Overview
- The Academy’s January 22 announcement for the 98th Oscars included no nominations for Wicked: For Good in any category.
- Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were not shortlisted, despite leading roles in the sequel.
- Fans voiced shock and disappointment on X, with posts questioning how the film received zero recognition.
- Expectations had been elevated because both performers earned nominations for Wicked: Part One the previous year.
- Some social-media users speculated that the two-part release may have hurt awards prospects, a claim not supported by official evidence.