"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"

Cynthia Erivo highlighted the exhaustive effort required to adapt the beloved stage musical 'Wicked' into a cinematic masterpiece

For the past few months, Cynthia Erivo has been channeling the Wicked Witch of the West with many of her looks, as a nod to her now-Oscar nominated role as Elphaba in Jon M. Chu’s global blockbuster Wicked. But with her latest ensemble, the actor seemed to look to another iconic villain for inspiration: Cruella de Vil.

Cynthia Erivo feels like an outsider because she doesn’t “fit in”. The Tony Award-winning performer’s candid admission comes as she prepares for one of the most anticipated musical adaptations of the year.

British actor Cynthia Erivo addressed Oscar's snub of 'Wicked' director Jon M. Chu, despite the film picking up 10 nominations. To Read Lifestyle Stories

Michelle Yeoh said the Wicked cast is celebrating but also "crying" after the 2025 Oscar nominations were revealed. The actress, who played Madame Morrible in the movie musical, stopped by The View on Thursday,

Oscar nominations were announced on Thursday. Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Demi Moore are among the many stars reacting to their 2025 Oscar nominations. Nominations for the 97th Academy Awards were announced Thursday,

Wicked' is tied for second-most nominations at the upcoming Academy Awards with 'The Brutalist,' while 'Emilia Pérez' leads the field with 13 nominations

The studio announced Monday that the animated musical movie Oh, the Places You’ll Go! is set for theatrical release in IMAX on March 17, 2028. The film from directors Chu and Jill Culton is set to center on a young adventurer navigating the ups and downs of life.

Cynthia Erivo is basking in the massive success of her latest release Wicked, and her nomination for an Academy Award in the Best Actress category. The film scored an impressive 10 nods, including one for Best Picture.

Chu is among the 100 highest-grossing directors of all time, beating out David Fincher, Quentin Tarantino, and Denis Villeneuve. See where he ranks.

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