Hollywood icon Jeff Goldblum, the man who brought the unforgettable chaos of Jurassic Park’s Dr. Ian Malcolm, the cunning charm of Thor: Ragnarok’s Grandmaster, and the creepy brilliance of The Fly’s Seth Brundle to life, is adding a new title to his résumé: vegetarian. That’s right, the 72-year-old actor has confirmed that after filming Wicked: For Good, he’s made the personal decision to give up meat and poultry.
The revelation came during a chat on British daytime TV show This Morning, just ahead of the European premiere of the second part of the live-action musical adaptation. And while Goldblum has never been shy about his eclectic lifestyle choices, this one was sparked by the themes he confronted on set.
“After doing this movie, we talked about the animal cruelty. I stopped eating meat and poultry,” he shared. Goldblum, who’s known for his thoughtful, sometimes quirky reflections on life, said the shift feels natural given the message of the film: “We need the world to work for everybody on Earth, and every creature too.”
The Wizard’s Dark Side Hits Home
For fans of Wicked, this move makes a lot of sense. In the first film, the Wizard — Goldblum’s character — is revealed to have been manipulating animals for his own schemes, silencing them, and planning to use magical monkeys in cruel ways. Wicked: For Good continues to unpack these storylines, showing the consequences of the Wizard’s actions and putting a spotlight on the mistreatment of animals. Goldblum admitted that these themes resonated with him on a personal level, pushing him to rethink his own lifestyle choices.
“It’s changed me,” he said, praising director Jon M. Chu for bringing such depth to the material. “He’s a master and a genius. He made a masterpiece out of the first one, and an even deeper, more relevant, soulful, smart, complicated, and riveting, rollicking entertainment out of this second one. I’m crazy about it.”
Goldblum and the Holidays
With Thanksgiving and Christmas on the horizon, fans are curious whether Goldblum will stick to his new vegetarian habits during family feasts. “I may go vegetarian over Thanksgiving and Christmas,” he hinted. The actor’s commitment seems rooted not in dietary trends but in ethical choices inspired by his role — a rare instance where a Hollywood blockbuster has influenced an A-lister’s personal life.
Wicked: For Good — What’s Cooking in Oz
The Wicked live-action films have become a phenomenon. Part 1, starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, debuted on November 22, 2024, and shattered records as the highest-grossing Broadway-to-film adaptation ever. Its soundtrack also hit No. 2 on the Billboard 200, the best opening for a stage-to-screen musical.
Now, Wicked: For Good, hitting theaters November 21, 2025, promises even more drama, emotion, and musical magic. Jon M. Chu described the sequel as “darker, twistier,” with Part 2 focusing on consequences rather than choices, diving into the social and political turmoil of Oz, and exploring the ongoing fight for animal rights led by Elphaba.
Fans can also expect fresh content: two brand-new songs crafted specifically for the films, alongside beloved Broadway hits like “No Good Deed Goes Unpunished” and the iconic “For Good.” Erivo and Grande have teased that the new tracks are especially emotional, promising moments that will linger long after the credits roll.
Elphaba and Glinda Like You’ve Never Seen Them
The film also goes deeper into Elphaba and Glinda’s complicated relationship. Grande hinted that the two characters share an emotional intensity that wasn’t fully explored on stage, adding nuance to their bond and leaving audiences speculating about the romantic undertones of their connection.
Dorothy Gets More Screen Time
While Dorothy Gale barely appeared in the first film, she’s slated to play a larger role in Wicked: For Good. Jon M. Chu has said her interactions with the witches will be significant, although he’s keeping the specifics under wraps. Combined with ambitious musical sequences — including the climactic “For Good” number — the sequel promises a mix of spectacle, emotional depth, and nostalgia for Oz fans.
What This Means for Goldblum Fans
For followers of Goldblum’s career — from Jurassic Park to Independence Day, The Fly to Thor: Ragnarok — this move adds a new, more personal dimension to his public persona. He’s not just an actor who inhabits eccentric or iconic roles; he’s now someone willing to let the moral lessons of his characters influence his lifestyle choices. And in a world where celebrity diets trend and change by the week, a conscious, story-driven decision like this stands out.
As Wicked: For Good nears its release, audiences can expect more than just a dazzling musical spectacle. Goldblum’s vegetarian lifestyle is a subtle but meaningful testament to the film’s themes, highlighting how art can inspire real-life change — and reminding fans that even Hollywood legends can grow, evolve, and care deeply about the creatures of our world.
