Malkin then asked directly if she's been in conversation with the Academy about a performance. "No!" Erivo responded, then stared down the barrel of the camera. "People are asking

Look: We get why people would like to see Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande perform “Defying Gravity” at the Oscars: 22 years after its debut, Stephen Schwartz’s anthem remains a genuine showstopper, the one bit of Jon M.

Cynthia Erivo has dismissed rumours about performing songs from Wicked at the 97th Academy Awards ceremony. According to Puck, the Oscars is considering opening the telecast with a medley of

The actress who is nominated for her role as the Wicked Witch of the West says that there is no reason for the Academy Award to feature a medley of songs from the film.

On a visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live! Wicked star Cynthia Erivo talked about receiving an Oscar nomination for her performance, how she made Elphaba's songs her own, and more. Watch the interview here!

"Wicked" star Cynthia Erivo is being feted as Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals Woman of the Year.

Taking a brief break from the enchanted land of Oz, Erivo visited “ Jimmy Kimmel Live ” on Tuesday. During the segment, Kimmel asked about the actor’s legendary “ war cry ” riff from the film’s hit song, “Defying Gravity.” Kimmel was curious if fans imitate the “war cry” at her.

And if you need proof, just ask his Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo. On a recent episode of his Las Culturistas podcast with Matt Rogers, Yang shared his thoughts on the 2025 Grammys—and naturally, Erivo’s powerhouse performance got a well-deserved shoutout.