Close Menu
  • Entertainment
  • Lifestyle
  • Relationships
  • Tips & Tricks
  • Celebrity Kids
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
  • Disclaimer
  • About us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contribute & Advertise with Us
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Pinterest Vimeo
GistFestGistFest
  • Entertainment

    Naira Marley Attacked On Stage? Viral Benin Republic Concert Sparks Chaos & Debate

    September 12, 2025

    The Fall 2025 Movie Slate Is Massive: Blockbusters, Prestige, and Popcorn Surprises Await

    September 11, 2025

    Mr Eazi & Temi Otedola’s Triple Wedding: From Monaco to Iceland, A Love Story in Three Acts

    September 10, 2025

    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Engagement Is More Than Romance—It’s a Cultural Power Play

    September 9, 2025

    Tems Launches the Leading Vibe Initiative: The Movement Shaping African Music’s Future

    September 8, 2025
  • Lifestyle

    Naira Marley Attacked On Stage? Viral Benin Republic Concert Sparks Chaos & Debate

    September 12, 2025

    The Fall 2025 Movie Slate Is Massive: Blockbusters, Prestige, and Popcorn Surprises Await

    September 11, 2025

    Mr Eazi & Temi Otedola’s Triple Wedding: From Monaco to Iceland, A Love Story in Three Acts

    September 10, 2025

    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Engagement Is More Than Romance—It’s a Cultural Power Play

    September 9, 2025

    Tems Launches the Leading Vibe Initiative: The Movement Shaping African Music’s Future

    September 8, 2025
  • Relationships

    Naira Marley Attacked On Stage? Viral Benin Republic Concert Sparks Chaos & Debate

    September 12, 2025

    The Fall 2025 Movie Slate Is Massive: Blockbusters, Prestige, and Popcorn Surprises Await

    September 11, 2025

    Mr Eazi & Temi Otedola’s Triple Wedding: From Monaco to Iceland, A Love Story in Three Acts

    September 10, 2025

    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Engagement Is More Than Romance—It’s a Cultural Power Play

    September 9, 2025

    Tems Launches the Leading Vibe Initiative: The Movement Shaping African Music’s Future

    September 8, 2025
  • Tips & Tricks

    Naira Marley Attacked On Stage? Viral Benin Republic Concert Sparks Chaos & Debate

    September 12, 2025

    The Fall 2025 Movie Slate Is Massive: Blockbusters, Prestige, and Popcorn Surprises Await

    September 11, 2025

    Mr Eazi & Temi Otedola’s Triple Wedding: From Monaco to Iceland, A Love Story in Three Acts

    September 10, 2025

    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Engagement Is More Than Romance—It’s a Cultural Power Play

    September 9, 2025

    Tems Launches the Leading Vibe Initiative: The Movement Shaping African Music’s Future

    September 8, 2025
  • Celebrity Kids

    Brody Jenner Ties the Knot With Tia Blanco in Dreamy Malibu Ceremony — See the Intimate Moments

    July 17, 2025

    Madison LeCroy Welcomes Baby No. 2 — the Heartwarming Story Behind the Name

    July 9, 2025

    Ariana Zolciak Supports Kim Zolciak and Siblings Amid Ongoing Money Issues

    July 7, 2025

    Sofia Richie and Elliot Grainge Revisit Lavish Wedding Venue Amid Backlash Over Cheating Rumors

    June 24, 2025

    Exes Megan Fox and MGK Unveil Their Baby Girl’s Name Following ‘Celestial Seed’ Mix-Up

    June 20, 2025
Subscribe
GistFestGistFest
Home » Cynthia Erivo Has Been Nominated for Oscar: This Is How She Learned and Celebrated the Great Feat
Entertainment

Cynthia Erivo Has Been Nominated for Oscar: This Is How She Learned and Celebrated the Great Feat

JudithBy JudithNovember 9, 20203 Mins Read
Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Reddit Telegram Email
Instagram/cynthiaerivo
Share
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

British actress and singer Cynthia Erivo snagged two Oscar nominations for her participation in the movie “Harriet.” The entertainment icon recounted her make-do celebration in honor of her latest feat on Naomi Campbell’s podcast.

“Harriet” star Cynthia Erivo is set to join the host of Hollywood EGOT legends after snagging two Oscar nominations for her role in the film.

The entertainment icon, who scored acting and singing roles in the movie, landed an Oscar nod in the Best Actress category for playing Harriet Tubman. The star also earned a nomination in the Original song category for performing Harriet’s “Stand-Up.”

While appearing on Naomi Campbell’s podcast, “No Filter With Naomi,” the 33-year-old recalled the moment she learned of the nominations. She explained how she came to know of the feat while on a plane to Japan.

Cynthia Erivo on Naomi Campbell's podcast | Image: YouTube/Naomi
Cynthia Erivo on Naomi Campbell’s podcast | Image: YouTube/Naomi

Erivo fell asleep during the trip and decided to turn on her phone upon waking up. Instantly, a barrage of texts and congratulatory messages flooded her inbox. However, finding out on a plane restricted her celebratory options, she recalled:

“I was on a plane! So I couldn’t tell anyone. I spoke to the air hostesses, who were so kind, so sweet. They gave me a little fruit plate to celebrate, a little card that said ‘congratulations.”

Having won Emmy, Grammy, and Tony awards in the past, Cynthia Erivo’s Oscar nod put her in line to become the next addition to the EGOT title holders.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B2hmg2LAQ-l/?igshid=kz64k8fxwzhg

It also made her the only Black nominee in the acting category of the 2020 Oscars. The star has been vocal about the implication of the inadequate Black representation in Hollywood award shows.

This year will be a turning point for everyone

During an interview with BBC, she condemned the lack of diversity among Oscar nominees and how it called for concern.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CCCdsN0prIF/?igshid=ghjyguezm93i

Additionally, Erivo buttressed the need to “figure out how this happens” recurrently. Going further, the star reflected on the slew of black actors that deserved to become award winners. She added:

“Hopefully, this year will be a turning point for everyone because we’re talking about it out loud. And now it can start to make some changes.”

As most may recall, Erivo earned her Oscar nomination in January 2020 for starring as the titular character in the 2019 film “Harriet.”

She emerged as a nominee amongst notable Hollywood performers like Scarlett Johansson, who starred in “Marriage Story,” Saoirse Ronan in “Little Women,” Renee Zellweger in “Judy,” and Charlize Theron in “Bombshell.”

https://www.instagram.com/p/B8XqyKypiPW/?igshid=sy3zh3fgjwxi

Before landing her role as the slave-turned-abolitionist, Harriet Tubman, the actress starred in other films. Most of these earned her notable awards, Including a Tony in 2016, a Grammy, and a Daytime Emmy.

The Oscar nominee has continued making waves in the entertainment industry, setting an example for the next generation of Black actors.

Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
Previous ArticleEunice Kennedy Shriver Graced Her Wedding in Her Grandmother’s Wedding Dress
Next Article Kardashian Sisters, Kendall and Kylie Didn’t Talk for a Month after Palm Springs Feud

Related Posts

Entertainment

The Fall 2025 Movie Slate Is Massive: Blockbusters, Prestige, and Popcorn Surprises Await

September 11, 2025
Entertainment

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Engagement Is More Than Romance—It’s a Cultural Power Play

September 9, 2025
Entertainment

Tems Launches the Leading Vibe Initiative: The Movement Shaping African Music’s Future

September 8, 2025
Latest Posts

Naira Marley Attacked On Stage? Viral Benin Republic Concert Sparks Chaos & Debate

September 12, 2025

The Fall 2025 Movie Slate Is Massive: Blockbusters, Prestige, and Popcorn Surprises Await

September 11, 2025

Mr Eazi & Temi Otedola’s Triple Wedding: From Monaco to Iceland, A Love Story in Three Acts

September 10, 2025

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Engagement Is More Than Romance—It’s a Cultural Power Play

September 9, 2025

Tems Launches the Leading Vibe Initiative: The Movement Shaping African Music’s Future

September 8, 2025

Maya Hawke Engaged: Actress Sparks Engagement Rumors With Ring During Walk

September 8, 2025

Priya Marathe’s Legacy: The Marathi & Hindi TV Star Gone Too Soon at 38

September 4, 2025

Hilda Baci’s Giant Jollof: Nigeria Prepares for the World’s Biggest Pot of Rice

September 3, 2025
About
About

We’re a news, entertainment and lifestyle hub that is dedicated to giving you quality insight on the latest lifestyle news, movie and TV news, celebrity news and lots more.

Contact us: info@gistfest.com

MOST POPULAR

Alina Nikitina: Everything We Know About the Russian Model

October 4, 2023

Jacob’s Ladder Piercing: All You Need To Know

July 21, 2023

Jennifer Rauchet: Inside the Life of Pete Hegseth’s Wife

August 30, 2023

Subscribe to Updates

Get the latest news delivered straight to your inbox!

Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
  • Disclaimer
  • About us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contribute & Advertise with Us
© 2025 GistFest. All Rights Reserved.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.