In a heartfelt moment, the actress behind the iconic role of Glinda in the Wicked movie shared her emotional journey to landing the part. She confessed that she cared deeply about the production and wanted to earn the role based on her performance. “I didn’t want this if it meant I weren’t right for it,” she said. “I wanted the reason why I landed this role to be performance-based. I wanted to earn it.” She added that if she wasn’t the right fit, she would accept it, but was determined to give it her all.

Her dedication and hard work ultimately paid off, as she overcame her own doubts and fears. “She earned this,” the team behind the production shared, acknowledging the actress’s commitment to the role. There was no turning back after that moment; she was the only choice for Glinda.

As casting for the lead role of Elphaba progressed, the team focused on finding the perfect match for the character. They soon realized the two actresses, both with powerful vocals and commanding stage presence, were an ideal pairing. “Both their vocals are just giant,” one of the producers shared, reflecting on the strength of their performances.

The actress, who had worked tirelessly for this opportunity, was finally offered the role of Glinda. “I’ll never forget when we made the offer,” one of the team members recalled. “I wanted to tell them first, because I think the world needs to see more of you, and we would love for you to be our Elphaba.”

With gratitude and emotion, the actress responded, overwhelmed by the significance of the moment. “Thank you so much, thank you,” she said, expressing her love and appreciation for the opportunity. “I’m going to take such good care of her,” she added, fully aware of the weight of the role and how important it was to her and the audience. “Thank you so much,” she repeated, honored to bring Glinda to life on the big screen.

This heartwarming exchange highlights not just the talent and dedication of the cast but also the deep emotional connection they share with the Wicked production.