Kelly Clarkson Recalls Broadway Performance Covered in Jonathan Groff's Sweat, Spit

Kelly Clarkson revealed on her talk show that during a 2006 performance of the Broadway musical Spring Awakening, she was repeatedly hit by what she called the 'Groff sauce,' a combination of Jonathan Groff's spit and sweat. Clarkson described this experience as overwhelming but a testament to Groff's intense dedication to his craft, calling him a 'spitter' who puts his whole body into his performances. Groff confirmed that he is indeed a 'huge spitter,' attributing it to how deeply he immerses himself in his roles. This quirk has been well-known among Broadway fans since his breakout role in Spring Awakening and became more widely recognized when he played King George III in Hamilton. Clarkson praised Groff's commitment, noting that while initially surprising, audience members eventually get used to it. Groff has been nominated for another Tony Award for his recent role as Bobby Darin in Just In Time, underscoring his continued success on Broadway.