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Along with making headlines with the massive box office openings for her latest musical fantasy Wicked, Ariana Grande has also come into the spotlight for her recent bold statements regarding Oz being a “very queer place.” The singer-actress has occasionally made such remarks during the film’s promotions.

Wicked | Credit: Universal Pictures

However, people have come out to share their criticism regarding her statements, with many pointing out her lack of understanding of the historical context in which L. Frank Baum used the word “queer” in his books.

Ariana Grande Discusses Oz as a “Beautifully Queer” World in Wicked Promotions

In a recent interview with Gay Times, the Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, who play Galinda Upland and Elphaba Thropp in the musical fantasy Wicked, discussed the themes of queerness within the Land of Oz.

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo | Credit: Gay Times via YouTube

When asked about...