Erivo said she thinks Elphaba "goes where the wind blows" and loves Glinda. "I don't think there's anything wrong with celebrating the deep connection that both of them have," she elaborated. "I think they do have a real relationship, it is true love, which is probably why people are shipping it because what they build with each other is an unbreakable bond."
Grande added to Erivo's explanation, mentioning that the two characters create "such a safe space for one another, which is what all relationships should be." She went on to note that Glinda's sexuality might be more fluid, saying, "So, you know, whether it's romantic or platonic - Glinda might be a little in the closet - but if there were a time, you never know."
Reflecting on the larger themes of the narrative, Grande stated, "I think the inherent queerness of Wicked is also present in 1939's The Wizard of Oz and L. Frank Baum's 1900 novel inspired both stories. Every day in the Emerald City is a Pride parade, right?"
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