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Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Idina Menzel, and Kristin Chenoweth reunited for a powerful performance of 'For Good' during NBC's Wicked special, celebrating the musical's legacy and upcoming film release, with Menzel and Chenoweth surprising viewers with a scene from the original Broadway production.
Kristin Chenoweth dismisses rumors of a feud with Idina Menzel, describing their relationship as sister-like and emphasizing their bond through the challenges faced during their time in Wicked, highlighting that their differences only fueled the rumors.
The film adaptation of "Wicked" features surprise cameos from original Broadway stars Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth, who appear in an extended version of "One Short Day" as iconic figures in Oz. Director Jon M. Chu orchestrated this tribute to the original cast, creating a memorable and emotional moment for both the new stars and fans. The cameos were filmed secretly in London, adding depth to the film's narrative and honoring the legacy of the musical.
The film adaptation of the musical Wicked features cameos from original Broadway stars Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth during the "One Short Day" sequence, where they reprise their roles as Elphaba and Glinda in a musical performance. The film also includes appearances by Winnie Holzman, who wrote the musical's book, and composer Stephen Schwartz, who plays a palace guard. These cameos pay homage to the original production while introducing new elements to the story.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo joined original Broadway stars Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth on the red carpet for the premiere of the 'Wicked' film in Los Angeles. The event marked a special moment for Grande, who plays Glinda, fulfilling a childhood dream of following in Chenoweth's footsteps. Both Grande and Erivo expressed gratitude for the support from the original cast, highlighting the camaraderie among the 'Wicked' performers.
Idina Menzel commemorates the ten-year anniversary of John Travolta's Oscars blunder by wishing Adele Dazeem a happy birthday in a TikTok video, singing "Happy Birthday" and sending love and positive energy, ten years after Travolta famously introduced her as Adele Dazeem at the 2014 Oscars.
Idina Menzel, known for her role as Elsa in "Frozen," wished Adele Dazeem a happy 10th birthday in a TikTok video, referencing John Travolta's infamous mispronunciation of Dazeem's name at the 2014 Oscars. Dazeem, the name Travolta mistakenly called Menzel, has since become a running joke.
Idina Menzel opened up about the reasons behind her split from ex-husband Taye Diggs, revealing that the negative attention they received as an interracial couple played a role in their breakup. Menzel explained that Diggs faced disappointment from the Black community for being married to a white Jewish woman, and she took that on as well. Despite their split, Menzel and Diggs remain supportive of each other. Menzel has since remarried and continues to have a successful acting career.
Idina Menzel revealed that the interracial aspect of her marriage with ex-husband Taye Diggs was a significant factor in their 2013 split. Menzel explained that the racial challenges they faced, including disappointment from the Black community, had a greater impact on their relationship than their individual career successes. While their differences in race, ethnicity, and sexual orientation were accepted within the theater community, they became more pronounced outside of that bubble. Despite their split, Menzel emphasized that they continue to support each other.
Idina Menzel, known for her roles in "Wicked" and as the voice of Elsa in Disney's "Frozen" movies, is releasing a new album titled "Drama Queen," embracing her theatricality and disco-inspired sound. The album is a love letter to the LGBTQ+ community, featuring empowering and self-love anthems. Menzel reflects on her journey in the music industry and her upcoming projects, including a new Netflix comedy and a children's book. She also discusses her iconic role in "Wicked" and the relevance of its themes today. Menzel continues to perform beloved hits and finds new meaning in songs she sang in her youth.
Idina Menzel reflects on her role as Shelby Corcoran, Lea Michele's mother on the hit series Glee, stating that playing a mother at the age of 38 made her feel like she should be her character's older sister. Menzel also mentions the challenges of fitting into costumes as a new, breastfeeding mom. Despite these difficulties, she was excited to work with showrunner Ryan Murphy and be a part of the popular show.
Idina Menzel initially had reservations about playing Lea Michele's mother on "Glee" due to their small age difference, but she accepted the role and became a part of the hit show. Menzel's character made her final appearance in Season 4, helping Michele's character with her audition for "Funny Girl." Michele has since gone on to star in the actual lead role in the Broadway revival of the musical.
Idina Menzel admits that playing Lea Michele's TV mom on Glee wasn't great for her ego, as she felt she should be playing her older sister instead. Menzel, who had just given birth to her first child at the time, struggled to fit into her costumes and had to suck herself into them. Despite the challenges, she was excited to work with Ryan Murphy and be a part of the hit show. Menzel appeared in 12 episodes across Glee's first four seasons and was last seen in Season 4's "Sweet Dreams."
The premiere of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 8 saw Kahanna Montrese win the first-ever top queen of the week, Idina Menzel as a guest judge, and Aja as the first lip sync assassin. Monica Beverly Hillz was eliminated after the bottom three queens voted for her. In the Fame Games sub-competition, eliminated queens will showcase their runway looks, and fans can vote for their favorite to win $50,000.
Idina Menzel opened the ceremony for the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, awarded to Adam Sandler, by serenading the crowd as Opera Man. The event featured speeches from Sandler's colleagues and friends, including Chris Rock, Dana Carvey, and Jennifer Aniston. Sandler gave a heartfelt tribute to those who have supported him throughout his career, including his family, collaborators, and fellow comedians.