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Wicked: For Good Snubbed at 2026 Oscars Nominations

1/23/2026

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The 2026 Academy Awards nominations show Wicked: For Good received no nominations.
The film's predecessor earned ten nominations in 2025.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were absent from the nominee list.
Charlie Puth expressed disappointment on social media, saying his musical talents deserved recognition.
The Oscars will air live on March 15, 2026, hosted by Conan O’Brien.

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The 2026 Academy Awards nominations show Wicked: For Good received no nominations.
The film's predecessor earned ten nominations in 2025.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were absent from the nominee list.
Charlie Puth expressed disappointment on social media, saying his musical talents deserved recognition.
The Oscars will air live on March 15, 2026, hosted by Conan O’Brien.