This is how netizens reacted to Cynthia Erivo's role

Cynthia Erivo’s ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ Controversy, Explained
Wicked’ star Cynthia Erivo’s casting as Jesus Christ in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ ignited backlash on social media, but the musical has always been controversial.
Cynthia Erivo goes from ‘Wicked’ to ‘Jesus Christ Superstar,’ sparking outrage
Cynthia Erivo goes from wicked witch to the child of God in the Hollywood Bowl run of “Jesus Christ Superstar,” drawing heated social media reactions.
Cynthia Erivo Cast As Jesus Christ In ‘Jesus Christ Superstar'
Cynthia Erivo will be walking on water as Jesus Christ this summer. The actress took to Instagram on Tuesday (Feb. 18), resharing a post by Broadway World, revealing her brand new role in Jesus Christ Superstar premiering at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
OG 'Jesus Christ Superstar' Actor Says Cynthia Erivo Haters Sadly Typical
There has been an onslaught of backlash since it was announced Cynthia Erivo would star in a short run of "Jesus Christ Superstar" in L.A. ... but one former messiah actor says haters need to chill and maybe ask
This is how netizens reacted to Cynthia Erivo's role as Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar'
The recent announcement of Cynthia Erivo portraying Jesus in the Hollywood Bowl's upcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar has ignited a fervent debate across social media platforms. Erivo, renowned for her award-winning performance as Elphaba in the film adaptation of Wicked,
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Cynthia Erivo to Star as Jesus Christ in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ At Hollywood Bowl
Cynthia Erivo will take on the role of Jesus Christ in a summer production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Hollywood Bowl. Erivo previously played Mary Magdalene in an all-female version ...
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Femme/Trans-Led JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Announced At Utopia Opera
This March, Utopia Opera will present the timeless rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar with a 30-piece orchestra from March 14th through 23rd at the Ida K. Lang Recital Hall at Hunter College.
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Cynthia Erivo Cast as Jesus in Hollywood Bowl’s Production of Jesus Christ Superstar
The upcoming production of 'Jesus Christ Superstar' will run from Aug. 1 to Aug. 3 Gabrielle Rockson is a staff writer-reporter for PEOPLE. She joined PEOPLE in 2023 and covers entertainment and ...
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Cynthia Erivo to Play Jesus in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at Hollywood Bowl
Cynthia Erivo is set to play Jesus Christ this summer in a production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Hollywood Bowl. Erivo shared the news via ...
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Cynthia Erivo will star as Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at the Hollywood Bowl
Cynthia Erivo is taking on another musical for her next role. Cynthia Erivo is taking on another musical for her next role. On Tuesday, it was announced that the "Wicked" star and three-time Oscar ...
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Cynthia Erivo Cast As Jesus In ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ At The Hollywood Bowl
Wicked’s Cynthia Erivo will play the title role of Jesus Christ Superstar at a Hollywood Bowl presentation of the classic Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical this summer. Performances of ...
Jesus Christ Superstar rehearsal at the Civic Theater in Allentown | PHOTOS
This cast of Jesus Christ Superstar rehearses Wednesday Feb. 19, 2025 at the Civic Theater in Allentown. The rock opera is on ...