Questions have been circulating online about whether pop singer Charlie Puth once auditioned for the hit film Wicked, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. Fans have been buzzing with curiosity, eager to find out if the multi-talented singer had ever seriously pursued a role on the iconic stage production. The rumours have sparked widespread discussion across social media, with many wondering how Puth’s vocal style and performance skills would have fit into the musical’s powerful ensemble. Here, we take a closer look at the claims, separate fact from fiction, and reveal what Charlie Puth himself has said to clarify the situation.
( Image credit : Charlie Puth/ IG | Charlie Puth playing the piano )
Did Charlie Puth audition for Wicked?
A social media user known as @bloodlineprint took to X, claiming that several well-known artists had auditioned for the hit musical Wicked. The list included Jennifer Lopez, Shawn Mendes, Renee Rapp, Katy Perry, Harry Styles, Charlie Puth, Amanda Seyfried, Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, Dove Cameron, Lea Michele, and Jessie J. The post quickly went viral, fueling fan discussions and speculation about which of these stars actually tried out for the film.
( Image credit : Universal Pictures | A scene from Wicked For Good )
Reacting to this, Charlie Puth set the record straight on X, stating that he did not audition for the movie.
He wrote, “I never auditioned for Wicked I would be so bad lol.”
All you need to know about Wicked and Wicked For Good
Wicked is a celebrated stage musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and a book by Winnie Holzman, adapted from Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. The story offers a fresh perspective on the land of Oz, exploring the unlikely friendship and eventual rivalry between two girls, one intelligent and misunderstood, the other popular and privileged, who ultimately become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Acclaimed for its music, storytelling, and unique take on the classic Wizard of Oz tale, Wicked has become a worldwide phenomenon, with successful runs on Broadway and in numerous international productions.
( Image credit : Universal Pictures | Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo )
Wicked: For Good serves as the cinematic sequel and the conclusion of the two-part film adaptation of the musical, originally known as Wicked: Part Two. The film continues the story from the first movie, covering the second act of the musical and resolving key themes of friendship, betrayal, identity, power, and redemption. While staying faithful to the stage version, the filmmakers have made adjustments for the screen, expanding storylines and character arcs to enhance the cinematic experience. The title references the iconic song “For Good,” a heartfelt farewell between the main characters, and promises to bring the magic and emotional depth of the musical to both longtime fans and new audiences.
