Who is Cynthia Erivo?

Cynthia Chinasaokwu Erivo is a 33 year-old British singer and actress who has won numerous awards for her work. She was born in Stockwell, London on 8 January 1987. She is known for her roles in The Color Purple, Widows and Bad Times at the El Royale.

Early Life

Erivo began performing at an early age, taking part in school plays, church choirs and local theatre productions. She studied music at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, graduating in 2010. Her first major role was as Ivy Harris in The Color Purple at the Menier Chocolate Factory in London.

Career

Erivo has performed in a number of stage productions across the UK, including The Umbrellas of Cherbourg at the Gielgud Theatre and The Color Purple at the Shaftesbury Theatre. She has also starred in films such as Widows, Bad Times at the El Royale, Harriet and Miss Juneteenth. Erivo has also recorded several albums, including the soundtrack for The Color Purple.

Awards

Erivo has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album for The Color Purple, a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress for Widows, an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for The Outsider and a Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role for The Color Purple. She was also awarded an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in 2018 for services to drama.

Social Media Presence

Erivo is active on social media, with over 500k followers on Instagram alone. She regularly posts updates about her work and shares her thoughts on current events.

Conclusion

Cynthia Erivo is one of Britain's most successful singers and actresses. She has achieved great success in both areas and has been recognized with numerous awards throughout her career.