Cynthia Erivo, Wicked and Elphaba

Cynthia Erivo Just Opened Up About Why It Was So Important For Elphaba To Have Micro Braids In 'Wicked'
Cynthia asked the director, Jon M. Chu, if they could “reimagine” Elphaba’s traditionally long, wavy hair as micro braids in the movie.
Cynthia Erivo Puts a Wickedly Good Twist on a Leather Street-Style Ensemble
In the months leading up to the release of her Broadway musical film adaptation Wicked, the actor—with the help of stylist Jason Bolden—fully embraced all things green and gothic as a nod to her character, Elphaba. And though the highly anticipated movie finally debuted on November 22, it seems Erivo isn’t done with her thematic streak.
Cynthia Erivo Pushed for Elphaba to Have Micro-Braids in “Wicked ”to Make a 'Direct Connection' to Her as a Black Woman
The Harriet star is only the second Black woman to portray the Wicked Witch of the West from the Wizard of Oz universe, following Alexia Khadime who held the role in the West End production of Wicked from 2008-2010 and later in 2023.
Cynthia Erivo Slams Racist 'Wicked' Casting Accusations: 'I've Done The Work'
The Black actor is defending herself after hearing of "conversations" about her "getting this role as a 'woke hire.'"
You Won't Believe What Famous Actor Almost Played ‘Wicked’s’ Elphaba Instead of Cynthia Erivo
Some of Hollywood’s biggest stars wanted to play the Wicked Witch in the original non-musical film adaptation of the novel.
Cynthia Erivo Explains How She Added Micro Braids So ‘Wicked’ Character Could Honor Black Women
Cynthia Erivo explains why she chose for her "Wicked" character to have micro-braids, using the hairstyle to honor Black women.
Cynthia Erivo Shows Us What Elphaba’s Street Style Would Look Like
On Friday night, the actor made an appearance at the Crosby Hotel in New York City, where she joined Jessica Chastain for a Q&A about "Wicked."
Cynthia Erivo Towers in Winter-Ready Thigh-High Boots for ‘Wicked’ Q&A With Jessica Chastain in New York
Cynthia Erivo sat down with fellow actress Jessica Chastain for a Q&A held on Dec. 20 in New York.
Cynthia Erivo Makes an Appearance in N.Y.C., Plus Mariah Carey, Jessica Chastain, Kandi Burruss and More
Cynthia Erivo makes an Appearance in N.Y.C., plus Mariah Carey, Jessica Chastain, Kandi Burruss and more. From Hollywood to ...
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Cynthia Erivo doesn’t want to fit in
Cynthia Erivo has stopped trying to "fit in". The 'Wicked' actress realised early in her career was the best way to approach ...
Cynthia Erivo, James Mangold to receive Sundance awards in January
The Sundance Institute announced Wednesday that Cynthia Erivo will receive the Visionary Award and James Mangold the ...
Ariana Grande Says 'Of Course' She and Cynthia Erivo Would Perform at Academy Awards: 'Say the Word and We'll Be There'
"I’ll sing together absolutely anywhere anytime, especially in celebration of 'Wicked'," Ariana Grande told 'The Hollywood ...
Black Film Critics Circle Names ‘Sing Sing’ Best Film; Cynthia Erivo & Colman Domingo Among Winners – Full List
Black Film Critics Circle named 'Sing Sing' best film of 2024, and its Colman Domingo took Best Actor. Cynthia Erivo won Best ...
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"I Have The Credentials": Wicked Movie Star Cynthia Erivo Responds To "Woke Hire" Comments About Her Elphaba Casting
Wicked star Cynthia Erivo responds to comments that she was a "woke hire," explaining the process she went through to get the ...
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Cynthia Erivo embraces unapologetic self
Cynthia Erivo, British actress and singer who recently appeared in hit musical romance, recently made a bold confession as ...