The 78th Annual Tony Awards Celebrates Diversity and Inclusivity with Record-Breaking Wins and Heartfelt Moments

Award for Best Musical, while “The Inheritance” took home the trophy for Best Play. “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” and “A Soldier’s Play” were also among the top winners of the night, each taking home multiple awards. Hosted by Tony and Grammy Award winner, Leslie Odom Jr., the night showcased spectacular performances from the nominated shows, including a powerful tribute to the late Broadway legend, Carol Channing. Other notable moments included a surprise appearance from Hollywood A-lister, Hugh Jackman, and a heartfelt acceptance speech from Best Actor in a Musical winner, Aaron Tveit, for his role in “Moulin Rouge! The Musical”. The Tony Awards also honored the outstanding contributions of individuals to the theatre community, with Judith Light receiving the Isabelle Stevenson Award for her humanitarian work and the iconic composer, Stephen Sondheim, being presented with the Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement. The ceremony was a celebration of diversity and inclusivity, with a record-breaking 18 Black nominees and a diverse group of winners. The Tony Awards 2025 was a night to remember, with powerful performances and deserving winners, solidifying Broadway as the heart of American theatre. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees for a spectacular evening!" The 78th Annual Tony Awards were held at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City on Sunday, with "Purpose" and "The Inheritance" taking home top honors for Best Musical and Best Play respectively. Hosted by Leslie Odom Jr., the star-studded event also saw standout performances from nominated shows and a moving tribute to the late Broadway legend, Carol Channing. Notable moments included a surprise appearance from Hugh Jackman and a heartfelt acceptance speech from Best Actor in a Musical winner, Aaron Tveit. The ceremony also recognized the contributions of individuals to the theatre community, with Judith Light receiving the Isabelle Stevenson Award and Stephen Sondheim being presented with the Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement. The night was a celebration of diversity and inclusivity, with a record-breaking number of Black nominees and a diverse group of winners. The Tony Awards 2025 was a spectacular evening, solidifying Broadway as the heart of American theatre. Congratulations to all the deserving winners and nominees for their outstanding performances.