"Cynthia Erivo is the name on everyone's lips again with Wicked: For Good being released today (21 November). The 38-year-old actor, alongside her Wicked co-star Ariana Grande, has become the centre-point of a cultural phenomena with the release of the musical adaptation and it's sequel. But the star is not just an amazing performer, she has also lived a rich and interesting life. Here are just a few of the facts about Cynthia Erivo."
"Cynthia Erivo identifies as queer and bisexual. The star first spoke openly about her sexuality in an August 2022 issue of British Vogue. She has always been a standout advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, even before coming out. While Erivo keeps her private life, well, private (and good for her!) she has been in a relationship with actress, producer and screenwriter Lena Waithe since late 2024."
Cynthia Erivo is a 38-year-old actor who stars in Wicked: For Good alongside Ariana Grande. She debuted on screen in Chewing Gum as Magdaline in 2015. She later appeared in Mr Selfridge, Broad City and The Outsider, and served as a guest judge on Strictly Come Dancing and RuPaul's Drag Race. Film credits include Widows and Disney's live-action Pinocchio as The Blue Fairy. She identifies as queer and bisexual and has advocated for LGBTQ+ rights. She has been in a relationship with Lena Waithe since late 2024. She was born in Stockwell, London to Nigerian immigrant parents. Her mother is a nurse who raised her after she was disowned by her father at 16; she named her production company "Edith's Daughter" in tribute.
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