The 78th Tony Awards delivered surprises and history at Radio City Music Hall, with Cynthia Erivo hosting a star-studded ceremony broadcast live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. “Maybe Happy Ending” emerged as the night’s top winner, taking home six trophies, including Best Musical and Best Actor in a Musical for Darren Criss, who also made history as the first Asian American, Pacific Islander to win in that category.
“Buena Vista Social Club” was another major highlight, winning four Tony Awards, including Best Featured Actress in a Musical for Natalie Venetia Belcon. The show’s musicians also received a Special Tony Award, marking a rare recognition for an onstage band.
Cole Escola made Broadway history as the first non-binary performer to win Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Play, triumphing for their debut as Mary Todd Lincoln in “Oh, Mary!” Nicole Scherzinger, in her Broadway debut, captured Best Actress in a Musical for “Sunset Boulevard,” while Sarah Snook won Best Actress in a Play for her solo performance in “The Picture of Dorian Gray.”.
The original cast of “Hamilton” reunited for a special 10th anniversary medley, drawing a standing ovation. For those wanting to relive the magic, the Tony Awards are available for streaming on Paramount+ and can be watched live on CBS during the broadcast.
With a diverse set of winners and standout performances, the 2025 Tony Awards reflected both Broadway’s rich tradition and its evolving future.
