Cynthia Erivo talks Wicked, Vulnerability and Representation

[@brandonheyward4022]

As a black person, watching the Defying Gravity scene was something very very special. As a human being. EVERY SCENE was very very special

[@lilachodan4941]

The fact that it is so important to black woman that a black actress is playing the lead and it don't even realised.

[@Itstheofficialyesby]

Even as a black man I’m very proud to see it and the positive reception she’s getting.

[@ecoll520]

Ugh my gosh, I’m just sitting here eating my lunch crying over my food. This interview was so cleansing. I’m glad Cynthia got a chance to talk about what this means for lil black girl and lil “others.” 🥲 such a great interview 💚💚

[@slypickle01]

im eating my lunch too! lol! such a great interview! Cynthia is fantastic! As a mixed Black girl it was so powerful seeing her in this role, it's like I felt Elphaba even more

[@maicon.93]

she's the most amazing and talented woman that could possibily play Elphaba in this movie

[@chantellesmith5277]

Cynthia is absolutely wonderful in Wicked she should win best actress.

[@lilachodan4941]

I just I think she is spectacular in every movie. Outstanding. So authentic.

[@slypickle01]

Shoutout to the interviewers! They asked such thought-provoking questions, and I love how they actually took in Cynthias answers and appreciated her responses. So many interviewers nowadays just move on so quickly after their speaker answers a question. They also completely reassured Cynthia on her feelings and answers. Such a great job to the both of you!

[@Haddydaniels]

I’m so glad other black women are getting to tell her exactly how I feel! Thank you for getting our message across to her 🥹

[@itsjustjakeee]

this movie was everything & then some. the entire team behind the cast/production are brilliant. the UGLY cry I had at the ball scene... oh my goodness, as a plus-sized & disabled queer person it is so easy to feel "othered" by our deafening societal constructs so I truly can't thank cynthia & ariana for these performances. I felt their entire souls through every breath & every turn. it truly warms my heart to see the humanity in them when getting emotional during the press tour because you can see just how important this project was & is to them. cannot wait to watch it again!! 💚💖

[@aliciathot]

Tell Cynthia I love her ❤ she's a beautiful talented gifted woman.

[@kiwibean5586]

This brings my heart joy! Thank you for being vulnerable with one another! ❤

[@taircalm]

Cynthia and Karis brought such care and emotion to Elphaba ❤

[@crohniequeenab]

She was absolutely perfect for this role. I felt the same when I saw that scene. I was bawling. I cried just because I felt her. I knew what she was going through. It’s beautiful but also sad at how women of color can relate. I have been reading some nasty things about her and it’s just sad that we’re still dealing with this. When it comes to streaming I will be watching it over and over. I will be going to the sing along for Christmas. I will be seeing it at least 2 more times before it leaves theaters. It’s that good. Idc what anyone says she did that. 💚🖤

[@Sew-Ronica]

IM 15 SECONDS IN AND MY EYES ARE WATERING.❤

[@OsheyBaddest]

beautiful interview 🥰

[@bryanokafor9024]

Wowww 🔥🔥🔥

[@NikitaWilson77]

I guess I’ll have to learn the soundtrack and the entire part one while I eagerly wait for part two. I’m still crying 😭

[@GJKooijman]

What a conversation 💚💚💚

[@NicoLuengos]

🥹🥹🥹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹

[@xoparker]

The perfect Elphaba 💚🧹 Absolutely incredible