‘Wicked’ Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Received Equal Pay On Universal Blockbuster

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Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo shatter pay gap rumors, earning equal paychecks for their lead roles in the highly-anticipated Universal adaptation of 'Wicked'.

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Studio insiders confirm the 'Thank U, Next' and 'Harriet' stars negotiated identical deals, debunking online speculation of a salary discrepancy.
The studio's commitment to pay parity for its two leading ladies underscores Hollywood's growing push for gender equity in high-profile projects.

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Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Universal, Wicked

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