Show Stopped: Actress Cynthia Erivo Performs Emotional Tribute to Harriet Tubman at Oscars

Actress Cynthia Erivo performed a show-stopping performance of the song “Stand Up” from the film Harriet which chronicles the story of Harriet Tubman.

Erivo performed the song, ending it with a large illustration of Harriet Tubman with gospel choir singers throughout the theatre’s isles.

Erivo is a Tony Award winner whose song from Harriet is nominated for Best Song this year at the Oscars. She, herself, is nominated for Best Actress for her portrayal as Harriet Tubman.

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