Red Carpet Royalty: Cynthia, Sadie & Clooney Dazzle at Tony Awards 2025
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/ Jun 09, 2025, 11:35AM IST
The 2025 Tony Awards turned into a full-blown fashion spectacle, where the red carpet became a stage of its own. Host Cynthia Erivo ditched the expected Elphaba green and dazzled in a striking gold Schiaparelli set, commanding attention as both style icon and emcee. Nicole Scherzinger brought old-school diva energy in a fiery red sequin gown, making her Tony debut unforgettable. Rising star Sadie Sink shimmered in custom Prada, blending youth and vintage glam in perfect harmony. Broadway legend Audra McDonald gave high-fashion drama in sculpted black, while George Clooney let Amal Clooney's pearl-drenched gown steal the show. Cole Escola paid tribute to Bernadette Peters with a bold silver moment, while Zoey Deutch channeled Old Hollywood perfection.
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