Cynthia Erivo, star of “Wicked” and Academy Award nominee, has opened up about the mixed emotions that come with her rising fame. The actress, who portrays Elphaba in the beloved musical film, sees deep parallels between herself and her green-skinned character—particularly in their complicated family dynamics.

'Wicked' star Cynthia Erivo was seen defying gravity in Massachusetts this week, stopping to eat at a Boston-area pizza shop on Wednesday.

Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals officially honored their Woman of the Year, Cynthia Erivo​, with a parade through Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts on Wednesday.