Cynthia Erivo's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Cynthia Erivo is an acclaimed English actress and singer-songwriter recognized for her significant achievements in both theater and film. She stands out as one of the few individuals to have been nominated for the prestigious EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award), having won all except the Oscar. Her talent and versatility have solidified her place as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2015: BroadwayWorld UK Awards Nomination

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 Win

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

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 for The Color Purple Cast

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 Creative Arts Emmy Award Win

In April 2017, 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: Tony and Grammy Awards

In 2017, Cynthia Erivo won the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical and Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album for her work in 'The Color Purple', as well as a Daytime Emmy Award.

2019: Academy Award Nominations for Harriet

In 2019, Erivo earned nominations for the Academy Award for Best Actress for portraying Harriet Tubman in 'Harriet' and for Best Original Song for "Stand Up" from the same movie.

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2020: Academy Award Nominations for Harriet

In 2020, Cynthia Erivo garnered nominations for two Academy Awards for her portrayal of Harriet Tubman in 'Harriet', including Best Actress and Best Original Song for "Stand Up".

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2021: Genius: Aretha and Solo Albums

In 2021, Erivo portrayed Aretha Franklin in National Geographic's anthology series 'Genius: Aretha', earning an Emmy nomination. She also released singles and two solo albums.

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2024: Elphaba in Wicked Nomination

In 2024, Cynthia Erivo received an Academy Award Nomination for playing Elphaba in Wicked.

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2024: Wicked Film Adaptation

In 2024, Erivo portrayed Elphaba in the musical fantasy film 'Wicked', the first of a two-part adaptation. She earned acclaim for the role and received nominations for Best Actress at the Golden Globes, British Academy Film Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and Academy Awards.

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