Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Dazzle Oscars with 'Wicked' Medley

The duo's performance opened the 97th Academy Awards, celebrating their film 'Wicked,' which earned 10 nominations and won two awards.

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande opened the Oscars with a medley of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow,' 'Home,' and 'Defying Gravity,' receiving a standing ovation.
'Wicked' won two Oscars: Best Costume Design, marking a historic win for Paul Tazewell as the first Black man to win in the category, and Best Production Design.
Erivo and Grande were nominated for Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress, respectively, though neither took home the award.
The performance was part of a tribute to Los Angeles, following recent wildfires, and honored the legacy of Oz-related adaptations.
The sequel, 'Wicked: For Good,' is set for release in November 2025, with cast members teasing emotional developments and familiar musical moments.