Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo discuss 'holding space' meme from Wicked press junket

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo have addressed the "holding space" meme that emerged during a press junket for their film Wicked. The meme originated from an emotional moment when a journalist mentioned the impact of the song "Defying Gravity." In a new interview, both actresses shared their confusion during the incident. Cynthia expressed surprise at the emotional response, while Ariana admitted she didn't fully understand the situation at the time. She reached for Cynthia's hand to offer support. The actresses reflected on their reactions, with Ariana noting she felt uncertain about what was happening. Cynthia humorously remarked on her own confusion, highlighting the unexpected nature of the moment.