Oscar Voter Claims Cynthia Erivo Is ‘Too Old’ for Wicked, Sparks Outrage!

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2025 Oscars are stirring up a new round of debate due to an unidentified Oscar voter confessing they didn’t choose Cynthia Erivo for Best Actress in “Wicked” because she was perceived as too old at 38. This disclosure has sparked intense conversations about ageism, racial prejudice, and the underlying issues within the Academy’s voting system.

Actress Cynthia Erivo, renowned for her exceptional portrayal in the play “Wicked“, has been a prominent figure throughout this year’s award season. Her performance has earned her glowing praise and numerous nominations. However, some critics argue that overlooking her talent because of her age reveals lingering biases within Hollywood, even as efforts for progress are being championed. This recent incident further fuels the ongoing discussion about the necessity of change within the Academy. Although the Oscars have taken steps towards promoting diversity and inclusivity in the past, this controversy acts as a stark reminder that prejudices – be they related to age, race, or personal tastes – still impact the most prestigious awards in the industry.

The deadline for Oscar voting was on February 18, but a candid remark from an anonymous voter has left a significant impact. In an interview with Indie Wire that has gained traction, the voter expressed, “Karla Sofía Gascón should have won, it’s a shame she won’t. Her performance was exceptional. I found Demi Moore’s win more acceptable than The Substance. And Cynthia Erivo was too old for Wicked.” This comment has sparked conversations among fans and critics, with many advocating for reforms and transparency in the Oscars voting process. “I hope Cynthia wins just to upset that individual,” one social media user commented. “Are we supposed to take these awards seriously?” another questioned.

The 2025 Academy Awards Continue To Face Backlash

2023’s Academy Awards have faced backlash due to several contentious choices, such as nominating Karla Sofía Gascón for Best Actress and disregarding “Dune 2” because some viewers found it dull. The actress Karla Sofia Gascón, who plays Emilia Perez in the movie, has seen her award campaign falter due to resurfaced controversial social media posts from January. While the film has earned numerous awards and praises, it has also received mixed reactions from LGBTQ advocates regarding its representation of the transgender community.

At the end of January, screenshots of tweets by District Attorney George Gascón were shared on X by writer Sarah Hagi. These tweets dated back over several years and contained Islamophobic, racist, and other offensive remarks about various subjects, such as the death of George Floyd in 2020 and the Oscars themselves. In November, the organization GLAAD collected criticisms from several sources, asserting that a specific film was repeating transgender stereotypes, tropes, and clichés common in the past and took a step backward for trans representation. When addressing criticism of the film’s depiction of trans people, Gascón spoke with Out magazine in October, stating, “The only thing I could contribute to the project was my own experience, which is quite different from many others. As human beings, we all have unique experiences and lives.

Every year, the Oscars seem to stir up a lot of debate and disagreement, and this time around is no exception. It’s likely that the Academy would prefer discussions centered on the movies themselves, but it seems that any publicity, good or bad, is still seen as beneficial according to the saying, “there’s no such thing as bad publicity.

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2025-03-01 19:33