Cynthia Erivo's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Cynthia Erivo.

Cynthia Erivo is a British actress and singer celebrated for her achievements in both theater and film. A highly decorated performer, she has been nominated for an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award (EGOT) and has won all but the Oscar. Her talent spans acting and singing, making her a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2015: Nominated for Best Leading Actress

In 2015, Cynthia Erivo was nominated as Best Leading Actress in a musical at the BroadwayWorld UK Awards for her role in Dessa Rose.

2016: Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical

In 2016, Cynthia Erivo won the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance in "The Color Purple".

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2016: Tony Award for Best Actress

In 2016, Cynthia Erivo won the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance in the Broadway revival of "The Color Purple".

March 2017: Daytime Emmy Nomination

In March 2017, Erivo and the cast of The Color Purple were nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award for their performance on NBC's The Today Show in May 2016.

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April 2017: Daytime Emmy Win

In April 2017, it was announced that Erivo and the cast of The Color Purple alongside The Today Show won the Daytime Creative Arts Emmy Award in the Outstanding Musical Performance in a Daytime Program category.

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2017: End of The Color Purple Broadway Run

In 2017, Erivo concluded her run as Celie in the musical revival of "The Color Purple" on Broadway. Her work in the production previously earned her a Tony Award, Grammy Award and a Daytime Emmy Award.

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2019: Nomination for Academy Award for Best Actress for Harriet

In 2019, Erivo earned a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Harriet Tubman in "Harriet", as well as a nomination for Best Original Song for "Stand Up" from the film.

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2020: Academy Award Nominations for Harriet

In 2020, Cynthia Erivo received two Academy Award nominations for her work in "Harriet": one for Best Actress for her portrayal of Harriet Tubman, and another for Best Original Song for "Stand Up".

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2021: Portrayal of Aretha Franklin in Genius: Aretha

In 2021, Erivo portrayed Aretha Franklin in National Geographic's anthology series "Genius: Aretha"; the latter earned her a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award.

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2024: Portrayal of Elphaba in Wicked and Nominations

In 2024, Cynthia Erivo portrayed Elphaba in the musical fantasy film "Wicked", receiving acclaim and nominations for Best Actress at the Golden Globes, British Academy Film Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and Academy Awards.

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