Video Of The Day: Cynthia Erivo’s Show-Stopping Oscars Performance Deserves An Encore
Cynthia Erivo’s electrifying performance of ‘Stand Up’ at the 2020 Oscars is a masterclass in vocal brilliance and emotional depth.
Cynthia Erivo’s powerhouse performance of “Stand Up” at the 2020 Academy Awards was nothing short of breathtaking, a vocal and emotional triumph that still resonates—especially in today’s political and social climate.
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The song, from the film Harriet, in which Erivo also starred as Harriet Tubman, is a stirring anthem of resilience, made all the more powerful by her soaring vocals. Now, Erivo is set to once again command the Oscars stage, this time opening the show alongside her Wicked costar Ariana Grande in what’s sure to be a dazzling moment of musical magic.
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The 97th Academy Awards will air Sunday night at 7 p.m. on ABC and stream live on Hulu.
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