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The 97th Academy Awards are bringing serious star power, not just with the nominees but with a stacked lineup of performers.
This year’s ceremony will feature Doja Cat,
Cynthia Erivo,
Ariana Grande,
Lisa of BLACKPINK,
Queen Latifah, and
Raye, all of whom have been slaying it in music, film, and beyond. Here’s what they’ve been up to recently.
Doja Cat
Doja Cat has been busy collaborating, most recently featuring on Lisa’s new single Born Again, which also includes British singer Raye. The pop-disco track dropped in early February 2025, accompanied by a music video that pays tribute to powerful women throughout history.
Cynthia Erivo
Cynthia Erivo has been earning praise for her role as Elphaba in the Wicked movie adaptation, landing her a Best Actress nomination at this year’s Oscars. She’ll also take the stage alongside Ariana Grande to perform a Wicked number, marking one of the ceremony’s most anticipated performances.
Ariana Grande
Grande is co-starring as Glinda in Wicked, alongside Cynthia Erivo. Beyond her return to acting, she’s set to perform at the Oscars with Erivo, giving fans a sneak peek at what they can expect when Wicked hits theaters later this year.
Lisa of BLACKPINK
Lisa is diving deep into solo work, recently releasing her debut album Alter Ego, which includes Born Again, her collaboration with Doja Cat and Raye. She’s also made it in Hollywood, landing a role in The White Lotus Season 3, which has only increased her international visibility.
Queen Latifah
A legend in both music and film, Queen Latifah will perform in a tribute to Quincy Jones at the Oscars. Given Jones’s influence across multiple generations, this segment is expected to be a standout moment of the night.
Raye
Raye continues her rise in the industry, gaining major recognition for her work on Born Again alongside Lisa and Doja Cat. Her upcoming Oscars performance cements her status as one of the most exciting voices in music right now.