Tony Awards bombshells - Nicole Scherzinger's tears to George Clooney slammed
The Tony Awards aired yesterday evening, with Cynthia Erivo on hosting duties. The Wicked star fronted the iconic award ceremony, which was attended by a number of stars including Hollywood legend George Clooney.
The ceremony - which aired live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City - saw a number of stars receive huge accolades including Nicole Scherzinger, who won the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical.
Here, The Mirror takes a look at some of the biggest moments from the night - when one Hollywood star found himself being straddled, whilst another was the butt of the host's jokes.
Nicole's tears
Nicole Scherzinger was emotional, explaining how she felt like she "didn't belong" when she was growing up as picked up the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical.
She received the accolade for playing Norma Desmond in Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic musical Sunset Boulevard on Broadway and in an emotional speech, she urged others to never "give up" on their dreams.
She said: "Growing up, I always felt like I didn't belong, but you all have made me feel like I belong and I have come home at last. So if there is anyone who feels like they don't belong or your time hasn't come, don't give up. Just keep on giving and giving because the world needs your love and light more than ever. This is a testament that love always wins."
The Pussycat Dolls star fought off competition from Death Becomes Her stars Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard, Audra McDonald for her role in Gypsy and Boop actress Jasmine Amy Rogers to take home the accolade.
Keanu straddled
Hollywood star Keanu Reeves was left stunned when he was straddled by Jonathan Groff. The actor appeared on stage with a medley from Just in Time, as he made his way into the crowd.
Whist in the crowd, Jonathan stood up on the armrests and crouched lower and lower, with Keanu easing into the routine. Fans rushed to social media after the moment and shared their feelings on it.
"I've never been so jealous of two people at once," one wrote, as another added: "Keanu Reeves; a one-of-a-kind Hollywood legend." A third penned: "You could only do that with Keanu. The man is very gracious and will play along."
Cynthia slams Hollywood legend
Cynthia made a cheeky dig at the expense of Hollywood star George Clooney as she hosted the Tony Awards.
In her opening speech, she was quick to praise a number of stars. She told the audience: "What a season, what a line-up of shows being honoured tonight: dramas, comedies, stunning musicals, originals and reimaginations of the highest order.
"Featuring first-time nominees like Cole Escola, Sadie Sink, Louis McCartney — and an up-and-comer that I think you're going to be hearing a lot about: George Clooney. Good for you, George. Things are going your way, I like it a lot for you."
The camera then panned to George who was sat alongside his wife Amal Clooney, who laughed at the joke. George shrugged his shoulders at the comment before then playing along and mouthing: "It's alright."
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