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Nicole Scherzinger Wins Best Leading Actress Tony for Sunset Blvd Revival

Her acclaimed performance also helped the Jamie Lloyd–directed production win Best Revival of a Musical at the 78th Tony Awards

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Nicole Scherzinger performing a song from 'Sunset Blvd' at the 2025 Tony Awards in New York City.
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Overview

  • Scherzinger earned her first Tony Award for Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Musical on June 8 for her portrayal of Norma Desmond.
  • She delivered a show-stopping rendition of “As If We Never Said Goodbye” at Radio City Music Hall, prompting a standing ovation from peers and theater legends like Glenn Close.
  • Critics praised her emotional depth and vocal power, noting that the revival’s minimalist set and live camera work amplified her stage presence.
  • In her acceptance speech, she reflected on her journey from pop stardom with the Pussycat Dolls to Broadway, expressing gratitude to her family, fiancé and creative team.
  • The Sunset Blvd. revival, which opened on Broadway in October 2024 after a West End run, also won the Tony for Best Revival of a Musical and has extended its Broadway engagement through July.