Cynthia Erivo is a versatile English actress and singer known for her remarkable performances on stage and screen. Born on January 8, 1987, in Stockwell, London, England, Erivo has captivated audiences with her exceptional talent and captivating presence.

Cynthia Erivo

Early Life and Education

Erivo grew up in Stockwell, South London, with her Nigerian parents. Her mother, a nurse, inspired her to care for and connect with others. She attended La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School, where she discovered her passion for the arts.

Initially studying music psychology at the University of East London, Erivo eventually followed her heart to pursue acting. She bravely switched to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, where she polished her skills and began her path to success in the entertainment industry.

Career

Erivo's career journey demonstrates her versatility and depth as an artist. She began with roles on British TV in shows like *Chewing Gum* and *The Tunnel*. Her talent also shone on stage in productions like *The Color Purple* and *I Can't Sing!*.

Her big break came with her role as Celie Harris in *The Color Purple* in 2013, earning her critical acclaim. This led to her Broadway debut in 2015, where she won the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical.

Transitioning to the big screen, Erivo delivered strong performances in movies like *Bad Times at the El Royale* and *Widows*. Her portrayal of Harriet Tubman in *Harriet* solidified her reputation as a top performer, earning her Academy Award nominations for Best Actress and Best Original Song.

Personal Life

In her personal life, Erivo values privacy and chooses to keep details about her relationships private. However, she openly shares her Roman Catholic faith and proudly identifies as queer and bisexual.

Movies 

Some of her Movies include 

1 Strange Planet

2. HouseBroken

3. Star Wars: Visions

4. Luther: The Fallen Sun

5. Drift

6. Kym

7. Pinocchio

8. Roar

Songs

- Stand Up

- You're Not Here

- I Might Be In Love With You

- Goodbye Song

- The Good

- Alive

- Glowing Up

- Fly Before You Fall

- Sweet Sarah

- When You Believe

- God Only Knows

- I'm Here

- Hero

- Mama

- When You Wish Upon a Star

- Anything Worth Holding On To

- This Old Heart of Mine

- Nobody

- Day Off

- What In The World

- A Window

- Hold On, I'm Comin'

- Jump

- Si Pudiera Leer Tus Sueños

- Love You for Free

- I Don't Know How to Love Him

- I Did Something Bad

- At All

- Tears

- Chase the Wind

Awards and Nominations

Erivo's talent has been recognized with numerous awards and nominations throughout her career, including Tony Awards, Grammy Awards, and Daytime Emmy Awards, among others. Her impressive list of accolades is a testament to her exceptional talent and dedication to her craft.

Net Worth

Cynthia Erivo's talent and hard work have not gone unnoticed in the industry, contributing to her estimated net worth of around $23 million. 

Social Media

Stay connected with Cynthia Erivo through her official social media channels:

- Instagram: [@cynthiaerivo]

- Twitter: [@CynthiaErivo]