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Ariana Grande-Cynthia Erivo ‘Wicked’ Pay Disparity Is a ‘Completely False’ Rumor, Universal Says

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Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's 'Wicked' paychecks put to rest as Universal debunks rumors of pay disparity between the two leads.
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  • Erivo and Grande received equal compensation for their roles in the 'Wicked' film, putting to rest speculation of a pay gap between the two stars.
  • Universal studio execs firmly state the 'completely false' rumors of pay discrepancy, assuring audiences the lead actresses were paid the same amount for their work.
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Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Universal, Wicked
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