Hamilton fans got thrilling Tonys news about the original cast
The original cast of the iconic Broadway show is reuniting on stage on Sunday, June 8, for the 78th annual Tony Awards. The Tony Awards recognize the best in Broadway every year, and this year will bring back the mega-talented group as the show celebrates its 10th anniversary.
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The original cast included Lin-Manuel Miranda (Alexander Hamilton), Phillipa Soo (Eliza Hamilton), Leslie Odom Jr. (Aaron Burr), Daveed Diggs (Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson), Renée Elise Goldsberry (Angelica Schuyler), Jonathan Groff (King George), Christopher Jackson (George Washington), Anthony Ramos (John Laurens), Okieriete Onaodowan (Hercules Mulligan/James Madison) and many more talented ensemble actors (including Ariana deBose).
We're running it back, @TheTonyAwards! Tune in live on Sunday, June 8th on @CBS. pic.twitter.com/pjOUtIbC9M
— Hamilton (@HamiltonMusical) May 29, 2025
The original cast is part of the Disney+ Hamilton movie, available to stream. Earlier this year, it was announced that Odom Jr. would reprise his role as Burr to celebrate a decade of the musical.
The 78th Tony Awards, which will air at 8 p.m. on June 8th, are hosted by Wicked star Cynthia Erivo. Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, Maybe Happy Ending, John Proctor is the Villain and The Hills of California all received at least seven nominations for this year's awards.
While other performers haven't officially been announced for the awards show, numbers from the Best Musical nominees are usually included.
This article originally appeared on For The Win: Original Hamilton cast will reunite at 2025 Tony Awards
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