Ariana Grande reveals why her real name appears in 'Wicked' credits

• Ariana Grande-Butera, her full name, will be used for the film adaptation of "Wicked."
• The role of Glinda in "Wicked" has been a long-desired one for Grande, a role she has always desired.
• The transformation from a pop star to an actress required immense dedication and hard work.

Ariana Grande is a globally recognized name, but few fans realize it is not her full name. The singer's full name is Ariana Grande-Butera, and she will receive credit under this name in the highly anticipated film adaptation of “Wicked”.

In a recent interview, Grande discussed 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 highlighted the significance of being credited as Ariana Grande-Butera. “Technically, it’s my little girl's name,” she said.

She expressed, “I just feel like this experience was such a homecoming for me.” For Grande, using her full name represents a return to her roots, as 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 discusses 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 both the role and the project as a whole.

Her love for “Wicked” has consistently shaped her life. Grande previously described the day she learned she got the role as “the best day of [her] life,” highlighting 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 demonstrate how deeply the musical has influenced her life.

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

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