Victoria Justice denied she is “jealous” of Ariana Grande, who starred as Catarina “Cat” Valentine in her Nickelodeon sitcom Victorious between 2010 and 2013.
While addressing long-standing rumors about their alleged feud over the weekend E! News at the Revolve Festival, the actress, 30, revealed that she and the pop star, 29, are still talking and remain amicable a decade after their beloved tween comedy.
When an old interview from 2011 resurfaced in which Justice emphasized “all” cast vocals after costar Elizabeth Gillies praised Grande’s vocals, many fans got the impression that the Hollywood, Florida actress was bitter about the 7 rings. hitmaker’s ascension to stardom.
After social media users went into overdrive with differing theories about whether the women were arguing with each other, Justice said Grande texted her that they both thought the conversation was “so stupid.”
“I think the biggest rumor is this whole story that was made because I was jealous of her and because we weren’t friends,” the Zoey 101 said.
Set the record straight: Victoria Justice denied she’s “jealous” of Ariana Grande, who starred as Catarina “Cat” Valentine in her hit Nickelodeon sitcom Victorious between 2010 and 2013; seen weekend
She continued, “I feel like it’s this constant narrative of the media and people trying to turn people against each other and it’s so irrelevant now.”
In 2021, the Treat Myself singer hit back at theories that her relationship with Grande was anything but friendly amid claims the pair clashed on the show.
Speaking on Barstool Sports’ Chicks In The Office podcast, Justice revealed that the two still keep in touch and there was no grudge on set.
She said, “All that drama, whatever, all that stuff is, it’s so silly… Then just people online, like fanning those flames and turning it into such a freaking crazy thing.”
The show, which premiered on March 27, 2010, revolved around main character Tori Vega – played by Victoria – who attended the elite performing arts high school, Hollywood Arts.
Victorious came to an abrupt end in 2013, after only four seasons on Nickelodeon.
The actress praised her co-star, adding that it’s “frustrating” that people “turn women against each other.”
She said, “I love Ariana, and she’s killing it now. And she has been so supportive of me and my music. And you know, we text. It’s really cool. So everything is fine.’
Friends: While addressing longstanding rumors of their alleged feud over the weekend to E! News at the Revolve Festival, the actress, 30, revealed that she and the pop star, 29, are still talking and remain amicable more than a decade after their beloved tween comedy (pictured in 2014)
“It’s a bit frustrating to see how much people like to pit women against each other. But I think in the end it’s about supporting and building each other up.’
In 2020, the Victorious cast came together via Zoom to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their Teen Nick sitcom.
Ariana shared a screenshot of the cast’s video chat with her 367 million Instagram followers.
While Victoria shared a slew of behind-the-scenes snapshots of the baby-faced cast during filming.
“I think the biggest rumor is this whole story that was made while I was jealous of her and we weren’t friends,” the Zoey 101 stated; seen in 2011
Sitcom: The show, which premiered on March 27, 2010, revolved around main character Tori Vega – played by Victoria – who attended the elite performing arts high school, Hollywood Arts.
A clip of the Zoom call was shared on Victoria’s page, showing the cast thanking fans for their love and support over the years.
The show’s creator, Dan Schneider, spearheaded the all-star reunion, loudly introducing each cast member in the short clip.
He said, “We were all supposed to get together tonight to celebrate the show’s 10th anniversary, but couldn’t due to [COVID-19].
“Thank you so much for taking Victorious into your home and making us a part of your life.
“It means so much to us how the fans have accepted us over the last 10 years.”
The trio was also joined by castmates Leon Thomas III, Matt Bennett, Avan Jogia, Daniella Monet and Eric Lange.
Throwback: In 2020, Victoria shared a slew of behind-the-scenes snapshots taken during filming as the cast reunited via Zoom to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their Teen Nick sitcom
Old Friends: Ariana co-starred with Victoria, who starred in the show, and castmate Matt Bennett