Oscars 2025 Prediction: Here's Why Ariana Grande's Best Supporting Actress Nod Deserves The Gold
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 26: Ariana Grande is seen at the GRAMMY Charities Signings during the 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards at STAPLES Center on January 26, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Robin Marchant/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Ariana Grande has always spun stories like magic, wrapping emotions in melodies that hit straight to the heart. Whether soaring through the highs and lows of love in 'No Tears Left to Cry' or weaving intricate narratives across her albums, she makes sure that every lyric hits with her voice effortlessly shifting from a soft sigh to a powerhouse belt. Now, Grande is proving that her range and storytelling skills are just as spellbinding on the silver screen, delivering a performance that has Hollywood doing double takes.
The pop star has earned her first Oscar nomination, and with the buzz surrounding her performance, she might just take home the gold.
Ariana Grande’s dedication to her role is turning heads and fueling Oscar buzz
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Ariana Grande's portrayal of Glinda in Wicked has earned her a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the Academy Awards, marking a defining moment in her evolution from global pop sensation to acclaimed actress. Effortlessly balancing Glinda’s signature charm and humor with unexpected emotional depth, Grande proves she is more than just a powerhouse vocalist, she is a true performer capable of commanding the big screen. Hollywood has always embraced reinvention, and her seamless transition into film has captivated both critics and audiences alike.
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BURBANK, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 09: Singer Ariana Grande performs onstage during the 2016 MTV Movie Awards at Warner Bros. Studios on April 9, 2016 in Burbank, California. MTV Movie Awards airs April 10, 2016 at 8pm ET/PT. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
Ariana Grande's Oscar chances are further strengthened by an impressive awards season run. She has already secured Best Supporting Actress wins at the Astra Film and Creative Arts Awards, and more awards, solidifying industry recognition of her performance. Meanwhile, Wicked itself has made a significant impact, earning ten Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actress for Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba. With the film’s widespread acclaim boosting her visibility and the Academy’s history of rewarding standout musical performances, Grande’s path to Oscar gold seems brighter than ever.
With the pop star’s path to an Oscar win clearer than ever, fans cannot help but get nostalgic about her remarkable journey in Hollywood.
Ariana Grande’s journey from teen TV to the Academy Awards
Ariana Grande has come full circle, transforming from a teen television actress into a Hollywood star. She first captured audiences as Cat Valentine on Victorious, where her comedic timing and charm made her a standout. Though music became her primary focus, earning her global superstardom, she never fully left the world of acting behind. Now, with her role as Glinda in Wicked, Grande has returned to the screen, proving her talent extends far beyond the recording studio.
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LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 02: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NO COMMERCIAL USE) Ariana Grande performs onstage during the 2018 iHeartRadio by AT&T at Banc of California Stadium on June 2, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)
The transition from pop star to serious actress is often a treacherous one, but Grande has navigated it with finesse. She brings warmth, humor, and depth to Glinda, a role she was seemingly born to play. Rather than simply proving she belongs in Hollywood, she has redefined what it means to be a multi-hyphenate performer. As the Oscars draw near, fans' excitement keeps on increasing while also stirring various emotions at the voter ballots, setting the stage for an unforgettable awards night.
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Edited By: Hriddhi Maitra
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