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Cynthia Watros Explains Why Nina Is Becoming An Accomplice In Daughter Willow’s Crimes

Cynthia Watros Explains Why Nina Is Becoming An Accomplice In Daughter Willow’s Crimes

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General Hospital (Photo Credit: X) The last few episodes on General Hospital saw Willow finally confessing to her mother, Nina, that she was the one who shot Drew and paralyzed him to keep him locked up. She then also got leverage on her mother to keep her on her side. Cynthia Watros, who plays Nina, shed some light on the same. General Hospital: Nina’s Blind Love Pushes Her Into Dangerous Territory During her conversation with Soap Opera Digest, she revealed that Nina had always suspected something was up and Willow was hiding something from her but didn’t really want to believe it. It stung when Willow confessed the truth because having her suspicions validated meant a lot of trouble. Nina has been very transparent about wanting to protect her daughter from anything and everything. But to make matters worse, Willow betrayed Nina and got her fingerprints on a syringe to blackmail her. It was shocking for Nina because Willow did not need to blackmail Nina to be on her side. And she still went ahead and did …

Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year’s honor’s list

Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year’s honor’s list

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LONDON — Britons ranging from Hollywood stars Idris Elba and Cynthia Erivo to a 102-year-old judo instructor have been named in King Charles III’s New Year’s honors list, an annual tradition that recognizes people for their contributions to U.K. public life. Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year’s honor’s list Elba, who starred as a drug dealer in “The Wire” and the president of the United States in “A House of Dynamite,” was knighted for his services to young people after he and his wife, Sabrina, founded the Elba Hope Foundation to target issues such as knife crime, education and poverty. The actor accepted the honor on behalf of the young people served by the charity. “I hope we can do more to draw attention to the importance of sustained, practical support for young people and to the responsibility we all share to help them find an alternative to violence,” Elba said. Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean, the ice dancing duo who won a gold medal at the 1984 Winter Olympics in …

Who is Cynthia Erivo, internet’s latest meme queen and Ariana Grande’s guardian angel?

Who is Cynthia Erivo, internet’s latest meme queen and Ariana Grande’s guardian angel?

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Even if you are not familiar with the name Cynthia Erivo, chances are you have come across her memes on social media in the last few days. The actor and singer, who is one Oscar away from scoring an EGOT, is naturally charming, and her press tour for Wicked: For Good generated not one, but multiple such moments that instantly went viral on the internet. Fans love her whimsical reactions just as much, and they always make for hilarious memes. Cynthia Erivo’s reactions have been fodder for a bunch of viral memes in the last few weeks. Who is Cynthia Erivo? Cynthia is a multi-talented star first. For her leading turn in the Broadway musical The Color Purple, Cynthia won the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical, the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, and a Daytime Emmy Award. She played Harriet Tubman in Harriet (2019), which earned her an Oscar nomination for Best Actress. Meanwhile, her turn as Elphaba in last year’s Wicked fetched her dual Oscar nominations, in the Best …

2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade: Cynthia Erivo to K-pop demons HUNTR/X, full list of artists who performed

2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade: Cynthia Erivo to K-pop demons HUNTR/X, full list of artists who performed

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The 2025 Macy’s Parade, which marched through Manhattan on Thursday, November 27, brought together an eclectic mix of global pop stars, legacy brands, Broadway names, and K-pop viral sensations. KPop Demon Hunters balloons are prepared on the eve of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025 on Manhattan’s upper west side in New York City, U.S., November 26, 2025. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper(REUTERS) Cynthia Erivo opened the parade. The “Wicked: For Good” star delivered a powerful, roaring rendition of“Feeling Good” and set the tone for the whole parade with dynamic performances. On the Stranger Things float, we had Foreigner performing “Cold as Ice” in anticipation of the Stranger Things final season after a decade-long run. Also read: Stranger Things season 5: Global fan frenzy, Netflix crashes and meme storm But the show-stopper and the most loved act by the kids was from the K-pop Demon Hunters star HUNTR/X a.k.a EJAE, Audrey Nuna and REI AMI. They gave an electric performance of their song “Golden.” What else caught an eye? Lil Jon with his iconic adult-friendly song, “Turn Down …

Wicked For Good box office: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo film mints 6M; beats Snow White lifetime haul in just 3 days

Wicked For Good box office: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo film mints $226M; beats Snow White lifetime haul in just 3 days

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Updated on: Nov 24, 2025 11:42 am IST Wicked For Good box office collection has soared past $200 million worldwide in just its opening weekend. Wicked For Good box office collection: The sequel to Wicked – Wicked: For Good – has surpassed expectations at the box office in its opening weekend. The Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo-starrer had been projected to open at $145 million in North America, but soared past that mark easily, and added a substantial amount overseas. Ariana Grande as Glinda in Wicked: For Good. Wicked for Good opens at $226 million worldwide Wicked: For Good brought in $150 million in the U.S. and Canada in its opening weekend, according to the studio. This is a new record for a film adaptation of a Broadway musical. The film now ranks among the best-performing movie musicals of all time after just its opening weekend. The sequel to Wicked, which reunites Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba with Ariana Grande’s Glinda, has the third-best domestic opening weekend for a musical ever, behind Disney‘s 2019 The Lion King …

Cynthia Erivo turns emotional in chat with original Wicked Broadway cast: ‘Been listening to you for so long’

Cynthia Erivo turns emotional in chat with original Wicked Broadway cast: ‘Been listening to you for so long’

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Cynthia Erivo recently opened up about the deep emotional connection she feels to Wicked and the powerful legacy the story continues to carry. In a video shared by Entertainment Weekly, Erivo sat with her co-star Ariana Grande and the original Broadway witches, Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth. Cynthia Erivo plays Elphaba in Wicked.(AP) Cynthia Erivo gets emotional about the Wicked franchise The moment became very emotional as Erivo reflected on what their performances meant to her. With tears in her eyes, she shared a “crazy realization,” telling Menzel and Chenoweth, “I’ve been listening to you for so long.” As Erivo began to cry, Grande and Chenoweth held hands while Menzel placed an arm around her. Erivo added, “You’re the voices I’ve listened to. And we get to sit here and do this together. It’s really wonderful.” Chenoweth also turned emotional and said, “Wicked continues on… through you.” She explained that the true dream of any performer is to see their work live through others. Erivo thanked the original stars, saying, “You created something that allows …

Wicked For Good Review: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s Sequel Brings Heart But No Soul

Wicked For Good Review: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s Sequel Brings Heart But No Soul

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Name: Wicked: For Good Director: John M. ChuWriter: Winnie Holzman, Dana Fox (based on Wicked by Stephen Schwartz, Winnie Holzman, and Wicked by Gregory Maguire)Cast: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Colman DomingoRating: 2.5/5 Wicked: For Good Plot  This sequel film takes place five years after Elphaba Thropp’s big battle against the Wonderful Wizard of Oz in Wicked, in which she takes the upper hand. However, she’s marked as the Wicked Witch of the West soon after her win, and banished to live in hiding, away from all other beings in Oz. A fear is instilled in the citizens’ hearts about her presence, and she’s driven away by Madame Morrible at every chance she gets. However, Glinda Upland is painted as this superior being who speaks for the Wizard and must maintain her demeanor despite knowing the truth about him.  Glinda and Fiyero Tigelaar are set up for marriage, but Elphaba has different plans and wishes to reveal the truth behind the Wonderful Wizard who has …

EXCLUSIVE: Cynthia Erivo Reveals How Elphaba Evolves in Wicked For Good With Ariana Grande, ‘More Stoic and Focused’

EXCLUSIVE: Cynthia Erivo Reveals How Elphaba Evolves in Wicked For Good With Ariana Grande, ‘More Stoic and Focused’

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Wicked: For Good is gearing up to set sail this week. Following the rambunctious response it received for the debut film, Wicked, the movie was confirmed for a part two. Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum are reprising their roles in the second part. Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba Thropp, has earned praise for her portrayal as well as an Oscar nomination. Now, the 38-year-old has revealed how her character of Elphaba will change throughout the course of Wicked: For Good, sharing that there are evolutions as she grows. Cynthia Erivo speaks about Elphaba’s growth in Wicked: For Good Exclusively revealing to us about her return to the character, Cynthia Erivo shared how things change up, this time around. “Since the first film, Elphaba has been on her own, carrying the weight of being branded the Wicked Witch while still trying to do as much good as she can,” said the British star, talking about how Elphaba’s past experiences have evolved her into this new version. …

Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Shine Despite Sequel’s Flaws

Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Shine Despite Sequel’s Flaws

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Wicked: For Good Early Rotten Tomatoes Score Revealed (Photo Credit – Instagram) Ariana Grande steps back into Oz with Wicked: For Good, and the first wave of reactions paints a mixed but still bright picture for the sequel. The new film continues right after the first part, following Elphaba as she pushes to expose the Wizard’s lies while Glinda rises as the public face of good. The early screenings have already given the movie an Rotten Tomatoes score, and the results show a clear shift from the reaction to the 2024 hit. Wicked For Good Early Rotten Tomatoes Score Is Out The movie opens with a 73% critical score based on 102 reviews, a notable drop from the first film’s 88%. Even with that decline, it still holds a fresh rating ahead of its wide release. The audience reactions paint a different picture, though, as the Popcornmeter is already active, and the score sits at a strong 97%. This is two points higher than the original movie’s 95% audience score. Another round of early access …

Cynthia Erivo and Lena Waithe: Power couple’s complete relationship timeline

Cynthia Erivo and Lena Waithe: Power couple’s complete relationship timeline

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Cynthia Erivo and Lena Waithe are counted among Hollywood’s most beloved couples. But their journey began long before they went public. British actress and singer Cynthia Erivo at the 36th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills, California.(AFP) Their story started at the 2018 Met Gala where they met for the first time. Waithe was engaged to film executive Alana Mayo at that time. So, her connection with Erivo stayed purely platonic. They formed an instant friendship built on creativity, respect and shared industry experiences, according to Cosmopolitan. Through the years, they crossed paths at festivals, premieres and award shows. They often supported each other’s work. Their chemistry was clear to people around them, yet it remained a friendship. Speculation rises after Waithe’s separation In January 2020, Lena Waithe separated from Mayo. Rumors spread online that she may have cheated with Erivo. No evidence supported those claims, as per She Knows. Their friendship timeline came under scrutiny because they had been seen together at events like the Palm Springs International Film Festival shortly before the …