Cynthia Erivo is that girl at the Oscars 2025.
Heaven knows Wicked actress has had some jaw dropping looks amid the press run for the film adaptation, but her latest proves she actually is born for the rose and the pearl. As for the proof, the Broadway star donned a gorgeous dark green Louis Vuitton dress. (See every star who walked the red carpet here.)
It’s a look that she’s been dreaming of for a very long time.
“WewantedtohaveanodtoOzandnod tothegreenandanodtooldHollywood,” Cynthia told Zuri Hall during Live From E!: The Oscars. “ItwassomethingIalwayswanted.IwantedabigdressfortheOscars,ifImadeithere.AndhereweareinthiswonderfulbiggiantdressandIfeelamazinginit.”
The 38-year-oldis ready to have her moment as she goes up against I’m Still Here’s Fernanda Torres, The Substance’s Demi Moore, Emilia Pérez’s Karla Sofía Gascon and Anora’s Mikey Madison for the Best Actress in a Leading Role accolade.
But while the jury is still out on who will take home one of the night’s biggest honors, Cynthia already felt she defied gravity by receiving a nod.
“Moments like this don’t come along very often, and when they do, it is sacrilege to let them pass by without a moment of gratitude,” Cynthia wrote in a Jan. 23 Instagram post. “I am grateful, grateful to @theacademy, grateful to be a part of something that makes people feel seen, grateful to be a cog in the wheel of a piece that makes us believe in magic, grateful to have experienced a dream come true, and deeply, deeply grateful for this unbelievable recognition.”
This evening will also see Cynthia team up with her Wicked counterpart Ariana Grande—also nominated at the ceremony—for a performance during the Oscars 2025 broadcast. The performance will only be the latest exemplification of the actresses’ bond, which was cemented by playing the witchy duo.
As for whether their friendship will continue once their Wicked ride is over?
“We were lucky because we got to meet each other on this project, but when the project goes away, we’re still good friends,” Cynthia shared to E! News at the SAG Awards last month. “That’s still my sister. It’s not this that’s keeping us together. We speak to each other outside of work. We’re on the phone all the time, texting, FaceTiming, whatever.”
And Cynthia—who is known for her elaborate nail art—detailed how the pair manage to keep in touch amid their busy schedules, adding, “I literally FaceTime her when I do my nails. That’s like a standing appointment.”
For Ariana’s part, she has emphasized that there is no one more fortunate than she to have Cynthia in her life.
“Your brilliance is never ending and you deserve every flower (tulip) in every garden,” Ariana wrote to Cynthia via Instagram after nabbing her Best Supporting Actress nod. “I love you unconditionally, always.”
Keep reading for more stars who have stepped out at the Oscars 2025…
Ariana Grande
In Schiaparelli.
Zoe Saldaña
In custom Saint Laurent and Cartier jewelry.
Selena Gomez
In custom Ralph Lauren and Stuart Weitzman heels.
Cynthia Erivo
In custom Louis Vuitton and FoundRae jewelry.
Lily-Rose Depp
In Chanel.
Scarlett Johansson
In Thierry Mugler and De Beers jewelry.
Gal Gadot
In Prada and Tiffany & Co. jewelry.
Mikey Madison
In Christian Dior and Tiffany & Co. jewelry.
Andrew Garfield
In Gucci, David Yurman jewelry, and Jaeger-Le Coultre watch.
Halle Berry
In Christian Siriano and Pomellato Jewelry.
Rita Wilson
In Valentino.
Monica Barbaro
In custom Dior.
Penelope Cruz
In Chanel.
Samuel L. Jackson
In Giorgio Armani.
Da’Vine Joy Randolph
In custom Tamara Ralph Haute Couture and LAGOS jewelry.
Gayle King
Colman Domingo
In custom Valentino and Persol Ida sunglasses.
Sterling K. Brown
In Giorgio Armani, David Yurman jewelry, IWC Watches watch and Santoni shoes.
Ben Stiller
In Dolce and Gabbana.
Jeremy Strong
In custom Loro Piana.
Michelle Yeoh
In Balenciaga.
Kieran Culkin
In Zegna, Fred Leighton and Kwiat jewelry, and Omega watch.
Amy Poehler
In custom Rachel Gilbert and Marco Bicego jewelry.
Meg Ryan
In Ashi Studio and Tiffany and Co. jewelry.
Isabella Rossellini
In Dolce & Gabbana.
Emma Stone
In custom Louis Vuitton.
Miley Cyrus
In Alexander McQueen.
Doja Cat
In custom Balmain, Messika High Jewelry, and Amina Muaddi shoes.
Adrien Brody
In Giorgio Armani.
Margaret Qualley
In Chanel.
