Ariana Grande has reached a major milestone in her career. The singer-turned-actress earned her first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 97th Academy Awards.
Her role as Glinda in the highly anticipated film adaptation of Wicked received widespread praise, according to The News.
THE BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS NOMINATIONS
Grande joins a competitive category with Monica Barbaro (A Complete Unknown), Felicity Jones (The Brutalist), Isabella Rossellini (Conclave), and Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Pérez).
The announcement left Ariana emotional. She shared her gratitude in a heartfelt post on Instagram. “I’m humbled and deeply honoured to be in such brilliant company.
Sharing this with tiny [Ariana] who sat and studied Judy Garland singing Somewhere Over the Rainbow… it’s surreal.”
ARIANA GRANDE SHOWS GRATITUDE
Grande also expressed pride in her journey, adding, “I’m so proud of you, tiny.”
South African fans may find Grande’s rise inspiring. Her journey from child star to global sensation reflects the power of perseverance and chasing dreams.
She thanked the film’s director, Jon M. Chu, for believing in her, according to Vulture.
“Thank you for taking this chance on me and being the most [unbelievably] brilliant leader, human being, and fierce friend,” she wrote.
ARIANA GRANDE AND CYNTHIA ERIVO
Grande also gave a heartfelt shoutout to her co-star Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba.
“I am so deeply proud of my beautiful Wicked family,” she said. “I am so proud of my Elphie, my sister, my dear Cynthia Erivo.
Your brilliance is never-ending; you deserve every flower (tulip) in every garden. I love you unconditionally, always.”
WICKED
Wicked reimagines the backstory of the witches from The Wizard of Oz.
Grande’s reaction to the nomination was filled with gratitude and disbelief. “I don’t quite have all my words yet.
I’m still trying to breathe. But thank you. Oh my goodness, thank you.” She ended her post with a quirky nod to a Wicked lyric: “Lemons and melons and pears, oh my.”
CELEBRITY FRIENDS CONGRATULATE ARIANA GRANDE
Her celebrity friends flooded her with congratulations, according to the Daily Mail.
John Legend wrote, “Congratulations, Ari!!!” while Halle Bailey commented, “So deserved!!! So proud.” Donatella Versace added, “Congratulations beautiful!!! So proud to see this.”
Ariana’s nomination marks a career highlight and positions her as a strong contender at this year’s Oscars.
THE OSCARS
The Oscars are an international stage where talent shines, and Ariana’s inclusion reflects the evolution of her artistry.
As fans in South Africa and worldwide wait for the ceremony, Ariana’s heartfelt reaction reminds us of the joy that comes from hard work and recognition.
Her journey shows that dreams, no matter how big, can become a reality.
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