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The trajectory of Ariana Grande has reached a new level of recognition.
The singer and actress earned her first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress thanks to her role as Glinda in the film adaptation of “Wicked.” The news was revealed on January 23, marking an unforgettable moment in his career.
The “Thank you, next” singer shared her joy on Instagram with a moving post.
“Raising my head between sobs to thank @theacademy for this unimaginable recognition”he wrote, adding: “I can’t stop crying, to no one’s surprise. “I am honored and deeply grateful.”. Ariana accompanied her message with a tender photo from her childhood, dressed as Dorothy. In addition, she expressed her pride in her partner Cynthia Erivo, nominated for Best Actress, and thanked the cast for their support.
In an interview with deadlineAriana expressed what this achievement means to her. “I’ve been acting since I was eight years old, but I never imagined anything like this. “Being recognized in this way is overwhelming and beautiful, and makes me feel like I am in the right place.”he confessed. The star also shared that playing Glinda has been “the greatest gift of her life,” a role she explained she wanted with all her heart.
The actress recalled how “Wicked” has been a constant influence in her life. “The first time I saw ‘Wicked’ I was 10 years old, and it changed my life completely. I feel like my story is divided into two parts: before ‘Wicked’ and after ‘Wicked’”he mentioned on another occasion. That emotional connection with the work motivated her to give her best in her interpretation.
Grande also reflected on Glinda’s deep emotional arc, noting that “Comedy doesn’t work without a heart behind it, without a little pain”. For Ariana, exploring the multiple layers of the character was a transformative experience, and she assured that that level of depth is what she seeks in future projects.
In addition to his individual achievement, the film “Wicked,” directed by Jon M. Chu, stood out with a total of 10 nominations, including Best Picture. Ariana didn’t miss the opportunity to celebrate their collective success, referring to the cast as her “’Wicked’ family.”
The 97th Oscars ceremony, hosted by Conan O’Brien, will take place on March 2 at 4 pm PT / 7 pm ET at the Dolby Theatre.
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