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Ariana Grande Backs Friend for Megara in Hercules

1/14/2025

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Ariana Grande has responded to speculation about her potential role as Megara in Disney's live-action Hercules, expressing her admiration for the idea but advocating for her friend Elizabeth Gillies as a more suitable choice. Grande clarified that no talks about her casting have taken place, while the film, helmed by the Russo Brothers, remains in development without any official cast announcements.

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Ariana Grande has responded to speculation about her potential role as Megara in Disney's live-action Hercules, expressing her admiration for the idea but advocating for her friend Elizabeth Gillies as a more suitable choice. Grande clarified that no talks about her casting have taken place, while the film, helmed by the Russo Brothers, remains in development without any official cast announcements.