Renowned 'Wicked' star Cynthia Erivo, known for her impressive array of awards, has been selected to host the upcoming Tony Awards ceremony. Expressing her pride and excitement, Erivo stated, 'I am so proud and excited to take on this glorious honor. I am looking forward to ushering the theater community at large through a night that celebrates the wonderful performances we have witnessed throughout the year. I hope I can rise to the occasion.'
Erivo's accolades include a Grammy, Emmy, Tony, Golden Globe, SAG Award, and three Academy Award nominations. The Tony Awards for this season are scheduled to be held on June 8 at Radio City Music Hall, a familiar venue for the prestigious event. The ceremony will be broadcast live on CBS and streamed on Paramount+.
The Tony Awards, presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing, have chosen Erivo due to her ability to extend the magic of musical theater to a global audience through her performances on both stage and screen. Heather Hitchens, President & CEO of the American Theater Wing, and Jason Laks, President of The Broadway League, expressed their enthusiasm for Erivo's role as host, highlighting her contribution to promoting the art of musical theater worldwide.
