Jeff Goldblum Opens Up About Quitting Meat: The Impact of Playing the Wizard of Oz in *Wicked: For Good*
Jeff Goldblum has recently shared insights into a significant lifestyle change—his decision to quit eating meat. The acclaimed actor spoke candidly about his dietary shift as he prepares for his much-anticipated return to the big screen in *Wicked: For Good*.
### Why Jeff Goldblum Became a Vegetarian
In a recent interview on *The Morning*, Goldblum revealed that his choice to become a vegetarian was inspired by his role as the Wizard of Oz in the *Wicked* film adaptations. He explained that working on the movie brought about a new awareness regarding animal cruelty.
“Working with Jon Chu [is] amazing. It’s changed me. You know, after doing this movie, we talked about the animal cruelty, I stopped eating meat and poultry,” Goldblum shared. He added thoughtfully, “We need the world to work for everybody on Earth and every creature, too.”
The actor also expressed his excitement about the evolving and interesting roles he has been playing recently. “It’s uncommon that you get to be doing this over a period of time and get more fertile and juicy and interesting and relevant roles for yourself at this period of time,” he said.
### The Return of *Wicked: For Good*
Fans are eagerly awaiting Goldblum’s reprise of the Wizard of Oz in the upcoming musical sequel *Wicked: For Good*. This film serves as a continuation of the 2024 blockbuster, adapting the second act of Stephen Schwartz’s iconic stage musical *Wicked*.
The original *Wicked* film became the fifth-highest-grossing movie of 2024 and received multiple nominations at the 97th Academy Awards, winning Best Costume Design and Best Production Design.
Early reactions to the sequel have been overwhelmingly positive, with critics praising Jon M. Chu’s direction and the strong performances by the cast.
### Star-Studded Cast and Release Date
*Wicked: For Good* features leading stars Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba. The cast also includes Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh, Ethan Slater, and more, bringing together a dynamic ensemble.
The movie is set to hit theaters on Friday, November 21, and fans can’t wait to see how this magical story unfolds on the big screen once again.
Stay tuned for more updates on Jeff Goldblum and the *Wicked* franchise as the release date approaches!
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