Harvard University’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals has named “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo as its 2025 Woman of the Year.

Cynthia Erivo may still be experiencing a warm round of applause for her performance as Elphaba in 2024’s Wicked, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t already have her sights set on other, future roles.

The Hasty Pudding Theatricals at Harvard University is holding space for Cynthia Erivo as their 2025 Woman of the Year.

Harvard University’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals is defying gravity with its pick for the 2025 Woman of the Year.