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Ariana Grande Explains Why Her Real Name Is Credited In ‘Wicked’
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Ariana Grande Explains Why Her Real Name Is Credited In ‘Wicked’

Ariana Grande is a globally recognized name, but only a few fans realize this is not her full name. The singer’s full name is Ariana Grande-Butera, and she will be credited under this name in the highly anticipated film adaptation of Wicked.

In a recent interview, Grande opened up about her decision to use her real name for the project, sharing an emotional connection to her past and her role.

During an interview with Australian reporter Justin Hill, Grande stated the significance of being credited as Ariana Grande-Butera. “Technically, it’s my little girl name,” she said.

“I just feel like this experience was such a homecoming for me.” For Grande, using her full name represents a return to her roots. She feels a deep connection to her childhood and her experiences with Wicked.

The actress recalled seeing the musical for the first time at just 10 years old, stating, “That was my name when I went to see the show when I was 10 years old. It felt like a really lovely way of honoring that.” For her, this choice was about more than just a name; it symbolizes a full-circle moment in her life and career.

In Wicked, Grande portrays Glinda, a role she has long desired. She talks about how much the experience has meant to her, saying, “I feel like I came home to myself in a lot of ways through what I learned from Glinda, from Elphaba.” Grande believes that honoring her real name in the credits adds an extra layer of meaning to the role and the project as a whole. 

Her love for Wicked has been a consistent theme in her life. Grande previously described the day she learned she got the role as “the best day of [her] life.” This shows just how significant this project is for her personally and professionally.

Additionally, Grande has tattoos and memorabilia that pay tribute to Wicked, particularly her connection to Glinda. These personal touches show how deeply the musical has influenced her life.

In previous interviews, Grande spoke about the challenge of transforming her persona from a pop star to an actress. “I trained every single day to prove to [Wicked producers] that I could handle taking on this other person,” she stated. She had to strip away her public image and embrace a new character, which required immense dedication and hard work.

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Gokurakugai Chapter 23: Crushing Death Maga’s Identity To Be Exposed; Release Date, Where To Read And More
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Gokurakugai Chapter 23: Crushing Death Maga’s Identity To Be Exposed; Release Date, Where To Read And More

Nitta has brought Alma and Tao a new case, one which is likely related to the elusive Crushing Death Maga. As the two headed to the mansion, they met Nei, the last survivor of the Takarai estate, who joins them to search for clues.

Now, with the Maga closing in on Alma and Nei’s position, fans cannot wait to see how the two survive the ordeal. Don’t miss Gokurakugai Chapter 23 as it releases, and discover when it’s out, where to read it, the expected plot and a recap of the last chapter’s events here.

Gokurakugai Chapter 23: Release date and where to read

Gokurakugai Chapter 23 will be released on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 12:00 am JST. This corresponds to a release on Tuesday, December 3, at 3:00 pm GMT / 8:00 am PT / 11:00 am ET. Please note that release times may vary depending on your time zone.

For those seeking physical copies, the chapter will be available in the latest issue of Shueisha’s Jump Square. International readers can access Gokurakugai Chapter 23 digitally through Viz Media’s official site, MANGAPlus by Shueisha, or the Shonen Jump website.

What to expect in Gokurakugai Chapter 23?

Gokurakugai Chapter 23 will likely reveal who the Crushing Death Maga is as he confronts Alma and Nei, likely the same Maga with a distinctive X-shaped scar from Yomi’s Family. This Maga is believed to be involved in the murder of Nei’s family, although his exact relationship to Nei and her background remains unclear.

Details about the tragic massacre at the mansion may come to light in Gokurakugai Chapter 23, focusing on unmasking the Maga’s motives and the haunting circumstances that left Nei as the sole survivor of her once-prosperous Takarai family.

Gokurakugai Chapter 22 recap

Gokurakugai Chapter 22 is titled ‘The Case Of The Mysterious Deaths At A Certain Mansion.’ The chapter beings with a flashback to Alma’s conversation with Utsuro in the interrogation room. Deciding to take a break, Tao and Orono lead him out.

Utsuro then says that she can remain content, even if Alma’s feelings don’t match hers. When Alma reassures her that he’ll return, she seems uplifted. Elsewhere, a foreman named Nitta approaches Alma and Tao, seeking their help after his men mysteriously died during an inspection of an old mansion.

He suspects unnatural causes, prompting Tao to speculate the deaths were inflicted by a Crushing Death Maga in Gokurakugai Chapter 22. The group arrives at the mansion, meeting Nei, the lone survivor of the estate’s original family.

She decides to join them, hoping to uncover her past. Inside, they encounter a thief who is soon found dead, crushed in a manner confirming the Maga’s presence. Alma, realizing the danger, arms himself with his Karmic Stake, telling Nei to find Tao.

For more updates from the Gokurakugai manga, keep up with Pinkvilla.

*The release dates and times provided are accurate at the time of writing and are subject to change at the discretion of the creators.

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Lily Allen Reveals She Earns More Money Selling Feet Photos on OnlyFans Than From Nearly 8 Million Monthly Listeners on Spotify
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Lily Allen Reveals She Earns More Money Selling Feet Photos on OnlyFans Than From Nearly 8 Million Monthly Listeners on Spotify

Lily Allen did not hold back while revealing that she posted pictures of her feet on OnlyFans and made more money from that than from Spotify, despite having nearly eight million daily listeners on the music platform.

According to BuzzFeed, Allen was inspired to sell pictures of her feet after her pedicurist informed her that she had garnered a high rating on WikiFeet, a website dedicated to celebrity feet pictures.

Reportedly, Allen began selling foot pictures on OnlyFans this past summer for a USD 10 monthly subscription. She was consistent with posting until last month. The singer shared a link to her page along with a few pictures from her archive.

She mentioned, “Haven’t posted in a while, but you can still check out the archive.” Naturally, her tweet received many comments. One person wrote, “Imagine being one of the biggest pop stars/musicians in Europe and then being reduced to this.”

In response, Allen replied, “Imagine being an artist with nearly 8 million monthly listeners on Spotify but earning more money from having 1,000 people subscribe to pictures of your feet. Don’t hate the player, hate the game,” as reported by BuzzFeed.

OnlyFans reportedly gives 80% of the revenue to creators, which means she potentially makes around USD 8,000 per month from the platform.

However, this is not the first time Allen has been unfiltered in her opinions. She is known for being candid. The singer, who is the daughter of actor Keith Allen, has previously expressed her thoughts on being called a “nepo baby.”

In May, during an appearance on the Miss Me podcast, she said that the term “nepo baby” is often used in a sexist connotation. Allen remarked that it tends to focus more on women with influential parents, with the implication that their success is due to their familial connections rather than their hard work or talent.

She continued, “Nepo babies, I think it’s quite like ‘Karen,’ in the sense that it’s just a word used for women who are taking up space, and we’d rather they didn’t, and that they should just go away.”

Allen added, “I actually don’t really mind the nepotism thing, it’s the ‘baby’ that annoys me.” She elaborated, “It’s meant to be infantilizing.”

The singer acknowledged coming from a privileged background, noting that she grew up around people who worked in media, and she doesn’t deny it.

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