February 9, 2025 7:37 pm

Wicked Star Cynthia Erivo 'Deeply Hurt' by 'Offensive' Fan Poster Edits
Wicked Star Cynthia Erivo 'Deeply Hurt' by 'Offensive' Fan Poster Edits

Wicked Star Cynthia Erivo ‘Deeply Hurt’ by ‘Offensive’ Fan Poster Edits

Universal Pictures has amplified its promotional push for Wicked in recent weeks with a series of posters that have certainly done their job to generate interest for the film ahead of its November release. The marketing strategy has been great so far, with pre-sales said to be second to only Deadpool & Wolverine this year. However, one poster in particular seemed to rub fans the wrong way due to a slight alteration in the design, which pays homage to the Broadway musical’s original promotional art. In response, some fans tried to make the current movie poster look more like the original, deeply offending star Cynthia Erivo in the process.

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​Erivo responded to fan edits of an official movie poster that pays homage to the Broadway musical, and went viral for all the wrong reasons. Read More