Inside Ariana DeBose’s Star-Studded Tony Awards Night

Ariana DeBose hosted the Tony Awards for the third consecutive year at the Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater in New York City on June 16. The 33-year-old star opened the show with a high-energy number co-choreographed with Julius Anthony Rubio, featuring dancers holding a newspaper headline announcing her third-time hosting.

DeBose, in a glittery gold ensemble, honored theater makers with a lively performance, ending with a dramatic backward platform drop. She delivered an inspiring monologue, emphasizing the importance of theater and art in reflecting society.

DeBose’s recent Instagram post captures her night perfectly with photos where she poses with stars like Jessica Lange, Cynthia Erivo, Audra McDonald, and Brian Stokes Mitchell. She also shared moments with Angelina Jolie and Josh Gad.

Expressing her joy at hosting again, DeBose called the theater “a safe place for us all” and celebrated the live performances that define Broadway.