Everyone needs a friend like Bowen Yang. Not only is he hilariously talented (hello, he's on SNL), but he’s also the ultimate hype man. And if you need proof, just ask his Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo.

Cynthia Erivo is already going to the Oscars as a best actress nominee for “ Wicked ,” but some have expected the star to have a bigger spotlight during the ceremony. As reported by Puck, the Academy is looking to open the telecast with a medley of “Wicked” songs performed by Erivo and her co-star Ariana Grande.

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

Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo is being feted as Harvard University’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals Woman of the Year.

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.

Cynthia Erivo thinks winning an Oscar would be life-changing. Her nomination marks a significant milestone in her career, which spans over 15 years in entertainment.

Grammy and Tony winning actress-singer Cynthia Erivo catches up with Elvis at Sundance about how she found out she was Oscar-nominated for “Wicked.”

On a visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live! Wicked star Cynthia Erivo talked about receiving an Oscar nomination for her performance, how she made Elphaba's songs her own, and more. Watch the interview here!

Erivo, bundled in a parka, blew kisses to the crowd and mouthed “I love you” as the car she and costumed members of the Hasty Pudding Theatricals were in slowly made its way through Cambridge. One fan handed her a red rose and several held up signs praising her star power. She also got a few kisses on the cheek from the two theatrical members.