Holding Space For My 'Wicked' Hoo-ha

The world’s in tears and holding both space and fingernails for one movie musical —so why all the big feelings about Wicked? We unpack the reaction you're seeing on social media.

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• Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025.
• Read Laura Brodnik's piece on 'Wicked': This is why people are sobbing in the streets over Wicked.
• Read: Ariana Grande has a suspicion about Glinda's character in Wicked, but some fans disagree.
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• Read: 'As a teen, I wanted labiaplasty. One sentence from the surgeon changed my life.'
• Read: 'Labia puffing' is the latest beauty trend and we need to talk about it.
• Read: The Wicked and The Wizard Of Oz timeline, explained.
• Read: Everything you need to know about Wicked: Part 2.

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