Ariana Grande Calls Jokes About Her Wicked Accent a Double Standard

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As a long-time fan of Ariana Grande, I must say that her insight into the double standards faced by women in the entertainment industry is both enlightening and disheartening. It’s fascinating to see the transformation she undergoes for her roles, yet it’s disappointing to witness the criticism and jokes aimed at her, particularly when male actors are often praised for similar transformations.

Ariana Grande acknowledges and takes humor in the internet memes and jesting comments regarding her accent in the forthcoming movie version of “Wicked“, which she attributes as mere examples of a double standard.

In a recent interview with Vanity Fair during a photo shoot featuring both herself and her Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande emphasized that the general public often underestimates the effort required to modify one’s voice, adopt an accent, or learn a new speaking dialect for acting roles.

In her assessment, Grande pointed out that when male performers adopt unusual vocal tones for their roles, these performances are frequently lauded.

What did Ariana Grande say about her Wicked accent?

A section of the globe might not be aware of the skills needed to modify one’s voice, whether for singing, adopting an accent for a role, or creating a character voice. When men do it, they receive applause. There are indeed jokes involved, but these usually follow admiration: ‘Wow, he was so immersed in the role.’ This is just part of the profession, and it’s a longstanding issue for women in this industry. You are treated differently, and you are scrutinized in ways that some people aren’t.

Ariana Grande’s voice has often been a subject of humor online. However, during the summer, her discussion on Penn Badgley’s Podcrushed podcast about deliberately altering her vocal pitch according to the song she was performing caught everyone’s attention.

Grande expressed her sense of great pride regarding those viral moments. She mentioned that one reason she decided to participate on TikTok was because she takes immense pride in the hard work she put into that role, as well as giving her all – including her physical effort. She is proud of this accomplishment, so she wanted to safeguard it.

As a gaming enthusiast diving into the world of musicals, I’ve found myself intrigued by “The Wicked” production. It’s inspired by Gregory Maguire and Douglas Smith’s novel, “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West,” published in 1995. This captivating tale is itself a reimagining of L. Frank Baum’s timeless 1900 book, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” as well as the iconic 1939 film, “The Wizard of Oz.

In U.S. theaters, the first part of Wicked premieres on November 22, 2024. As of now, the second part, titled Wicked: Part Two, is scheduled for release a year later, on November 21, 2025.

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2024-09-30 20:11