Ariana Grande Dismisses Her Iconic TV Character Cat, Chooses Glinda Over an Astonishing Life Revelation

Published 01/14/2026, 10:38 AM EST

Ariana Grande has mastered the art of vocal transformation, effortlessly shifting from the high-energy antics of Victorious to the sharp wit seen in Scream Queens. Her career showcases a remarkable ability to embody wildly different personalities while consistently maintaining her signature star power. However, when asked to choose which role truly defined her evolution, she prioritized a magical transformation over her comedic roots.

The journey from a bubbly teenager to a sophisticated leading lady has provided her with a wealth of professional experience.

Ariana Grande chooses Glinda over Cat

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Ariana Grande has spent years portraying iconic figures, yet one specific role has left a permanent mark on her personal growth. During a recent discussion in the Awards Chatter Podcast, Ariana Grande-Wicked: For Good(live) episoderegarding her expansive career, she was asked which of her characters taught her the most significant life lessons. Her response was immediate and focused on her latest transformation into the good witch from the Wicked and Wicked: For Good 

“Oh, definitely, Glinda. Not Cat. Not Chanel No. 2," she said.

Before finding her place in the land of Oz, she spent several years playing the eccentric and high-pitched Cat Valentine in the popular Nickelodeon series Victorious. While that character launched her to global stardom and changed her in a better way, it seems the depth of Glinda provided a more profound emotional education. She now views her early work as a stepping stone toward more mature and demanding performances.

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This newfound maturity in her craft appears to be the catalyst for her next ambitious career move alongside a familiar face.

Ariana Grande and Wicked co-star say Thank You, Next

Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey recently concluded their successful run in the Wicked films and are now prepared to reunite. The talented duo has been confirmed to share the stage once again in a production away from the land of Oz. They will star in a new revival of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Sunday in the Park with George.

The Bridgerton star fueled excitement by sharing a photograph of the pair standing before the famous painting by Georges Seurat. This specific artwork served as the primary inspiration for the legendary Stephen Sondheim musical. He captioned the post with the phrase, "All it has to be is good," which fans recognized as a classic lyric.

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The production is scheduled to premiere at the Barbican Theatre in London during the summer of 2027. Marianne Elliott will take the lead as the director for this highly anticipated theatrical event. Although the actors have not released a formal joint statement, the social media teaser has generated immense global buzz.

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According to you which is her best character till now Glinda or cat? Let us know in the comments below.

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Soma Mitra

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Soma is a journalist at Netflix Junkie. With a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication, she brings production experience from documentary films like Chandua: Stories on Fabric. Covering the true crime and docu-drama beat, she turns psychological thrillers into sharp, audience-aware storytelling.

Edited By: Aliza Siddiqui

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