Ariana Grande Earns First Oscar Nomination for Role in Wicked

2025-01-25

Ariana Grande has secured her first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Glinda in Wicked, marking a significant milestone in her career. The 31-year-old singer and actress, who has been performing since she was eight, expressed overwhelming gratitude for the recognition, describing the role as “the greatest gift of my life.” Grande shared her emotional reaction on Instagram, posting throwback photos of herself as a child studying Judy Garland’s Somewhere Over the Rainbow, and thanked her director Jon M. Chu and co-star Cynthia Erivo, who was also nominated for Best Actress.

Grande’s boyfriend and Wicked co-star, Ethan Slater, celebrated her nomination with a heartfelt Instagram post, sharing a photo of Grande holding pink balloons, a nod to her character Glinda. The couple, who have been together since 2023, were spotted in London celebrating the news, with Grande donning a shimmering pink Schiaparelli dress, perfectly in theme with her role.

The film itself has been a major success, earning 10 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, and grossing $709 million globally. Grande’s nomination adds to her growing list of accolades, including Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award nods. The second part of Wicked, titled Wicked: For Good, is set to release in November 2025, with Grande promising fans a deeper exploration of Glinda’s character.

The 97th Academy Awards will take place on March 2, 2025, hosted by Conan O’Brien. Grande’s journey from Nickelodeon star to Oscar nominee highlights her versatility and dedication to her craft, solidifying her place as a powerhouse in both music and film.

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