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Cynthia Erivo Added Micro Braids to Elphaba So That 'Wicked' Could Honor Black Women

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The 'Wicked' film pays homage to Black women through subtle hair and makeup choices for lead actress Cynthia Erivo's Elphaba.

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Cynthia Erivo added micro braids to Elphaba's iconic look to honor the styling traditions of Black women.
The 'Wicked' filmmakers wanted to ensure Elphaba's character evolution from kind-hearted to 'wicked' was subtly reflected in her hair and makeup.

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Cynthia Erivo, Wicked, 'Wicked'

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