Nipsey Russell’s role in 1978’s “The Wiz” NYT Crossword Clue

By Date: AUG 31, 2025 Follow on Google

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The most common and recent 6-letter answer for "Nipsey Russell's role in 1978's "The Wiz"" is TINMAN.

In the 1978 film adaptation of "The Wiz," Nipsey Russell played the character of the Tin Man. This was a musical version of "The Wizard of Oz," where the Tin Man is one of the main companions of Dorothy on her journey.

This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on August 31, 2025.

Tinman: A character in "The Wizard of Oz" who is made of tin and seeks a heart.

“Oil my arms, please, oil my elbows” speaker, Heartless character, One of Dorothy’s companions

The answer to “Nipsey Russell’s role in 1978’s “The Wiz”” in the New York Times puzzle August 31 2025 is TINMAN. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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