari's eventual casting during an interview with the New York Times in November, Cynthia said: 'Thank goodness, because it was not the two ladies I was auditioning with.' At the time, fans were losing it over Cynthia's shade. Many couldn't decide if it was ' classless ' and ' unprofessional ' or just hilarious diva behavior. Criticizing the comment, one X user wrote: 'Jokes aside, considering this movie is about female friendship this is a really bitchy thing to say. Like imagine how those 2 women feel reading this.' And, of course, the main thing on everyone's mind was the identity of the 'two ladies' she sang with. From Dove Cameron to the Jonas Brothers, there were tons of reports about the famous folks vying for roles in the Wicked movie, and one person whose name came up a lot was Amanda Seyfried. For years and years, Amanda had talked publicly about her lifelong desire to play Glinda, and in 2022, she revealed that she auditioned for the movie adaptation of Wicked at the same time she was playing Elizabeth Holmes in The Dropout. And now, in a new appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Amanda shared more details about the intense audition process — notably revealing that she was, in fact, one of the ladies to sing with Cynthia. 'I knew Wicked was coming, so I was able to really prepare, and I'm telling you, I've never felt that solid in my voice than I did at the auditions,' she told host Josh Horowitz, 'and that's kind of what I got out of it.' Amanda obviously made peace with the fact that she didn't get the role and has since praised Ariana's Oscar-nominated performance in the film. Speaking in her new interview, she emphasized what a valuable experience the audition process was despite it not having the outcome she would've hoped for. 'I do, again, think everything happens for a reason,' she said before adding: 'I also got to sing with Cynthia, and that was a moment in itself.' Well, there you have it. The only question remains: Who was the other actor that sang with Cynthia? For what it's worth, Renée Rapp said that she auditioned to play Glinda, although she didn't specify that she actually sang with Cynthia, so who knows? Give me your guesses in the comments!
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Amanda Seyfried played a trendy teen in 'Mean Girls.' In 'Long Bright River,' she's a cop trying to solve murders. 'To be honest, there's a great challenge in both.'
For Amanda Seyfried, who's played both a trend-obsessed popular girl in Mean Girls and a biotech fraud in The Dropout, taking on the role of a Philadelphia police officer in Long Bright River is another challenge in her resume of eclectic roles. 'To be honest, there's a great challenge in both,' Seyfried told Yahoo Entertainment about comedy vs. drama. 'They're both hard. They're both very rewarding.' In Long Bright River, a limited series that premieres March 13 on Peacock and is based on the bestselling book of the same name by Liz Moore, Seyfried plays a single mother who's investigating multiple deaths of unhoused women in a city ravaged by opioid addiction. Her sister might be one of them. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. While she said that comedy is an 'art form' whose challenge is 'all about timing,' her latest character, Mickey, lives in 'darker circumstances and more realistic circumstances [and is] reacting like more of an even-keeled person — not like an idiot, like Karen,' she said, referring to her Mean Girls character. 'A sweet idiot.' In her role as a beat cop, Seyfried wanted to portray a real person who's not a superhero law enforcement officer — 'like Barbara Badass Detective,' as showrunner and executive producer Nikki Toscano told Yahoo Entertainment. That's why the Emmy-winning actress, who's also an executive producer on the series, opted to skip hardcore workouts. 'She has no time for the gym at this point in her life. She's a mother. She's a single mother. She's got to do, you know, pick-ups and drop-offs,' Seyfried said. 'The dad of her kid is useless, and she works her ass off at work as a cop, which is a terrifying job. And it just needed to be realistic.' 'I think that's what [Toscano] means by Barbara … what's it called? Barbara Beefcake Badass,' Seyfried added. 'She's awkward, and I like that.' Both Toscano and Moore praised Seyfried for her take on the character. Moore, who is also an executive producer and writer on the show, said that while Seyfried was 'physically different than the physical description of the character,' the actress 'brought such a fury and passion' to the role. Toscano echoed that, saying Seyfried 'brought a fire to the role that was not always on the page.' 'She wanted to play somebody that was risking their lives on the street day in and day out, wondering whether or not they were gonna make it home to their child,' Toscano added. The show itself shines a bright spotlight on women — not only on Mickey but also on the victims of the crimes. Women have also taken a large role behind the camera, something that was not lost on Seyfried's co-star Nicholas Pinnock. 'All episodes were directed by women (that's a first in my 40 years of acting),' the actor, who plays Seyfried's former partner and friend on the show, posted Jan. 30 on Instagram. 'It's a shame that we have to have this conversation because it shouldn't be a talking point, really,' Pinnock told Yahoo Entertainment. 'It's just something that should have been the norm from so long ago, in the same way that it's been the norm that most of the creatives and the directors have been men.' Describing the feeling on set of having female directors, including Toscano, helming all eight episodes of the limited series, he said there was a lack of 'bravado' and a 'sense of ego that was missing.' 'And I really hope that we get out of this female director thing,' Pinnock added. 'It should just be a director because there's no such thing as a 'male' director. It should just be director, and that's it.' 'F*** yeah,' Seyfried said. While the actress appreciates that she's been able to portray roles across the comedy and drama spectrum, she acknowledges the challenges that also come with playing a character like Mickey, who's in 'dire straits.' 'It's hard to cry and to emote and to scream and to be frustrated. It's hard to do that a lot, over and over again,' Seyfried said. 'Sometimes you just don't have the energy to keep going because it takes a lot of energy to cry hysterically.' That said, she added that both types of roles are ultimately rewarding: 'I love my job.' begins streaming March 13 on Peacock.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Amanda Seyfried played a trendy teen in 'Mean Girls.' In 'Long Bright River,' she's a cop trying to solve murders. 'To be honest, there's a great challenge in both.'
For Amanda Seyfried, who's played both a trend-obsessed popular girl in Mean Girls and a biotech fraud in The Dropout, taking on the role of a Philadelphia police officer in Long Bright River is another challenge in her resume of eclectic roles. 'To be honest, there's a great challenge in both,' Seyfried told Yahoo Entertainment about comedy vs. drama. 'They're both hard. They're both very rewarding.' In Long Bright River, a limited series that premieres March 13 on Peacock and is based on the bestselling book of the same name by Liz Moore, Seyfried plays a single mother who's investigating multiple deaths of unhoused women in a city ravaged by opioid addiction. Her sister might be one of them. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. While she said that comedy is an 'art form' whose challenge is 'all about timing,' her latest character, Mickey, lives in 'darker circumstances and more realistic circumstances [and is] reacting like more of an even-keeled person — not like an idiot, like Karen,' she said, referring to her Mean Girls character. 'A sweet idiot.' In her role as a beat cop, Seyfried wanted to portray a real person who's not a superhero law enforcement officer — 'like Barbara Badass Detective,' as showrunner and executive producer Nikki Toscano told Yahoo Entertainment. That's why the Emmy-winning actress, who's also an executive producer on the series, opted to skip hardcore workouts. 'She has no time for the gym at this point in her life. She's a mother. She's a single mother. She's got to do, you know, pick-ups and drop-offs,' Seyfried said. 'The dad of her kid is useless, and she works her ass off at work as a cop, which is a terrifying job. And it just needed to be realistic.' 'I think that's what [Toscano] means by Barbara … what's it called? Barbara Beefcake Badass,' Seyfried added. 'She's awkward, and I like that.' Both Toscano and Moore praised Seyfried for her take on the character. Moore, who is also an executive producer and writer on the show, said that while Seyfried was 'physically different than the physical description of the character,' the actress 'brought such a fury and passion' to the role. Toscano echoed that, saying Seyfried 'brought a fire to the role that was not always on the page.' 'She wanted to play somebody that was risking their lives on the street day in and day out, wondering whether or not they were gonna make it home to their child,' Toscano added. The show itself shines a bright spotlight on women — not only on Mickey but also on the victims of the crimes. Women have also taken a large role behind the camera, something that was not lost on Seyfried's co-star Nicholas Pinnock. 'All episodes were directed by women (that's a first in my 40 years of acting),' the actor, who plays Seyfried's former partner and friend on the show, posted Jan. 30 on Instagram. 'It's a shame that we have to have this conversation because it shouldn't be a talking point, really,' Pinnock told Yahoo Entertainment. 'It's just something that should have been the norm from so long ago, in the same way that it's been the norm that most of the creatives and the directors have been men.' Describing the feeling on set of having female directors, including Toscano, helming all eight episodes of the limited series, he said there was a lack of 'bravado' and a 'sense of ego that was missing.' 'And I really hope that we get out of this female director thing,' Pinnock added. 'It should just be a director because there's no such thing as a 'male' director. It should just be director, and that's it.' 'F*** yeah,' Seyfried said. While the actress appreciates that she's been able to portray roles across the comedy and drama spectrum, she acknowledges the challenges that also come with playing a character like Mickey, who's in 'dire straits.' 'It's hard to cry and to emote and to scream and to be frustrated. It's hard to do that a lot, over and over again,' Seyfried said. 'Sometimes you just don't have the energy to keep going because it takes a lot of energy to cry hysterically.' That said, she added that both types of roles are ultimately rewarding: 'I love my job.' begins streaming March 13 on Peacock.
