Overview
- In a new Stylist interview published Feb. 10 and amplified this weekend, Erivo rejects years of speculation that she and Grande were secretly a couple.
- She describes a “strange fascination” with their closeness and says the rumors reflect how rarely deep female friendships are recognized publicly.
- Grande has separately explained her frequent hand-holding during press events as a way she channels energy and offers support, per the Good Hang podcast.
- Reports also note both stars’ relationships outside the friendship, with Grande dating Ethan Slater and Erivo long linked to Lena Waithe.
- Coverage references debate over their press-tour persona, with some anonymous Oscar voters claiming it turned them off as Wicked: For Good received zero 2026 nominations.