Cynthia Erivo talks about songs and artists that remind her of her childhood and continue to influence her as an artist, including Brandy’s “Almost Doesn’t Count,” Mary J. Blige's “You Are My Everything,” and “But You First” by new artist Manana Music. Tune in Sun. Dec. 31 at 8/7c on PBS to catch the next episode of #KenCenNextPBS with "Cynthia Erivo and Friends." | The Kennedy Center

Her humanity, light, and joy. A deeper look into Cynthia Erivo's Elphaba. | Wicked Movie

151K views · 2.4K reactions | What an amazing way to end CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute! Cynthia Erivo's amazing performance of David Bowie's "Heroes." You can be a hero to someone you have never met, contribute to these important causes on CNNHeroes.com right now and your donation could go twice as far. Sponsored by Rocket Mortgage | CNN Heroes | Facebook

3.1K views · 29 reactions | Academy Award nominee Cynthia Erivo captures the spirit of one of the most iconic women of all time in Genius: Aretha. Watch the premiere this Sunday on National Geographic. | National Geographic TV | Facebook