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Cynthia Erivo, Halle Bailey and Brandy are just a few of the Black women who've had to push boundaries for their roles

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Wicked star Cynthia Erivo was nominated for an Oscar , a BAFTA , a Golden Globe and two SAG Awards for her role in the 2024 film adaptation.

Alexia Khadime is the only other Black woman to portray Elphaba full-time since the production's debut over 20 years ago .

Halle Bailey faced backlash for playing Ariel in the 2023 live-action Little Mermaid .