Ariana Grande brings Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo on stage during tour amid feud rumours

Ariana Grande brought out her Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo for a surprise performance during her Eternal Sunshine tour. Grande welcomed Erivo to the stage to perform 'For Good' from the movie musical Wicked, the sequel to the original film. The pair, who play witches Glinda and Elphaba in the film, became unlikely friends while attending Shiz University in Oz. Their story spans two movies but originated as a successful Broadway production. The song performed on stage occurs at the emotional climax of the play, reflecting their meaningful friendship. Fans have long connected the lyrics to personal friendships, including Grande and Erivo’s own bond. This performance follows months of rumors about a rift between them. Grande and Erivo have worked closely since 2020, during the film’s production, and spent significant time together between 2022 and 2025 during promotional tours. Rumors suggested their prolonged time together caused issues in their friendship, but both actresses denied these claims. In an interview with Variety, Erivo admitted they were 'holding on by threads' by the end of the press tour. She detailed navigating a whirlwind schedule and public scrutiny over their dynamic. The pair faced controversies, including fan discourse about Grande’s appearance and weight concerns, which intensified after her music video for 'Petal' was released. Grande announced she would step back from public appearances after the Eternal Sunshine tour ends in London on September 1. She also withdrew from her upcoming West End debut in *Sunday in the Park with George*, citing health and personal reasons. Grande’s rep confirmed she is taking a break from public-facing work due to ongoing scrutiny. The tour involved physically demanding performances, and Grande expressed happiness in finishing it healthily and happily.