“i cannot stop crying, to no one’s surprise. i’m humbled and deeply honored to be in such brilliant company and sharing this with tiny ari who sat and studied Judy Garland singing Somewhere Over the Rainbow just before the big, beautiful bubble entered,” she wrote, alongside a photograph of herself as a child.
As well as paying tribute to her director, Ari also showed love for her Wicked costar, Cynthia Erivo, who received a Best Actress nomination for her portrayal of Elphaba.
“i don’t quite have all my words yet, i’m still trying to breathe,” she continued. “but thank you. oh my goodness, thank you. Universal, Marc, my family, my heart.”
