“Wicked: For Good,” starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, did not receive any 2026 Academy Award nominations. Awards 2026 Oscar nominations: The complete list of nominees The nominations for the 98th Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, with ‘Sinners’ leading the field with 16 total nominations. This year, “Wicked: For Good” stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande were snubbed in the lead and supporting actress categories, respectively. Awards Cynthia Erivo’s ‘Wicked’ Oscar (and EGOT) chances, by the numbers A lead actress Oscar nomination for playing Elphaba in ‘Wicked: For Good’ would put Cynthia Erivo closer to an EGOT — while furthering her status as a consummate entertainer. “Wicked” and “Wicked: For Good” also spurred on possibly the most enthusiastic theater-going wave since “Barbenheimer,” with some viewers showing up in full costume.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 23, 2026 00:35 UTC