Jonathan Bailey’s Shirtless Scene in Wicked Got the Axe, and We’re All the Poorer for It, Says Bowen Yang

Buy Me A Coffee

The Wicked movie almost gave us a magical moment of Jonathan Bailey sans shirt—and then snatched it away like Elphaba’s flying broomstick in a tornado. Bowen Yang spilled the tea on the Just Trish podcast, and honestly, we’re still grieving.

Apparently, there was a scene where Jonathan’s Fiyero was flexing his shirtless glory next to Ethan Slater’s Boq. And get this: Boq was supposed to have a body insecurity arc in response. “You were supposed to see Jonathan Bailey shirtless, absolutely shredded, and then Boq’s like, ‘Wait, I can be hot too!’ and starts thinking about taking his shirt off,” Bowen dished, before adding, “Oh, and surprise—Ethan’s ripped too. Plot twist!”

See also  Emilia Perez’s Karla Sofia Gascon Hits the “Do Not Disturb” Button on Awards Season as Netflix Hits the Brakes

This golden nugget of cinematic joy would’ve nestled right between the songs “Popular” and “I’m Not That Girl,” a.k.a. when things in Oz are getting extra dramatic. Bowen described a montage where Fiyero, Galinda, Elphaba, Nessa, and Boq were just out there being besties—frolicking, picking flowers in a poppy field, and living their best life like a Wicked-themed Instagram reel. It was wholesome and hot.

See also  'Challengers' Starring Zendaya Is No. 1 At The Box Office

But alas, the editors decided to play villain and cut the scene, citing “runtime” as the excuse. As if three hours of Ozian drama couldn’t handle a quick detour to Jonathan Bailey’s abs. Podcast host Trisha Paytas had the perfect reaction: “Who wouldn’t sit through a three-hour movie if that was included?” (Answer: Nobody. We’d bring popcorn and protein shakes.)

See also  Ryan Reynolds Steps Out, Suits Up, and Serves Sass Amid Blake Lively's 'It Ends With Us' Legal Drama

We’ve been robbed. And while we’re still hyped for the Wicked movie, this will forever be our “what could have been” moment.

Comments area

Sidebar

Must Read

You Might Also Like

Nelly Furtado Releases New Album ‘7’ With Features From Tove Lo And More

Nelly Furtado is back, y’all—like a musical phoenix rising...

Russell Wilson Rents a Waffle House for Ciara’s Birthday

Ciara's 38th birthday bash wasn't just any old ho-hum...

Hasan Minhaj Opoens Up About Losing ‘Daily Show’ Hosting Gig

Hasan Minhaj is spilling some seriously awkward tea about...

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Soak Up the Sun in Costa Rica

Guess what? Meghan Markle and Prince Harry decided to...

Jimmy Fallon To Continue Hosting ‘The Tonight Show’ Through 2028

Jimmy Fallon isn’t going anywhere! That’s right, the king...

Miley Cyrus Receives Honor As The Youngest Disney Legend Ever

Miley Cyrus dazzled in a suit on Sunday (August...