The "Wicked" stars took to the stage to perform a medley of "Wizard of Oz" themed songs for the opening number.

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The 97th Academy Awards kicked off Sunday evening with gravity-defying musical performances from two popular stars, including "Over the Rainbow." ...

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo performed a musical medley to open the 2025 Oscars, including "Defying Gravity" and ...

The stars also paid tribute to “The Wizard of Oz,” with Grande singing “Over the Rainbow,” and “The Wiz,” with Erivo singing “Home.” ...