"Just forget about Cynthia huh": Internet reacts as The Hollywood Reporter predicts Ariana Grande as Best Supporting Actress Oscar frontrunner

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The Hollywood Reporter predicts Ariana Grande as Best Supporting Actress frontrunner at Oscars (Image via Getty)

Ariana Grande is generating significant buzz online due to The Hollywood Reporter's latest Feinberg Forecast. It is led by the outlet's executive editor of awards coverage. It has listed Ariana Grande as the current frontrunner for the Best Supporting Actress Oscar.

The prediction was quick to go viral as it set off notable discussions among fans and enthusiasts. Some netizens questioned the focus on Ariana Grande over her co-star Cynthia Erivo. One such user commented,

"So just forget about Cynthia huh"

The buzz comes as promotions for Wicked: For Good continue across multiple cities. The film is the second chapter of Jon M. Chu's two-part adaptation of the Broadway hit. Grande and Erivo recently appeared at the Singapore premiere, where a security scare happened: a man jumped over the barricade and rushed Ariana Grande. He has now been arrested.


Netizens' reactions to THR predicting Ariana Grande as Best Supporting Actress Oscar frontrunner

Pop Crave took to their official X (formerly Twitter) page to post that,

"The Hollywood Reporter currently predicts Ariana Grande to win the ‘Best Supporting Actress’ Oscar."

Netizens were notably quick to weigh in on the comment section of the X post as they shared their thoughts about the prediction. Below are some of their reactions:

"Ariana Grande really came a long way from Nickelodeon to potential Oscar contender. But I’m curious… do we think this is pure performance or Hollywood momentum working in her favor? Genuine question.", questioned an X user.
"That is wild to think about, but honestly not surprising. Ariana Grande has been leveling up in every lane she touches. If she really walks away with Best Supporting Actress, that is going to be one of the cleanest career pivots we have seen in a long time. From pop star to Oscar winner? That is a storyline Hollywood dreams of.", opined another.
"Oh, Ariana Grande as Glinda? Honey, I have seen every Broadway revival of Wicked since it opened, and that girl's got the sparkle to steal the show. Rooting for you, dear, may your pink bubble burst right into that Oscar!", admired a third.

Others also chimed in:

"By the way Scott Feinberg from @THR had Jennifer Lopez at number 1 as the front runner. When she canceled to appear on his podcast, he completely removed her and now she is on his “long shot” list.” It’s time to call these Oscar pundits out for being biased.", noted a netizen.
"His stuff shifts a lot, fyi. He was mostly right on his final guesses for last year, but those were released very close to the Oscars after many other awards had been given. Also since noms aren’t even out yet, this list really serves as more a “most likely to be nominated”", commented another.
"It is exciting to see talent recognized, because hard work, dedication, and artistry shine brightest when others notice and celebrate them. Moments like this remind us that passion and effort can lead to well-deserved honor.", stated a third.

Ariana Grande recently opened up about Glinda, her character in Wicked, stating:

"I think that spark of connection to my craft was also pretty disconnected for a little while. It really felt like safe again to fall in love with creating and like maybe I was being seen for the first time. I feel really relieved that people finally will get to see and know and love Glinda the way that I had to play her."

Amid the promotional run of Wicked: For Good, Ariana Grande is also preparing for her 2026 Eternal Sunshine tour. Below are the confirmed dates and locations for her upcoming run:

  • Saturday, June 6, 2026, Oakland, CA, at Oakland Arena
  • Tuesday, June 9, 2026, Oakland, CA, at Oakland Arena
  • Wednesday, June 10, 2026, Oakland, CA, at Oakland Arena
  • Saturday, June 13, 2026, Los Angeles, CA, at Crypto.com Arena
  • Sunday, June 14, 2026, Los Angeles, CA, at Crypto.com Arena
  • Wednesday, June 17, 2026, Los Angeles, CA, at Kia Forum
  • Friday, June 19, 2026, Los Angeles, CA, at Kia Forum
  • Saturday, June 20, 2026, Los Angeles, CA, at Kia Forum
  • Wednesday, June 24, 2026, Austin, TX, at Moody Center
  • Friday, June 26, 2026, Austin, TX, at Moody Center
  • Saturday, June 27, 2026, Austin, TX, at Moody Center
  • Tuesday, June 30, 2026, Sunrise, FL, at Amerant Bank Arena
  • Thursday, July 2, 2026, Sunrise, FL, at Amerant Bank Arena
  • Friday, July 3, 2026, Sunrise, FL, at Amerant Bank Arena
  • Monday, July 6, 2026, Atlanta, GA, at State Farm Arena
  • Wednesday, July 8, 2026, Atlanta, GA, at State Farm Arena
  • Thursday, July 9, 2026, Atlanta, GA, at State Farm Arena
  • Sunday, July 12, 2026, Brooklyn, NY, at Barclays Center
  • Monday, July 13, 2026, Brooklyn, NY, at Barclays Center
  • Thursday, July 16, 2026, Brooklyn, NY, at Barclays Center
  • Saturday, July 18, 2026, Brooklyn, NY, at Barclays Center
  • Sunday, July 19, 2026, Brooklyn, NY, at Barclays Center
  • Wednesday, July 22, 2026, Boston, MA, at TD Garden
  • Friday, July 24, 2026, Boston, MA, at TD Garden
  • Saturday, July 25, 2026, Boston, MA, at TD Garden
  • Tuesday, July 28, 2026, Montreal, QC, at Centre Bell
  • Thursday, July 30, 2026, Montreal, QC, at Centre Bell
  • Friday, July 31, 2026, Montreal, QC, at Centre Bell
  • Monday, August 3, 2026, Chicago, IL, at United Center
  • Wednesday, August 5, 2026, Chicago, IL, at United Center
  • Thursday, August 6, 2026, Chicago, IL, at United Center
  • Saturday, August 15, 2026, London, UK, at The O2
  • Sunday, August 16, 2026, London, UK, at The O2
  • Wednesday, August 19, 2026, London, UK, at The O2
  • Thursday, August 20, 2026, London, UK, at The O2
  • Sunday, August 23, 2026, London, UK, at The O2
  • Monday, August 24, 2026, London, UK, at The O2
  • Thursday, August 27, 2026, London, UK, at The O2
  • Friday, August 28, 2026, London, UK, at The O2
  • Monday, August 31, 2026, London, UK, at The O2
  • Tuesday, September 1, 2026, London, UK, at The O2

Fans can visit Ariana Grande's official website to check out ticket availability information.


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Edited by Gourab Kundu