Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Deliver Show-Stopping Musical Medley at 2025 Oscars

The Wicked co-stars performed iconic songs from The Wizard of Oz, The Wiz, and Wicked, earning a standing ovation and emotional reactions.

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande opened the 97th Academy Awards with a medley of songs tied to The Wizard of Oz's legacy.
Grande performed 'Over the Rainbow' in a red dress reminiscent of Dorothy’s ruby slippers, while Erivo sang 'Home' from The Wiz in a floral white gown.
The duo reunited to perform 'Defying Gravity' from Wicked, with Erivo elevated on a platform during the climactic moment.
Their performance was met with a standing ovation, with co-star Michelle Yeoh visibly moved to tears in the audience.
Wicked is nominated for ten Oscars, including Best Picture, with Erivo and Grande up for Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress, respectively.