A Wicked movie fan, who claimed to be the creator of the controversial poster edit that triggered responses from Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, has finally spoken out after facing massive backlash.

A viral fan-edited version of the "Wicked" poster has led to big discussions about race and artificial intelligence.

Ariana Grande said the fan edits of the “Wicked” poster are “complicated,” after her co-star, Cynthia Erivo, called them “deeply hurtful.” “I find AI so conflicting and troublesome sometimes,” she told Variety on Saturday during the 2024 Academy Museum Gala. “But I think it’s just kind of such a massive adjustment period.”

Remember when Cynthia Erivo slammed a fan for editing her image in the movie poster for Wicked? Well, Ariana Grande is finally sharing her thoughts. This week, Grande showed her support for Erivo, who recently clapped back on social media after a fan edited the Wicked movie poster to resemble the original musical photo (where Elphaba’s face is shadowed).

"I have so much respect for my sister Cynthia," Grande said — but some fans think that doesn't tell the whole story.

Ariana Grande and her "Wicked" co-star, Cynthia Erivo, recently made headlines during their appearance at the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday, October 19.

"I find AI so conflicting and troublesome sometimes, but I think it’s just kind of such a massive adjustment period," the singer said