The 2025 Oscars kicked off with a magical performance as Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo took the stage to perform a number from the hit musical “Wicked.” The duo left the audience in awe with their powerhouse vocals and stunning chemistry. The performance set the tone for the evening and had everyone buzzing with excitement.
Among the many viewers captivated by the performance were actors Lena Waithe and Ethan Slater, who were seen in the audience beaming with pride and admiration. Their genuine and heartfelt reaction to the performance only added to the overall magic of the evening.
Grande and Erivo’s rendition of the beloved musical number was met with rave reviews from both fans and critics alike. The duo’s impeccable talent and undeniable chemistry had everyone in the audience on their feet, cheering and applauding.
As the night went on, it was clear that Grande and Erivo had set the bar high for the rest of the evening. Their stunning performance will surely go down in Oscars history as one of the most memorable and impactful opening acts of all time.
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Video “Oscars 2025: Lena Waithe, Ethan Slater, React to Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande Wicked Performance” was uploaded on 03/03/2025 to Youtube Channel E! News
They should have sung “ebony and ivory”. 😊