Wicked star Cynthia Erivo couldn’t be happier to address the latest discourse surrounding the steamy yet controversial gray woolly cardigan taking the internet by storm. Fashioned by Paul Tazewell for the film Wicked: For Good , the scene-stealing cardigan makes an appearance during the romantic duet of “As Long As You’re Mine” between Fiyero ( Jonathan Bailey ) and Elphaba (Erivo), where they solidify their feelings for each other and consummate their relationship – in a PG-rated way, of course.

Since the film’s release, fan reception of the cozy wear has ranged from pure obsession to outright bewilderment. During an intimate event held by Airbnb and Universal on the recreated Elphaba’s Retreat set, Deadline asked Erivo about her thoughts on the provocative threads in question

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