The 31-year-old actress won best supporting actress for her portrayal of Glinda, the beloved Good Witch, in the highly anticipated musical adaptation of "Wicked."

Soon after Oscar 2025 nominations were announced, Ariana Grande shared her emotional reaction on Instagram.

"Lifting my head between sobs to say thank you so much @theacademy for this unfathomable recognition," she began writing in her lengthy caption. "I can't stop crying, to no one's surprise."

She went on to express how "humbled" and "deeply honored" she was to be "in such brilliant company and to share this with little Arie who sat studying Judy Garland singing 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' just before she big, beautiful balloon went in. I'm so proud of you, little one."

She also expressed her gratitude and love for the project, her co-stars and director Jon M. Chu.

"Thank you @jonmchu for taking this opportunity and being the most amazing leader, human being and fiercest friend," Grande wrote. "So deeply proud of my beautiful 'Wicked' family. So proud of my Elphie, my sister, my darling @cynthiaerivo. Your brilliance is endless and you deserve every flower (tulip) in every garden. I love you unconditionally, always."

The actress concluded: "I don't quite have all the words yet, I'm still trying to breathe. But thank you. Oh my God, thank you. Universal, Marc, my family, my heart. Lemons and melons and pears, oh my (bubbles emoji).

Ahead of her Oscar nominations, Grande reflected on her evolving voice — a reminder that, even with production wrapped, she remains deeply connected to Oz.

"Maybe people underestimate how long we spent looking and disappearing in those women," Grande said Diversity at that time. “So when it takes time for certain inflections or mannerisms to go away, people sometimes make fun of themselves. But we had work to do and we had things to get lost in – because that's what the piece called for.”

"I think it could stay," she said. “Galinda required a lot of vocal work for me. Certain items may not melt. Some will, but I am truly grateful for the pieces that will stay with us forever. How wonderful to stay with it and feel the spirit every day.”

Grande continued, "And, you know, I'm still looking for my eyebrows." (Grande cycled through the look as she reinvented herself throughout her career, and these days, her softly shaped, honey-blonde brows are still in her Galinda era.) “I'll let you know if I find them — I hope not. no.”

Grande joins an impressive group of nominees in the Best Supporting Actress category. The full list is as follows:

• Monika Barbaro, "Complete Unknown"
• Ariana Grande, "Wicked"
• Felicity Jones, "The Brutalist"
• Isabella Rossellini, "The Conclave"
• Zoe Saldaña, "Emilia Perez"

Directed by Jon M. Chu, "Wicked" is a labor of love for Grande, and her nomination underscores her transformative journey from pop icon to acclaimed actress.

Fans and critics alike are celebrating her well-deserved recognition, and anticipation for the film's full release continues to grow.

"When you say Ariana Grande you better make sure you put ACADEMY AWARD NOMINEE in front of it," expressed one X user.

"ARIANA GRANDE-BUTERA IS NOW NOMINATED FOR AN OSCAR. I CAN'T STOP CRYING," said another.

"Introducing Oscar nominee Ariana Grande, ladies," wrote a third, adding a photo of Grande in her Glinda costume.

The 2025 Academy Awards will air Sunday, March 2 at 7:00 PM ET/4:00 PM PT.