Chita Rivera, the musical theater legend and multiple Tony winner who created the role of Puerto Rican firebrand Anita on Broadway in "West Side Story" and other memorable characters, has died at the age of 91.
From showstopping performances to emotional speeches, the Tonys put Broadways biggest night on full display airing live from Lincoln Center on CBS and Paramount+. Host Ariana DeBose kicked off the show with a dance-heavy opening number in which she celebrated this year's nominees and the struggles and "journey" that led them to the Broadway awards. The number opened with a close-up on a "Broadway Times" newspaper blaring the headline "SHE'S BACK!!!"
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Idina Menzel teases her upcoming return to Broadway at the 2024 Tony Awards. Plus, she shares her excitement for Cynthia Erivo in 'Wicked,' "she understands everything the green girl is about."
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Danai Gurira shares how exciting it is to see African stories get recognition on Broadway while on the carpet of the 2024 Tony Awards. Hear why she believes live theater is so important now more than ever.
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Broadway's 'The Notebook' writer Bekah Brunstetter chats with THR on the carpet for the 2024 Tony Awards and shares her experience bringing 'The Notebook' to the stage and her first-hand experiences with dementia.
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Skylar Astin talks hosting the Tony Awards simulcast and which musicians he would love to see turn to Broadway, mentioning Billie Eilish and Finneas saying they "would compose an incredible Broadway show."
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Many stars paid tribute to Chita Rivera, the showstopping Broadway legend who sadly died at the age of 91. Rivera's daughter announced in a statement obtained by The Hollywood Reporter that Rivera died..
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Chita Rivera was one of Broadway's most celebrated stars, known for her successful theatre career spanning nearly seven decades. Some of her most notable roles include Anita in "West Side Story" and..
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Tuesday, 30 January 2024
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