Oscars 2020: Watch Cynthia Erivo Perform Harriet’s “Stand Up”

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.

At the 2020 Oscars tonight, Elton John won Best Original Song for the second time in his career. “(I’m Gonna) Love Me Again” from Rocketman won the award over songs from Toy Story 4 (by Randy Newman), Frozen II (“Into the Unknown”), Breakthrough (by Diane Warren), and Harriet (by Cynthia Erivo). “Wow, this doesn’t suck,” Taupin said as he and John stepped onstage to accept their Oscar.

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.

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.

Janelle Monáe just booked a major gig this weekend.

This Sunday (February 9), the 2020 Oscars take place. It’s now been announced that the show will feature a special performance from Janelle Monáe. She joins a broadcast that will feature a performance from Billie Eilish. Best Original Song nominees Elton John, Randy Newman, and Cynthia Erivo are also set to perform.

Cynthia Erivo has said it is “saddening” that she is the only person of colour to be nominated in an acting category at the Oscars.

Cynthia Erivo, the breakout star behind “Harriet,” has described the experience of being the sole actor of color vying for an Oscar a “bittersweet” experience that should serve as an example for future awards.

Cynthia Erivo hopes the controversy over her lone presence as an actor of color among this year’s Oscars nominees will mark a “turning point” for the film industry.