How Much Is Cynthia Erivo’s Net Worth? Uncover How Much Money She Made on ‘Wicked’

Cynthia Erivo‘s net worth is ~unlimited~! The British actress and singer has captivated audiences with her performances on stage and screen, from her breakthrough role in Broadway’s The Color Purple to her portrayal of Harriet Tubman in the biopic Harriet and her turn as Elphaba in the film adaptation of Wicked. With such a stellar career, many are curious: just how much has Cynthia earned during her time in the spotlight?

Keep reading for details on her net worth:

What Is Cynthia Erivo’s Net Worth?

Cynthia’s estimated net worth currently stands at around $3 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. However, this figure does not appear to account for her earnings from Wicked, one of her most high-profile roles to date. With Wicked expected to be a massive hit, her net worth is likely much higher than reported.

How Did Cynthia Erivo Get Her Start?

Born and raised in London, England, Cynthia attended the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), graduating in 2010. She started her acting career with appearances on British TV shows like Chewing Gum and The Tunnel. Her big break came when she starred as Celie in the Broadway revival of The Color Purple. Her performance was widely acclaimed, earning her the 2016 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical. She also won a Drama Desk Award, a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album and a Daytime Emmy Award for her work on the production.

Cynthia continued to shine onscreen, starring in HBO’s crime drama miniseries The Outsider in 2020 and portraying Aretha Franklin in National Geographic’s anthology series Genius: Aretha in 2021, a role that earned her a Primetime Emmy nomination. She has also released music, including her 2021 debut album, Ch. 1 Vs. 1.

How Much Money Did Cynthia Make From ‘Wicked’?

Although the exact figures for Cynthia’s Wicked salary are not public, reports confirmed that she and her co-star Ariana Grande received equal pay. Rumors about a significant pay disparity between the two began circulating on TikTok and Reddit in November 2024, suggesting Ariana earned $15 million while Cynthia made only $1 million.

However, Universal Studios quickly debunked these allegations. “Reports of pay disparity between Cynthia and Ariana are completely false and based on internet fodder. The women received equal pay for their work on Wicked,” a Universal spokesperson told The Hollywood Reporter on Tuesday, November 26.

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