“Wicked” stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo open 2025 Oscars with gravity-defying “Wizard of Oz” medley
The musical opener kicked off with "Over the Rainbow" before segueing to "Home" from "The Wiz," as well as "Defying Gravity." ...
Best Original Songs Won’t Be Performed. ‘Defying Gravity’ Might.
Unlike in past years, tonight’s Oscars ceremony will not showcase the music from the best original song nominees, but a ...
Inside the Biggest Oscars 2025 Musical Moments, From “Defying Gravity” to That Wild Bond Tribute
The secret weapon to this year’s barn-burning Oscars performances takes Vanity Fair behind the scenes to explain how the show ...
The songs of "Wicked" aren’t Oscar-eligible, but they’re the reason for its magic
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande's vocal talents elevate the songs, putting an original spin on "unoriginal" hits.
The Oscars ‘Wicked’ Opening Was Everything Fans Hoped For
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo performed a medley, ending in their first live performance of “Defying Gravity.” Tears.
Ariana Grande Wears a Gravity-Defying Haute Couture Gown
The Wicked star and best supporting actress nominee didn't arrive at the show by bubble, but it wouldn't have been an ...
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The Subtle Way the Wicked Movie's ‘Defying Gravity' Changed From the Broadway Version
This Wicked song closes out act one of the musical and the first movie out of two of the movies, but now “Defying Gravity” is ...
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Can Elphaba Fly Without Her Broom In Wicked?
Elphaba flies away on her iconic broom at the end of Wicked, but can she actually defy gravity all by herself? Director Jon M ...