Maybe Happy Ending, Nicole Scherzinger Dominate 2025 Tony Awards

At the 2025 Tony Awards, Darren Criss and Nicole Scherzinger achieved major wins, with Criss taking Best Actor in a Musical for his role in 'Maybe Happy Ending,' which also secured Best Musical among six total awards. Criss's portrayal of a retired robot in the musical, set in near-future Seoul, was celebrated alongside the show's wins for direction, book, and score, highlighting its unique bilingual origins and heartfelt themes of love and companionship. Nicole Scherzinger won Best Actress in a Musical for her performance as Norma Desmond in the revival of 'Sunset Boulevard,' marking her first Tony win and breaking Audra McDonald's winning streak in the category. The awards also recognized diverse talents, including Cole Escola as the first non-binary winner of Best Leading Actor in a Play and Kara Young making history with consecutive wins. The event underscored a Broadway season marked by diversity and innovation, with shows like 'Maybe Happy Ending' and 'Sunset Boulevard' reimagining classic and contemporary narratives. Both Scherzinger and Criss expressed heartfelt gratitude during their acceptance speeches, acknowledging support from loved ones and the significance of their achievements for representation on stage.