Sun Feb 02 23:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Ariana Grande Keeps Elphaba’s Ears as a Souvenir from “Wicked”
**Los Angeles, CA** – Ariana Grande, who plays Glinda in the film adaptation of *Wicked*, revealed in a recent BBC Radio 1 interview that she’s kept a rather unusual souvenir from the set: co-star Cynthia Erivo’s prosthetic ears, used to cover Erivo’s piercings for her role as Elphaba.
Grande humorously shared that the ears currently reside next to her printer, joking about potentially using them as a conversation starter for guests. She confirmed that the prosthetic ears were specifically made to accommodate Erivo’s real ear piercings.
The interview also highlighted the strong bond between Grande and Erivo, referencing their matching tattoos and discussing a touching moment during the filming of “Defying Gravity.” Erivo winked at Grande during an emotionally charged scene, providing support and helping Grande stay grounded in her performance. Grande described the wink as a gesture of unconditional love and support, perfectly embodying the spirit of their characters’ complex relationship.
The film *Wicked* is currently in theaters and available digitally. *Wicked: For Good* is set for release this Thanksgiving.
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