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Colman Domingo has been cast as the Cowardly Lion in the upcoming Wicked: For Good film, joining a star-studded cast including Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, with the film set for release on November 21, 2024.
Universal Pictures announced that Colman Domingo will voice the Cowardly Lion in the upcoming Wicked: For Good, set to release on November 21, 2025, with Jon M. Chu directing and a cast including Jonathan Bailey and Michelle Yeoh.
Colman Domingo appears in drag in Sabrina Carpenter's music video inspired by 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' and responds to criticism by emphasizing it's just a character, encouraging fans to enjoy the fun and not take it too seriously.
Actor Colman Domingo is set to direct and star as legendary singer Nat King Cole in a musical biopic, a project he has been quietly working on for a few years. This marks his feature directing debut, and he co-wrote the script for the film. Domingo has previous experience with Cole, having co-written the play "Lights Out: Nat 'King' Cole." The news comes as Domingo received an Oscar nomination and landed roles in other feature films, solidifying his busy schedule for 2024.
Colman Domingo has been cast as Joe Jackson, the father of Michael Jackson, in the upcoming biopic "Michael." The film will explore the complicated legacy of Michael Jackson and his impact on music and culture, with Domingo expressing excitement to portray the complex character of Joe Jackson. Production has already begun, and the movie is set to be released in 2025.
Colman Domingo and Jodie Foster have received Oscar nominations for their portrayals of gay characters in Netflix biopics, marking a significant moment for LGBTQ representation in Hollywood. While straight actors have a long history of being recognized for playing gay characters, openly LGBTQ actors have had fewer opportunities for such recognition. The nominations of Domingo and Foster are seen as a positive step for the queer community, with hopes for more LGBTQ+ actors, writers, and directors to be celebrated for telling authentic LGBTQ+ stories in the future.
Various Oscar nominees, including Lily Gladstone, Paul Giamatti, and Celine Song, share their reactions to their nominations, from organizing closets to late-night nerves. They discuss their excitement, plans for the ceremony, and hopes for the future, offering insights into their personal experiences and the impact of their nominations.
Colman Domingo's Oscar nomination for his role as Bayard Rustin in "Rustin" makes him only the second openly gay man to be nominated for playing a gay character, following Ian McKellen's nomination in 1999. The article discusses the history of straight male actors winning Oscars for portraying LGBTQ characters and notes the recent nomination of Bradley Cooper for his role as Leonard Bernstein in "Maestro." It also highlights the imbalance in recognition for openly gay actors playing straight roles and the lack of an openly gay man winning an Oscar.
Actor Colman Domingo, who was on the verge of quitting Hollywood nine years ago, is now experiencing a breakthrough moment on the big screen. He is starring in the Netflix drama "Rustin" as the gay civil rights activist Bayard Rustin, for which he has been nominated for a Golden Globe and could be a contender at the Oscars. Domingo is also co-starring in the new movie version of "The Color Purple" and has won an Emmy for his performance in "Euphoria." After years of near-misses, Domingo is relishing in the recognition and success he is finally receiving.
Colman Domingo and Jacob Elordi, who have worked together on the set of "Euphoria" without sharing a scene, discuss their experiences portraying historical figures in upcoming projects. Domingo talks about his role as Civil Rights leader Bayard Rustin in "Rustin," while Elordi discusses his portrayal of Elvis in Sofia Coppola's "Priscilla." They also bond over being mama's boys and the deep attachments they have to their craft.