Oscar nominations have been revealed—and within minutes, furious speculation erupted over who will claim the prestigious awards come March 2, particularly where the Best Actress category is concerned.

Musican-actor Cynthia Erivo talks to Deadline about the importance of playing Elphana and her Oscar nominations

"I wish people understood just how much work has to go into creating a big, giant behemoth like Wicked,” Erivo said. “None of that can happen without his vision. It just isn’t possible"

Erivo is one of the five women nominated for best actress by the 2025 Oscars for her role in “Wicked.” The film itself is one of the top three Oscar-nominated pictures for 2025 with a total of 10 nominations.

Harvard University’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals has named “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo as its 2025 Woman of the Year.

Wicked star Cynthia Erivo says younger self ‘beaming’ after Oscars nomination - Her co-star Ariana Grande also secured an Oscars nod.

Cynthia Erivo has secured her second-ever Oscar nomination for her portrayal of Elphaba in the 'Wicked' film, putting her back in the race for the prestigious EGOT status. If she wins an Oscar, she would become the youngest person to achieve the coveted EGOT status—Emmy,