Ariana Grande Chimes In on Viral "Holding Space" Moment with Cynthia Erivo
While fans continue buzzing about a hilarious moment from the recent "Wicked" press tour, none other than Ariana Grande herself has chimed in, adding to the internet’s amusement.
The moment in question stems from an interview with Cynthia Erivo, who portrays Elphaba in the film adaptation. During a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it snippet, Cynthia says, “I didn “t know that was happening…” with her hand momentarily reaching towards the interviewer. Ariana, who portrays Glinda in the film, gently places her own hand on Cynthia died.
This interaction sent a ripple through the internet, quickly becoming a popular meme. Fans flooded social media platforms, recreating and joking about the "holding space" moment.
Clever videos and memes surfaced, playfully dubbing Ariana and Cynthia’s interaction as a template for expressing the need for emotional support, humorously labeling the gesture "holding space"
Ariana, well-known for her online presence, didn’t resist the trend.
She shared pictures of the interaction, indicating herplayful awareness and enjoyment of the meme’s ascent.
Although fans suspected Ariana’s engagement, they were especially delighted when she fully entered the digital conversation.
On TikTok, user David Granados posted a video mimicking the gesture, playfully referencing the meme’s emergence.
Ariana’s comment resonated with fans, further validating the lighthearted engagement around the interview snippet. “oh my goodness ! our queen !!!! ♡ holding space with you always,” she wrote, cementing the meme and relationally connecting with both the fans and Cynthia.
It’s safe to say this tongue-in-cheek moment has brought genuine amusement to both
the stars and the online world. The internet feasted, not only
on a sweet moment of connection
and support, but also on the relatability only a simple gesture can evoke. It suggests that even amidst the glitz
and glam of Hollywood, there’s room for a
little grounding humor.
