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 accomplishments in theater and film. She has achieved EGOT nomination status, having been nominated for an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award, winning all except the Oscar. This recognition highlights her versatile talent and significant contributions to the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2015: Nomination at BroadwayWorld UK Awards

In 2015, Erivo was nominated as Best Leading Actress in a musical at the BroadwayWorld UK Awards for her performance in Dessa Rose in 2014.

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.

April 2017: Daytime 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 for 'The Color Purple'

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

2019: Academy Award Nominations for 'Harriet'

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

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