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This Weird Wicked Theory Changed Everything I Knew About the Wizard of Oz

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Story by Catherine Delgado
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A wild theory suggests Glinda the Good Witch may have been the true villain all along in the beloved 'Wizard of Oz' story, manipulating events for her own gain.
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  • Glinda could have easily used her magic to help Dorothy return home, but instead sent her on a dangerous journey to the Wizard, potentially putting her in harm's way.
  • The theory posits Glinda was jealous of Elphaba's relationship with Prince Fiyero, and may have wanted to 'get even' by having Dorothy eliminate her rival, the Wicked Witch of the West.
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Catherine Delgado, Glinda, Elphaba, Dorothy, Nessarose, Boq, Fiyero, Madame Morrible, MGM Studios, Universal Pictures, The Wizard of Oz, Wicked, Wicked: For Good
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