‘Harriet’ Star Cynthia Erivo: Oscars Will Be ‘Bittersweet’ Warning for Future Awards

Tony, Grammy and Emmy winner Cynthia Erivo is bringing her podcast “Carrier” to the big screen.

By Andreas Wiseman

Talk about an Oscars debut to remember: Two-time Academy Award nominee and first-time attendee Cynthia Erivo arrived at the red carpet on Sunday evening (Feb. 9) ready to slay.

Cynthia Erivo stunned all of Hollywood and beyond during her breathtaking performance of "Stand Up" -- the song that secured one of her two Oscar nominations -- at the 92nd annual Academy Awards. After a warm introduction from Zazie Beetz and orchestra conductor Rickey Minor, the lights came up on the triple-threat standing by herself in the middle of the stage in a striking gold gown.

The Academy Awards are a chance for many stars to pull out all the stops.

Double Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo took the stage at the Dolby Theatre on Sunday night to perform her song, "Stand Up," from Harriet.Clad in gold floor-length gown with a thigh-high gap, Erivo belted the powerful lyrics she wrote alongside Joshuah Brian Campbell for the best original song nominee against the a sunset backdrop.The 2020 Oscar double nominee was joined by a group of singers in gold and silver outfits.

Cynthia Erivo graced the stage tonight at the 2020 Oscars to perform “Stand Up.” The song appeared in Harriet, and is nominated tonight for Best Original Song. Erivo is also nominated for Best Actress tonight for her portrayal of abolitionist Harriet Tubman. Erivo performed in a glittering, high-collared gown. Watch it all go down below.

Cynthia Erivo certainly proved she's EGOT-worthy during tonight's 2020 Oscars!

Cynthia Erivo’s 2020 Oscars manicure may just be the best nail art we’ve seen… like… ever.

Wearing white on the red carpet is tricky – if you’re wearing a big, knock-out gown, it’s hard for it to not look like a wedding dress.

Charlize Theron is in the building.

It's a big night for Cynthia Erivo!

And just like that, is over just as quickly as it began, ending Sunday night with the Oscars 2020. As to be expected with (like Laura Dern, Renée Zellweger, and Cynthia Erivo), this year's Oscars 2020 red carpet looks were some of the most gorgeous .While it's been a strong season for , the Oscars are when celebrities bring out all the stops.

Check back for all the details on the Oscars 2020 red carpet and fashion.The 2020 Oscars are upon us, but instead of focusing on the nominations (which, for the most part, ) let's focus on the fashion. Everyone from Laura Dern to Scarlett Johansson to Cynthia Erivo brought it tonight, February 9, on the red carpet.

Cynthia Erivo, 33, is one of the many nominees who will be attending the 2020 Oscars on Feb. 9. Cynthia’s powerful performance in the critically-acclaimed film Harriet has earned Cynthia her very first Oscar nomination of her career. Cynthia is not just a movie star, she’s also a renowned stage actor and is making waves on TV right now. HollywoodLife has 5 key things you need to know about Cynthia.

Janelle Monae has been added to the list of performers at the Oscars, alongside stars like Billie Eilish and Elton John.

Janelle Monae has been added to the list of performers at the Oscars, alongside stars, such as Billie Eilish and Elton John.

The "Night Before," one of the most exclusive events of Hollywood’s awards season, is returning for its 18thyear.Leonardo DiCaprio, Cynthia Erivo, Scarlett Johansson and Jennifer Lopez are among the A-listers who have signed on as host committee members for this year's event, which benefits the Motion Picture & Television Fund.The 2020 host committee for the party features a slew of current and past Oscar nominees and winners.