Cynthia Erivo reminded the world why she is so close to becoming an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winner Sunday night.

Erivo, who came to fame with her role as Celie in "The Color Purple" on Broadway," performed her Oscar nominated song "Stand Up" from the film "Harriet."

She is also nominated for best actress for playing freedom fighter, Harriet Tubman.

There had been some question as to whether Erivo would sing at the Academy Awards.

The British actress born to Nigerian parents turned down performing at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards after no people of color were nominated for acting awards.

On Sunday night she stood majestically on stage belting out the tune and earned herself a standing ovation.