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Cynthia Erivo Makes History with Double Golden Globe Nomination

12/9/2025

History

Erivo's Historic Nomination

Cynthia Erivo becomes the first Black woman nominated twice for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy at the Golden Globes for Wicked: For Good.
This nomination follows her nod for the first Wicked film.
Ariana Grande is nominated for Best Supporting Actress, signaling representation.
Wicked: For Good earns five nominations, including Best Original Song.
The Golden Globes will take place on January 11, 2026.

Summary

Wicked Faces Backlash

Wicked: For Good drew backlash after missing a nomination in Best Musical or Comedy at the 2026 Golden Globes, despite performances by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.
The film earned five nominations, including two for Best Original Song, ahead of the January 11, 2026 Globes.
Critics noted the sequel was commercially successful but received weaker reviews than its predecessor.
Author Gregory Maguire announced a prequel titled "Galinda: A Charmed Childhood."

History

Historical Context

The Golden Globe Awards have recognized diversity since 1980, when Cicely Tyson won Best Actress for "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman," amidst a landscape where only 5% of nominees were people of color. This milestone reflects ongoing struggles for representation in Hollywood, a challenge that continues today, as seen in Cynthia Erivo's dual nominations for "Wicked: For Good."

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Erivo's Historic Nomination

Cynthia Erivo becomes the first Black woman nominated twice for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy at the Golden Globes for Wicked: For Good.
This nomination follows her nod for the first Wicked film.
Ariana Grande is nominated for Best Supporting Actress, signaling representation.
Wicked: For Good earns five nominations, including Best Original Song.
The Golden Globes will take place on January 11, 2026.

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