H.E.R. Earns First Oscar Nom For ‘Judas And The Black Messiah’ Song On Heels Of Multiple Grammy Wins, Celebrates Academy’s Historic Display Of “Diversity And Inclusivity”

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Just a day after winning two Grammys, renowned R&B artist H.E.R. earned her first Oscar nomination. The nom came in recognition of her original song “Fight For You,” which she penned and performed for Warner Bros.

Pictures’ Judas and the Black Messiah.For H.E.R., the recognition on the part of the Academy means the world. “I couldn’t believe it.

You know, I feel like I’m part of history, I’m making history, and I’m doing what I love. So, it’s all really a blessing,” she told Deadline. “To be spreading such an important message, and hopefully, leading this generation into some changes, I pray that’s what I’m doing.”From the artist’s perspective, both Judas and its “uptempo, soulful” end title track arrived at just the right time. “It’s the