Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Colman Domingo, and Zoe Saldaña Lead the 97th Academy Awards Nominees

The nominees for the 97th annual Academy Awards have been revealed, and some of Hollywood’s biggest stars are in the spotlight. Among the notable names are Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Colman Domingo, and Zoe Saldaña, who have all earned nominations for their outstanding performances this year.

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande both shine for their roles in the box-office sensation Wicked, which received an impressive 10 nominations. Cynthia is nominated for Actress in a Leading Role, marking her third Oscar nomination. This nod puts her one step closer to achieving EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) status. Meanwhile, Ariana Grande celebrates her first Oscar nomination for Actress in a Supporting Role, adding another milestone to her flourishing career.

Colman Domingo continues to make history, earning a nomination for Actor in a Leading Role for his performance in Sing Sing. This marks his second Oscar nomination and makes him the first actor to receive back-to-back nominations in this category, as highlighted by The Hollywood Reporter.

Zoe Saldaña, fresh off her Golden Globe win, is also nominated for Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance in Emilia Pérez. Her nomination further cements her position as one of Hollywood’s most versatile and celebrated stars.

The 97th Academy Awards are shaping up to be a night of fierce competition and groundbreaking achievements. With nominees like these, the ceremony promises to celebrate excellence and diversity in the film industry. Stay tuned for the awards ceremony, where history could be made.