How Ethan Slater Feels About His 2-Year-Old Son Seeing Wicked Someday

As a seasoned observer of the entertainment industry with over three decades of experience under my belt, I must say that the star-studded event at hand is nothing short of extraordinary. The sheer number and variety of talented individuals gracing the red carpet is truly astounding.

Ethan Slater knows Wicked is going to be a popular movie night choice for his son.

In his first significant movie part, this Broadway performer was taken to the world of Oz in the film “Wicked“, and he looks forward to one day showing the 2024 movie (releasing on Nov 22) to his and ex-wife Lilly Jay’s two-year-old son.

What a truly extraordinary experience!” I enthusiastically shared with Zuri Hall and Justin Sylvester from TopMob during the Nov. 9 Los Angeles premiere of the film. “I feel it’s going to be incredibly touching. I’m tearing up just thinking about it, and I haven’t even seen it yet!

However, Ethan – who initially watched the Broadway production at age 11 – revealed that he had a comparable touching encounter while watching the musical with a different young relative as well.

The 32-year-old reminisced about the time when I introduced my niece to the musical “Wicked” on her ninth birthday. Watching her enjoy a Broadway show, experiencing its magic through her eyes, was priceless. I eagerly look forward to reliving that moment again.

In this two-part adaptation of the popular Broadway show, Ethan takes on the role of Boq, who is romantically involved with Nessarose, the Munchkin character. The ensemble includes a talented lineup featuring his girlfriend Ariana Grande for over a year, as well as Cynthia Erivo playing both Glinda the Good Witch and Elphaba, alongside Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, and others.

As a lifestyle enthusiast, I can’t help but share my excitement when I reflect on the profound impact of the SpongeBob SquarePants film on its actor. It was truly heartwarming to learn that he found great significance in his son finally watching it, but let me tell you, playing this iconic character has been nothing short of enchanting for him as well.

Ethan remarked how amazing it was,” he said. “What blows my mind most is that ‘Wicked’ has been around for an astounding 20 years! Being a part of this long-standing, beloved story and sharing in the affection so many people have for it… I’ve been a fan myself, and now getting to interact with others as one of the numerous Boqs is truly special.

Due to how significant the role was to him at age 32, he effortlessly slipped into his character.

Ethan clarified, “I appreciate Boq because he’s sincere and seeks both a sense of community and affection. He’d go to great lengths for those he cares about. In fact, I admire this trait in Boq, and though he may stumble or make errors, his intentions are guided by kindness. So, it feels like we have a shared connection through that.

It can be said that Ethan’s co-stars would concur that he embodies his character’s traits, as this is evident even off-screen. For instance, Saturday Night Live‘s Bowen Yang, who portrays Pfannee in the movie, has acknowledged Ethan for fostering a cohesive atmosphere among the cast during filming.

In a recent article for GQ, Bowen mentioned there are individuals who swiftly guide others towards camaraderie and friendship. He believes Ethan possesses this unique trait more than most people he’s encountered.

Simultaneously, Ariana, who made their relationship public in July 2023, mirrored Bowen’s sentiments, acknowledging that Ethan’s patience in handling the media attention they experienced during their initial stages as a couple was commendable.

In an interview with Vanity Fair in September, she expressed, “There’s no one who exerts more effort or stretches themselves so thin to be present for the people they love and care about.

Ariana Grande believes that having Ethan in her life has positively influenced her, further stating, “There’s nobody else on Earth with a more compassionate heart.

How does Ethan feel about Ariana’s performance as Glinda the Good Witch in the movie? He’s overjoyed, to put it simply.

He expressed to GQ last month, “I’m incredibly proud of Ari and her contributions to this project. She has truly immersed herself in it, and I can’t wait to witness the next phase when everyone gets to appreciate the fantastic work she’s accomplished.

Read on to see more of the Wicked stars that graced the red carpet.

2024-11-10 04:50

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