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23-05-2025
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Why Kieran Culkin Is Perfect As Caesar Flickerman
Tributes! There is a new advancement in the casting for the upcoming prequel, Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping casting — Kieran Culkin has been cast as Caesar Flickerman! This prequel takes viewers back 24 years before the events of the original Hunger Game series, and centres around the 50th Hunger Games — the Second Quarter Quell — where the rules were more cruel and brutal. Flickerman was previously played by the iconic Stanley Tucci. To match that level of sass, wit and energy, casting Culkin was a brilliant choice! Kieran Culkin is having his moment in Hollywood — winning an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in A Real Pain, and playing the unfiltered middle child, Roman Roy in HBO's Succession, which has a cult following. All in all, he is doing very well. We are waiting to see his own spin on this legendary character in one of the greatest franchises ever. Culkin has been cast alongside a star-studded ensemble cast — Elle Fanning as Effie Trinket, Joseph Zada as young Haymitch Abernathy, Ralph Fiennes as young President Snow, Jesse Plemmons as Plutarch Heavensbee, Maya Hawke as Wiress, Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee Latier, Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner, Lili Taylor as Mags Flanagan, Molly McCann as Louella McCoy, and Iona Bell as Lou Lou. Behind the cameras, in November 2024, Francis Lawrence, the Hunger Games franchise director signed a first-look producing deal with Lionsgate through his company, about:blank. Francis Lawrence has directed four of the Hunger Game films: Catching Fire, Mockingjay 1 and 2, and The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Those films were absolute bangers, so I can't wait to see what this film holds for us. Speaking about the decision to cast Culkin, the co-president of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, Erin Westerman said: "Kieran's scene-stealing presence and undeniable charm are perfect for Caesar Flickerman, the sickeningly watchable host of Panem's darkest spectacle. Stanley Tucci made Caesar unforgettable — and now Kieran will make the role entirely his own." Furthermore, Producer Nina Jacobson clarified the thought process behind this casting. She stated, "Kieran's magnetism, wit and unpredictability make him a perfect fit for Caesar Flickerman. A host like Caesar transforms brutality into entertainment, and an actor as layered as Kieran makes sure we don't look away." Coming back to the OG Caesar — Stanley Tucci's take on the character was to make him flamboyant, flashy, and uber charming! In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, he spoke of his involvement with the character, saying, "I'd like to try teeth. I'd like to try some noses. I want him to have a tan. We have to really make it look like he has plastic surgery." Needless to say, he delivered. Culkin has established himself as an actor with an unpredictable mindset—a blend of sarcastic and dark humour, charming wit, and bursts of vulnerability that consistently draw the viewer's attention. It's this very approach to his craft that will make his portrayal of Caesar eccentric and electric. His co-star and director of the film A Real Pain, Jesse Eisenberg revealed on the Graham Norton Show, that he had cast Kieran for the part, not having watched ANY of his past work, but simply because of his essence. Culkin's naturally chaotic demeanor in interviews and award shows is more than well-documented. Like this wholesome interaction between him and Colman Domingo on Actors on Actors which had fans envious of the contagious energy he possesses. I would say his 'controlled chaotic' mannerisms will challenge the suave and entertaining version of Tucci when playing this character. But since it is the younger version of Flickerman in one of the most brutal hunger games, chaotic is fitting for the mood of Panem. / Via Culkin has talked about his 'free-associative acting style' in the past. He said in an interview with Vulture, " It's written, and I understand the character, and then some shit comes out sometimes; that's it. And I don't force it." And it is this very energy... which is what makes me so excited to see him wear those wigs as Caesar. Kiernan's theatrical and flamboyant movements will bring a whimsical energy to this role... and I'm seated for it. And it is this very energy that excites me to see him wear those wigs. Culkin's theatrical and flamboyant movements will bring a whimsical energy to this I'm seated for it. / Via Naturally, fans are all over this casting and can't get enough of it. I will see you in the theatres on November 20th, 2026.
Newsweek
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'Hunger Games' Prequel Adds Another Fan-Favorite Oscar Winner
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' is filled with one of the most stacked casts in recent memory. Forty-eight tributes. One victor. The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping – in theaters November 20, 2026. — The Hunger Games (@TheHungerGames) April 1, 2025 The highly-anticipated film stars Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy and Whitney Peak as Lenroe Dove Baird. Additionally, it will feature Ralph Fiennes as President Coriolanus Snow, Elle Fanning as Effie Trinket, Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, Lili Taylor as Mags Flanagan, Maya Hawke as Wiress, and Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee Latier. More Entertainment: First 'Wicked: For Good' Teaser Defies Expectations Now, it appears that the prequel is adding yet another Academy Award-caliber talent to its ranks. HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 02: (L-R) Kieran Culkin, winner of the Best Actor in a Supporting Role award for "A Real Pain,' and Robert Downey Jr. pose in the press room during the 97th Annual... HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 02: (L-R) Kieran Culkin, winner of the Best Actor in a Supporting Role award for "A Real Pain,' and Robert Downey Jr. pose in the press room during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California. More Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic/Getty Images According to an announcement on official 'Hunger Games' social media, Academy Award and Primetime Emmy Award-winning actor Kieran Culkin will be joining the film. Culkin will be taking on the role of Caeser Flickerman, the presenter and host of the Hunger Games who is known for interviewing the tributes before the main event. Caesar Flickerman. The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping – in theaters November 20, 2026. — The Hunger Games (@TheHungerGames) May 21, 2025 In the original 'Hunger Games' films starring Jennifer Lawrence, Flickerman was played by Stanley Tucci. In 'The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,' his ancestor, Lucretius "Lucky" Flickerman, was played by Jason Schwartzman. More Entertainment: Jason Momoa, Roman Reigns, and More In Talks for 'Street Fighter' Culkin began his acting career as a child, making his screen debut in 'Home Alone' alongside big brother Macaulay Culkin. After taking a hiatus from screen work, Culkin gave a career-defining performance in the HBO series 'Succession,' earning himself the Primetime Emmy Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series. Soon afterward, Culkin would receive countless awards for his performance in the film 'A Real Pain,' including a BAFTA, Golden Globe, SAG, and Academy Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role. Other major roles for Culkin include 'Father of the Bride,' 'She's All That,' 'The Cider House Rules,' 'Igby Goes Down,' 'Scott Pilgrim vs. The World,' 'Solar Opposites,' and 'Scott Pilgrim Takes Off.' More Entertainment: Captain America: Brave New World Finally Has a Disney+ Free Streaming Date 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise of the Reaping' follows the story of Haymitch Abernathy, originally played by Woody Harrelson, during when he competed in the 50th Annual Hunger Games. This Quarter Quell separated itself from other Hunger Games by having twice as many tributes, meaning 48 people competed in the games. More Entertainment: Marvel Star Says He's Done With The MCU Alix Earle Joins Dancing with the Stars: Everything Else to Know About S34 For more film and entertainment news, head on over to Newsweek Entertainment.
Pink Villa
22-05-2025
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- Pink Villa
Oscar Winner Kieran Culkin Picks Next Role as The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping's Caesar Flickerman, See New Cast List
Kieran Culkin has joined The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping as Caesar Flickerman, the flamboyant host of Panem's Hunger Games. The role was originally played by Stanley Tucci in the first four Hunger Games films. Lionsgate confirmed the casting and praised Culkin's unique talent. 'Kieran's scene-stealing presence and undeniable charm are perfect for Caesar Flickerman, the sickeningly watchable host of Panem's darkest spectacle,' said Erin Westerman, co-president of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group. The upcoming film features a star-studded cast, including Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy and Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove Baird. Mckenna Grace will play Maysilee Donner, Jesse Plemons will portray Plutarch Heavensbee, and Maya Hawke joins as Wiress, as per Variety. Kelvin Harrison Jr. plays Beetee, Lili Taylor is Mags, and Ben Wang plays Wyatt Callow. Elle Fanning takes on the role of Effie Trinket, and Ralph Fiennes will portray President Snow. Molly McCann and Iona Bell will also appear as Louella and her Capitol-assigned lookalike, Lou Lou. The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is based on Suzanne Collins' latest novel, which takes place 24 years before the original series. The story follows a young Haymitch Abernathy during the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell. Woody Harrelson originally played the character in the earlier films. Director Francis Lawrence returns to helm the film, working from a screenplay by Billy Ray. The movie will be produced by Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson, with Cameron MacConomy as executive producer. The film is set to hit theaters on November 20, 2026. Culkin joins the franchise during a high point in his career. He recently won an Oscar for his role in A Real Pain and previously won an Emmy for his performance in HBO's Succession. He is currently starring in a sold-out Broadway run of Glengarry Glen Ross. 'A host like Caesar transforms brutality into entertainment, and an actor as layered as Kieran makes sure we don't look away,' said producer Nina Jacobson.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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- Yahoo
2025 Tony Awards Nominations Predictions in Every Category
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events. Predictions are updated every Thursday. More from Variety Explore Awards Circuit Predictions Pages Oscars | Emmys | Grammys | Tonys Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal in 'Othello' Tonys Commentary (Updated: April 30, 2025): The 62 theater professionals serving on the 2024–2025 Tony Awards Nominating Committee have been busy this season, attending every Broadway opening and meticulously tracking standout performances, eye-catching design, and memorable direction. Their notes will soon translate into nominations — recognizing the productions and artists that raised the bar, as well as those that may have fallen short. While the official nominations won't be revealed until Thursday, May 1, anticipation is already building. So, who's likely to score a coveted nod, and who might be left out? While nothing is guaranteed, we've assembled our predictions for the titles and talents most likely to make the cut. One of the most intriguing storylines heading into this year's Tonys is the potential for Kieran Culkin to make awards history. Having just earned an Emmy for his searing final-season turn in HBO's 'Succession' and an Oscar for his vulnerable, aching performance in 'A Real Pain,' Culkin is now generating Tony buzz for his Broadway debut — and could be on track to complete the elusive Triple Crown of Acting (Emmy, Oscar, and Tony) in just 18 months. If he pulls it off, Culkin would break the record previously held by Paul Scofield, who achieved the feat over a span of seven years. Another star turning heads this season is 'Stranger Things' breakout Sadie Sink, who delivers a compelling performance in 'John Proctor is the Villain,' a sharp, modern reimagining of 'The Crucible' set in a rural Georgia high school. Sink's nuanced portrayal of a student grappling with power, justice, and agency has struck a chord with audiences and critics alike. Her presence brings fresh energy and a new generation of theatergoers to Broadway, making her not only a viable contender for a Tony nomination but also a valuable figure for drawing national attention to the ceremony. Also poised for a breakout is Justina Machado, whose powerhouse performance in 'Real Women Have Curves: The Musical' has garnered early acclaim. Known for her work on 'One Day at a Time,' Machado brings depth, warmth, and charisma to a role rooted in family, identity, and resilience. Based on Josefina López's seminal play — which also inspired the 2002 HBO film — the musical follows Ana Garcia, a first-generation Mexican-American teenager dreaming beyond the confines of her family's struggling sewing factory in East Los Angeles. When the women are faced with a make-or-break dress order, the story becomes a vibrant portrait of Latina womanhood, generational tension, and the pursuit of the American dream. With a predominantly Latino cast portraying stories rarely given center stage on Broadway, 'Real Women Have Curves' could mark a major moment for Latino representation in American theater. The nominations for the 78th Annual Tony Awards will be announced live on May 1, 2025, drawing a line under a season filled with bold debuts, thrilling revivals, and breakout stars. To be considered, shows must officially open by Sunday, April 27, 2025, and meet all eligibility requirements set by the Tony Awards Administration Committee. This year also marks a grand return to a beloved venue. The 2025 Tony Awards ceremony will take place at the iconic Radio City Music Hall in New York City, bringing back the glitz and scale of ceremonies past. The live broadcast will air coast-to-coast on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 8:00 to 11:00 PM ET / 5:00 to 8:00 PM PT on CBS, giving theater lovers nationwide a front-row seat to all the drama, emotion, and celebration. See Academy Award predictions below: Variety Awards Circuit: Oscars *** = PREDICTED WINNER (All predicted nominees listed below are in alphabetical order) Best Musical Best Musical 'Buena Vista Social Club' 'Dead Outlaw' 'Death Becomes Her' 'Maybe Happy Ending' *** 'Real Women Have Curves' Alternate: 'Operation Mincemeat' Two critical favorites, 'Maybe Happy Ending' and 'Dead Outlaw,' look like sure bets and likely frontrunners for the award. 'Death Becomes Her' stands out as the kind of splashy, razzle-dazzle comedy Broadway loves but has become increasingly rare. 'Buena Vista Social Club' is likely to capture nominators' attention with its elegant staging and rich music. The fifth nomination slot appears less certain; the heartfelt 'Real Women Have Curves' seems most likely, although the clever comedy 'Operation Mincemeat' remains a strong contender. Eligible titles: 'A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical' (Studio 54); 'BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical' (Broadhurst Theatre); 'Buena Vista Social Club' (Schoenfeld Theatre); 'Dead Outlaw' (Longacre Theatre); 'Death Becomes Her' (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre); 'Just in Time' (Circle in the Square Theatre); 'Maybe Happy Ending' (Belasco Theatre); 'Operation Mincemeat' (John Golden Theatre); 'Real Women Have Curves: The Musical' (James Earl Jones Theatre); 'Redwood' (Nederlander Theatre); 'Smash' (Imperial Theatre); 'Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends' (Samuel J. Friedman Theatre); 'Swept Away' (Longacre Theatre); 'Tammy Faye' (Palace Theatre) Best Play Best Play 'English' 'The Hills of California' 'John Proctor is the Villain' 'Oh, Mary!' *** 'Purpose' Alternate: 'Cult of Love' The raucously absurd comedy 'Oh, Mary!' has been a hot ticket all season and is sure to score a nomination. The same goes for 'Purpose,' by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins (whose play 'Appropriate' won best revival last year), and the critically adored 'John Proctor Is the Villain.' The final two spots seem less certain, with top contenders including Pulitzer winner 'English' and London import 'The Hills of California.' However, the George Clooney-led 'Good Night, and Good Luck,' with its slick and impressive production, might sneak in, as could the technologically innovative 'The Picture of Dorian Gray.' A possible dark horse is 'Cult of Love,' the well-liked comedy-drama that had a limited run this past winter. Eligible titles: 'All In: Comedy About Love' (Hudson Theatre); 'Cult of Love' (Helen Hayes Theatre); 'English' (Todd Haimes Theatre); 'Good Night, and Good Luck' (Winter Garden Theatre); 'JOB' (Helen Hayes Theatre); 'John Proctor is the Villain' (Booth Theatre); 'Left on Tenth' (James Earl Jones Theatre); 'McNeal' (Vivian Beaumont Theater); 'Oh, Mary!' (Lyceum Theatre); 'Purpose' (Helen Hayes Theatre); 'The Hills of California' (Broadhurst Theatre); 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' (Music Box Theatre); 'The Roommate' (Booth Theatre); 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' (Marquis Theatre) Musical Revival Musical Revival 'Floyd Collins' 'Gypsy' 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' 'Sunset Boulevard' *** Alternate: 'Once Upon a Mattress' 'Sunset Boulevard' and 'Gypsy' have dominated the conversation around this category all season — and they're likely to continue doing so. Among a relatively sparse group of competitors, the new production of the cult-favorite musical 'Floyd Collins' also seems likely to earn a nomination, as does the goofy rewrite 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical,' although 'Once Upon a Mattress' could potentially sneak in and take its spot. Eligible titles: 'Elf' (Marquis Theatre); 'Floyd Collins' (Vivian Beaumont Theater); 'Gypsy' (Majestic Theatre); 'Once Upon a Mattress' (Hudson Theatre); 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' (Todd Haimes Theatre); 'The Last Five Years' (Hudson Theatre); 'Sunset Blvd.' (St. James Theatre) Play Revival Play Revival 'Eureka Day' *** 'Glengarry Glen Ross' 'Othello' 'Yellow Face' Alternate: 'Romeo + Juliet' Will 'Othello' receive a nomination for best play revival? That's the major question surrounding the star-studded production, which has performed strongly at the box office but received notably mixed critical responses. Among this season's revivals, 'Eureka Day' earned the most enthusiastic reviews and seems poised to lead the nominations. 'Yellow Face' is also likely to secure a nod, as is the celebrity-filled 'Glengarry Glen Ross.' The fourth spot remains a wild card — it could go to 'Othello' or to another Shakespeare revival with similarly mixed reviews, 'Romeo + Juliet.' Eligible titles: 'Eureka Day' (Samuel J. Friedman Theatre); 'Glengarry Glen Ross' (Palace Theatre); 'Home' (Todd Haimes Theatre); 'Othello' (Ethel Barrymore Theatre); 'Our Town' (Ethel Barrymore Theatre); 'Romeo + Juliet' (Circle in the Square Theatre); 'Yellow Face' (Todd Haimes Theatre) Actor (Musical) Actor (Musical) Darren Criss 'Maybe Happy Ending' Andrew Durand 'Dead Outlaw' Tom Francis 'Sunset Boulevard' Jonathan Groff *** 'Just in Time' Jeremy Jordan 'Floyd Collins' Alternate: David Hyde Pierce, 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' This is one of the few categories that feels relatively easy to call, with five leading men whose performances stood out this season — even in shows that received mixed reviews overall (see last year's Tony winner in this category, Jonathan Groff in 'Just in Time,' and Jeremy Jordan in 'Floyd Collins'). Eligible: David Cumming, 'Operation Mincemeat' (John Golden Theatre); Darren Criss, 'Maybe Happy Ending' (Belasco Theatre); Andrew Durand, 'Dead Outlaw' (Longacre Theatre); Tom Francis, 'Sunset Blvd.' (St. James Theatre); John Gallagher Jr., 'Swept Away' (Longacre Theatre); Jonathan Groff, 'Just in Time' (Circle in the Square Theatre); Grey Henson, 'Elf' (Marquis Theatre); James Monroe Iglehart, 'A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical' (Studio 54); Nick Jonas, 'The Last Five Years' (Hudson Theatre); Ramin Karimloo, 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' (Todd Haimes Theatre); David Hyde Pierce, 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Jeremy Jordan, 'Floyd Collins' (Vivian Beaumont Theater). Actress (Musical) Actress (Musical) Audra McDonald *** 'Gypsy' Jasmine Amy Rogers 'BOOP! The Musical' Nicole Scherzinger 'Sunset Boulevard' Helen J Shen 'Maybe Happy Ending' Jennifer Simard 'Death Becomes Her' Alternate: Megan Hilty, 'Death Becomes Her' The tightest race of the year might just be between Audra and Nicole, and the nominations will likely reflect that. Beyond those two, expect at least one of the 'Death Becomes Her' ladies to earn a nomination — our money is on Jennifer Simard for her droll, deadpan performance, though her co-star, longtime Broadway favorite Megan Hilty, could claim a spot instead, or perhaps alongside her. This season also features several notable debuts, with Helen J. Shen of 'Maybe Happy Ending' appearing certain to secure a nomination. Jasmine Amy Rogers in 'Boop!' may also attract nominators' attention, as could Tatiana Córdoba in 'Real Women Have Curves.' Eligible: Katie Brayben, 'Tammy Faye' (Palace Theatre); Tatiana Córdoba, 'Real Women Have Curves: The Musical' (James Earl Jones Theatre); Sutton Foster, 'Once Upon a Mattress' (Hudson Theatre); Megan Hilty, 'Death Becomes Her' (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre); Natasha Hodgson, 'Operation Mincemeat' (John Golden Theatre); Robyn Hurder, 'Smash' (Imperial Theatre); Audra McDonald, 'Gypsy' (Majestic Theatre); Idina Menzel, 'Redwood' (Nederlander Theatre); Jasmine Amy Rogers, 'BOOP! The Musical' (Broadhurst Theatre); Nicole Scherzinger, 'Sunset Blvd.' (St. James Theatre); Helen J Shen, 'Maybe Happy Ending' (Belasco Theatre); Jennifer Simard, 'Death Becomes Her' (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre); Adrienne Warren, 'The Last Five Years' (Hudson Theatre) Actor (Play) Actor (Play) George Clooney 'Good Night, and Good Luck' Cole Escola *** 'Oh, Mary!' Jake Gyllenhaal 'Othello' Daniel Dae Kim 'Yellow Face' Jon Michael Hill 'Purpose' Alternate: Kit Connor, 'Romeo + Juliet' Cole Escola is a lock as the writer-star of the season's breakout hit 'Oh, Mary!' and may well emerge as the frontrunner for the award. Escola is likely to share the category with a few of the night's biggest names — George Clooney for 'Good Night, and Good Luck' and Jake Gyllenhaal for 'Othello.' Gyllenhaal appears more likely to receive a nomination than his 'Othello' co-star Denzel Washington, though there's a chance both could make the list. Rounding out the category will likely be two actors who skillfully took on the role of narrator-protagonist in their respective plays: Daniel Dae Kim in 'Yellow Face' and Jon Michael Hill in 'Purpose.' Eligible: George Clooney, 'Good Night, and Good Luck' (Winter Garden Theatre); Kit Connor, 'Romeo + Juliet' (Circle in the Square Theatre); Robert Downey Jr., 'McNeal' (Vivian Beaumont Theater); Cole Escola, 'Oh, Mary!' (Lyceum Theatre); Peter Friedman, 'JOB' (Helen Hayes Theatre); Peter Gallagher, 'Left on Tenth' (James Earl Jones Theatre); Jake Gyllenhaal, 'Othello' (Ethel Barrymore Theatre); Jon Michael Hill, 'Purpose' (Hayes Theater); Daniel Dae Kim, 'Yellow Face' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Tory Kittles, 'Home' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Harry Lennix, 'Purpose' (Hayes Theater); Louis McCartney, 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' (Marquis Theatre); Jim Parsons, 'Our Town' (Ethel Barrymore Theatre); Denzel Washington, 'Othello' (Ethel Barrymore Theatre). Actress (Play) Laura Donnelly 'The Hills of California' Mia Farrow 'The Roommate' LaTanya Richardson Jackson 'Purpose' Sadie Sink 'John Proctor is the Villain' Sarah Snook *** 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' Alternate: Patti LuPone, 'The Roommate' This category will spotlight several stars: 'Succession' Emmy winner Sarah Snook is almost certain to receive a nomination for her bravura performance in 'The Picture of Dorian Gray,' while 'Stranger Things' star Sadie Sink will likely be recognized for her role as one of the central characters in the well-received 'John Proctor Is the Villain.' Mia Farrow is expected to be remembered for her seemingly effortless comic turn in 'The Roommate,' as is Laura Donnelly for her dual role as both mother and daughter in 'The Hills of California.' Rounding out the category, look for LaTanya Richardson Jackson to earn a spot for her commanding performance as the matriarch in the family drama 'Purpose.' Eligible: Laura Donnelly, 'The Hills of California' (Broadhurst Theatre); Mia Farrow, 'The Roommate' (Booth Theatre); Sydney Lemmon, 'JOB' (Helen Hayes Theatre); Julianna Margulies, 'Left on Tenth' (James Earl Jones Theatre); LaTanya Richardson Jackson, 'Purpose' (Hayes Theater); Sarah Snook, 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' (Music Box Theatre); Sadie Sink, 'John Proctor is the Villain' (Booth Theatre); Rachel Zegler, 'Romeo + Juliet' (Circle in the Square Theatre). Featured Actor (Musical) Featured Actor (Musical) Danny Burstein 'Gypsy' Jak Malone *** 'Operation Mincemeat' Christopher Sieber 'Death Becomes Her' Thom Sesma 'Dead Outlaw' Taylor Trensch 'Floyd Collins' Alternate: Marcus Choi, 'Maybe Happy Ending' These are the five we're betting on, but there are a handful of worthy performers who might get the nod instead — particularly Marcus Choi ('Maybe Happy Ending') and Brooks Ashmanskas ('Smash'). Eligible: Brooks Ashmanskas, 'Smash' (Imperial Theatre); Nicholas Barasch, 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' (Todd Haimes Theatre); John Behlmann, 'Smash' (Imperial Theatre); Jeb Brown, 'Dead Outlaw' (Longacre Theatre); Daniel Breaker, 'Once Upon a Mattress' (Hudson Theatre); Preston Truman Boyd, 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Sean Astin, 'Elf' (Marquis Theatre); Erich Bergen, 'BOOP! The Musical' (Broadhurst Theatre); Michael Cerveris, 'Tammy Faye' (Palace Theatre); Will Chase, 'Once Upon a Mattress' (Hudson Theatre); Marcus Choi, 'Maybe Happy Ending' (Belasco Theatre); Kevin Csolak, 'Gypsy' (Majestic Theatre); Stephen DeRosa, 'BOOP! The Musical' (Broadhurst Theatre); Dashiell Eaves, 'Dead Outlaw' (Longacre Theatre); Jason Gotay, 'Floyd Collins' (Vivian Beaumont Theater); Gavin Lee, 'Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends' (Samuel J. Friedman Theatre); Jak Malone, 'Operation Mincemeat' (John Golden Theatre); Ainsley Melham, 'BOOP! The Musical' (Broadhurst Theatre); Julio Monge, 'Buena Vista Social Club' (Schoenfeld Theatre); Michael Park, 'Redwood' (Nederlander Theatre); Zachary Noah Piser, 'Redwood' (Nederlander Theatre); Thom Sesma, 'Dead Outlaw' (Longacre Theatre); Christopher Sieber, 'Death Becomes Her' (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre); Stark Sands, 'Swept Away' (Longacre Theatre); Mel Semé, 'Buena Vista Social Club' (Schoenfeld Theatre); Jainardo Batista Sterling, 'Buena Vista Social Club' (Schoenfeld Theatre); David Thaxton, 'Sunset Blvd.' (St. James Theatre); Taylor Trensch, 'Floyd Collins' (Vivian Beaumont Theater); Michael Urie, 'Once Upon a Mattress' (Hudson Theatre); Wesley Wray, 'Buena Vista Social Club' (Schoenfeld Theatre). Featured Actress (Musical) Featured Actress (Musical) Natalie Venetia Belcon *** 'Buena Vista Social Club' Justina Machado 'Real Women Have Curves' Jinkx Monsoon 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' Lea Salonga 'Old Friends' Joy Woods 'Gypsy' Alternate: Bernadette Peters, 'Old Friends' These five are the standouts most likely to stake a claim on this category. But there are at least three other performers who could slip into any of those slots, including Bernadette Peters ('Old Friends'), Lesli Margherita ('Gypsy'), and Julia Knitel ('Dead Outlaw'). Eligible: De'Adre Aziza, 'Redwood' (Nederlander Theatre); Natalie Venetia Belcon, 'Buena Vista Social Club' (Schoenfeld Theatre); Ashley Brown, 'Elf' (Marquis Theatre); Caroline Bowman, 'Smash' (Imperial Theatre); Bella Coppola, 'Smash' (Imperial Theatre); Florencia Cuenca, 'Real Women Have Curves: The Musical' (James Earl Jones Theatre); Nikki Renée Daniels, 'Once Upon a Mattress' (Hudson Theatre); Ana Gasteyer, 'Once Upon a Mattress' (Hudson Theatre); Claire-Marie Hall, 'Operation Mincemeat' (John Golden Theatre); Erika Henningsen, 'Just in Time' (Circle in the Square Theatre); Grace Hodgett-Young, 'Sunset Blvd.' (St. James Theatre); Julia Knitel, 'Dead Outlaw' (Longacre Theatre); Gracie Lawrence, 'Just in Time' (Circle in the Square Theatre); Beth Leavel, 'Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends' (Samuel J. Friedman Theatre); Lesli Margherita, 'Gypsy' (Majestic Theatre); Justina Machado, 'Real Women Have Curves: The Musical' (James Earl Jones Theatre); Lizzy McAlpine, 'Floyd Collins' (Vivian Beaumont Theater); Michelle Williams, 'Death Becomes Her' (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre); Jessica Molaskey, 'Floyd Collins' (Vivian Beaumont Theater); Jinkx Monsoon, 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Kristine Nielsen, 'Smash' (Imperial Theatre); Michele Pawk, 'Just in Time' (Circle in the Square Theatre); Bernadette Peters, 'Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends' (Samuel J. Friedman Theatre); Faith Prince, 'BOOP! The Musical' (Broadhurst Theatre); Krysta Rodriguez, 'Smash' (Imperial Theatre); Zoë Roberts, 'Operation Mincemeat' (John Golden Theatre); Lea Salonga, 'Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends' (Samuel J. Friedman Theatre); Jordan Tyson, 'Gypsy' (Majestic Theatre); Khaila Wilcoxon, 'Redwood' (Nederlander Theatre); Samantha Williams, 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Joy Woods, 'Gypsy' (Majestic Theatre). Featured Actor (Play) Featured Actor (Play) Kieran Culkin 'Glengarry Glen Ross' Bill Irwin 'Eureka Day' Francis Jue 'Yellow Face' Bob Odenkirk 'Glengarry Glen Ross' Conrad Ricamora *** 'Oh, Mary!' Alternate: Gabriel Ebert, 'John Proctor is the Villain' This is where the 'Glengarry Glen Ross' stars would show up, and they look poised to take up two or more spots on the list. Kieran Culkin and Bob Odenkirk seem like the top contenders from that show, although Bill Burr could get a nod too (or instead). Veteran performer Francis Jue seems poised to be remember for his turn in 'Yellow Face,' and another industry favorite, Bill Irwin, will probably get some recognition for his comic turn in 'Eureka Day.' Among the other possibilities for this category: Gabriel Ebert ('John Proctor is the Villain') and Andrew Burnap ('Othello'). Eligible: Fred Armisen, 'All In: Comedy About Love' (Second Stage Theater); Alex Breaux, 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' (Phoenix Theatre); Bill Burr, 'Glengarry Glen Ross' (Palace Theatre); Andrew Burnap, 'Othello' (Barrymore Theatre); Kieran Culkin, 'Glengarry Glen Ross' (Palace Theatre); Glenn Davis, 'Purpose' (Second Stage Theater); Ryan Eggold, 'Yellow Face' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Gabriel Ebert, 'John Proctor is the Villain' (Booth Theatre); Clark Gregg, 'Good Night, and Good Luck' (Winter Garden Theatre); Francis Jue, 'Yellow Face' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Richard Kind, 'All In: Comedy About Love' (Second Stage Theater); T.R. Knight, 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' (Phoenix Theatre); Anthony Michael Lopez, 'Othello' (Barrymore Theatre); Tony Macht, 'Oh, Mary!' (Lyceum Theatre); Michael McKean, 'Glengarry Glen Ross' (Palace Theatre); Thomas Middleditch, 'Eureka Day' (Samuel J. Friedman Theatre); John Mulaney, 'All In: Comedy About Love' (Second Stage Theater); Bob Odenkirk, 'Glengarry Glen Ross' (Palace Theatre); Conrad Ricamora, 'Oh, Mary!' (Lyceum Theatre); David Rasche, 'Cult of Love' (Helen Hayes Theater); James Scully, 'Oh, Mary!' (Lyceum Theatre); Christopher Sears, 'Cult of Love' (Helen Hayes Theater); Ephraim Sykes, 'Our Town' (Ethel Barrymore Theatre); Hadi Tabbal, 'English' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Richard Thomas, 'Our Town' (Ethel Barrymore Theatre); Zachary Quinto, 'Cult of Love' (Helen Hayes Theater). Featured Actress (Play) Featured Actress (Play) Alana Arenas 'Purpose' Jessica Hecht 'Eureka Day' Bianca Leigh 'Oh, Mary!' Marjan Neshat 'English' Kara Young *** 'Purpose' Alternate: Leanne Best, 'The Hills of California' Two Tony faves, Kara Young ('Purpose') and Jessica Hecht ('Eureka Day'), are sure things in this category, but beyond that, it's anyone's guess who gets the nod among a wide pool of strong performances. We're placing bets on Bianca Leigh from 'Oh, Mary!' as well as Marjan Neshat, a standout from 'English,' and Alana Arena, for her livewire perf in 'Purpose.' Eligible: Alana Arenas, 'Purpose' (Helen Hayes Theater); Tala Ashe, 'English' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Stori Ayers, 'Home' (The Public Theater); Rosie Benton, 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' (Phoenix Theatre); Molly Bernard, 'Cult of Love' (Helen Hayes Theater); Gabby Beans, 'Romeo + Juliet' (Circle in the Square Theatre); Leanne Best, 'The Hills of California' (Broadhurst Theatre); Roberta Colindrez, 'Cult of Love' (Helen Hayes Theater); Zoey Deutch, 'Our Town' (Ethel Barrymore Theatre); Tommy Dorfman, 'Romeo + Juliet' (Circle in the Square Theatre); Barbie Ferreira, 'Cult of Love' (Helen Hayes Theater); Ilana Glazer, 'Good Night, and Good Luck' (Belasco Theatre); Renee Elise Goldsberry, 'All In: Comedy About Love' (Second Stage Theater); Amber Gray, 'Eureka Day' (Manhattan Theatre Club); Rebecca Henderson, 'Cult of Love' (Helen Hayes Theater); Jessica Hecht, 'Eureka Day' (Manhattan Theatre Club); Brittany Inge, 'Home' (The Public Theater); Ophelia Lovibond, 'The Hills of California' (Broadhurst Theatre); Andrea Martin, 'McNeal' (Vivian Beaumont Theater); Marjan Neshat, 'English' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Molly Osborne, 'Othello' (The Public Theater); Pooya Mohseni, 'English' (Todd Haimes Theatre); Kimber Elayne Sprawl, 'Othello' (The Public Theater); Fina Strazza, 'John Proctor is the Villain' (Booth Theatre); Helena Wilson, 'The Hills of California' (Broadhurst Theatre); Shailene Woodley, 'Cult of Love' (Helen Hayes Theater); Michelle Wilson, 'Our Town' (Ethel Barrymore Theatre); Amalia Yoo, 'John Proctor is the Villain' (Booth Theatre); Kara Young, 'Purpose' (Helen Hayes Theater). Director (Musical) Director (Musical) Michael Arden 'Maybe Happy Ending' David Cromer 'Dead Outlaw' Christopher Gattelli 'Death Becomes Her' Jamie Lloyd *** 'Sunset Boulevard' George C. Wolfe 'Gypsy' Alternate: Robert Hastie, 'Operation Mincemeat' Eligible titles: 'A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical,' directed by Christopher Renshaw (Studio 54); 'BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical,' directed by Jerry Mitchell (Broadhurst Theatre); 'Buena Vista Social Club,' directed by Patricia McGregor (Schoenfeld Theatre); 'Dead Outlaw,' directed by David Cromer (Longacre Theatre); 'Death Becomes Her,' directed by Christopher Gattelli (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre); 'Elf,' directed by Sam Scalamoni (Al Hirschfeld Theatre); 'Floyd Collins,' directed by Tina Landau (Vivian Beaumont Theater); 'Gypsy,' directed by George C. Wolfe (Majestic Theatre); 'Just in Time,' directed by Alex Timbers (Circle in the Square Theatre); 'Maybe Happy Ending,' directed by Michael Arden (Belasco Theatre); 'Once Upon a Mattress,' directed by Lear deBessonet (Hudson Theatre); 'Operation Mincemeat,' directed by Robert Hastie (John Golden Theatre); 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical,' directed by Gordon Greenberg (American Airlines Theatre); 'Real Women Have Curves: The Musical,' directed by Sergio Trujillo (James Earl Jones Theatre); 'Redwood,' directed by Kate Diaz (Nederlander Theatre); 'Smash,' directed by Susan Stroman (Broadway Theatre); 'Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends,' directed by Matthew Bourne (Samuel J. Friedman Theatre); 'Sunset Blvd.,' directed by Jamie Lloyd (St. James Theatre); 'Swept Away,' directed by Michael Mayer (Longacre Theatre); 'Tammy Faye,' directed by Rupert Goold (Palace Theatre); 'The Last Five Years,' directed by Jason Robert Brown (Second Stage Theater) Director (Play) Director (Play) Kenny Leon 'Our Town' Patrick Marber 'Glengarry Glen Ross' Sam Mendes 'The Hills of California' Sam Pinkleton *** 'Oh, Mary' Danya Taymor 'John Proctor is the Villain' Alternate: Phylicia Rashad, 'Purpose' Eligible titles: 'All In: Comedy About Love,' directed by Alex Timbers (Hudson Theatre); 'Cult of Love,' directed by Trip Cullman (Helen Hayes Theatre); 'English,' directed by Knud Adams (Laura Pels Theatre); 'Eureka Day,' directed by Anna D. Shapiro (Samuel J. Friedman Theatre); 'Glengarry Glen Ross,' directed by Patrick Marber (Palace Theatre); 'Good Night, and Good Luck,' directed by David Cromer (Winter Garden Theatre); 'John Proctor is the Villain,' directed by Danya Taymor (Booth Theatre); 'Oh, Mary!,' directed by Sam Pinkleton (Lyceum Theatre); 'Othello,' directed by Kenny Leon (Ethel Barrymore Theatre); 'Our Town,' directed by Kenny Leon (Ethel Barrymore Theatre); 'Purpose,' directed by Phylicia Rashad (Helen Hayes Theatre); 'Romeo + Juliet,' directed by Jack Antonoff (Circle in the Square Theatre); 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow,' directed by Stephen Daldry and Justin Martin (Marquis Theatre); 'The Hills of California,' directed by Sam Mendes (Samuel J. Friedman Theatre); 'The Picture of Dorian Gray,' directed by Kip Williams (Music Box Theatre); 'Yellow Face,' directed by Leigh Silverman (Public Theater) Original Score Original Score 'Death Becomes Her' 'Dead Outlaw' 'Maybe Happy Ending' *** 'Operation Mincemeat' 'Real Women Have Curves' Alternate: 'Boop! The Betty Boop Musical' Eligible titles: 'BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical' (David Foster); 'Dead Outlaw' (David Yazbek & Erik Della Penna); 'Death Becomes Her' (Julia Mattison & Noel Carey); 'Maybe Happy Ending' (Will Aronson); 'Oh, Mary!' (Daniel Kluger); 'Operation Mincemeat' (David Cumming, Felix Hagan, Natasha Hodgson & Zoë Roberts); 'Real Women Have Curves: The Musical' (Joy Huerta & Benjamin Velez); 'Redwood' (Kate Diaz); 'Romeo + Juliet' (Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky); 'Smash' (Marc Shaiman); 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' (Danilo J. Walde); 'Tammy Faye' (Elton John); 'The Hills of California' (Nick Powell); 'The Roommate' (David Yazbek); 'JOB' (Composer information not available) Musical Book Musical Book 'Buena Vista Social Club' 'Dead Outlaw' *** 'Death Becomes Her' 'Maybe Happy Ending' 'Operation Mincemeat' Alternate: 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' Eligible titles: 'A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical' (Book by Aurin Squire); 'BOOP! The Musical' (Book by Bob Martin); 'Buena Vista Social Club' (Book by Marco Ramirez); 'Dead Outlaw' (Book by Itamar Moses); 'Death Becomes Her' (Book by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey); 'Just in Time' (Book by Warren Leight and Isaac Oliver); 'Maybe Happy Ending' (Book by Will Aronson and Hue Park); 'Operation Mincemeat' (Book by David Cumming, Felix Hagan, Natasha Hodgson, and Zoë Roberts); 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' (Book by W.S. Gilbert); 'Real Women Have Curves: The Musical' (Book by Lisa Loomer and Nell Benjamin); 'Redwood' (Book by Tina Landau); 'Smash' (Book by Rick Elice and Bob Martin); 'Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends' (Conceived by Cameron Mackintosh); 'Swept Away' (Book by John Logan); 'Tammy Faye' (Book by James Graham) Choreography Choreography 'Boop! The Musical' *** 'Buena Vista Social Club' 'Death Becomes Her' 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' 'Smash' Alternate: 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' Eligible titles: 'A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical' (choreographed by Rickey Tripp); 'BOOP! The Musical' (choreographed by Jerry Mitchell); 'Buena Vista Social Club' (choreographed by Patricia Delgado and Justin Peck); 'Death Becomes Her' (choreographed by [Choreographer Name]); 'Elf' (choreographed by Liam Steel); 'Gypsy' (choreographed by Camille A. Brown); 'Just in Time' (choreographed by Shannon Lewis); 'Once Upon a Mattress' (choreographed by Lorin Latarro); 'Operation Mincemeat' (choreographed by Jenny Arnold); 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' (choreographed by Warren Carlyle); 'Real Women Have Curves: The Musical' (choreographed by Sergio Trujillo); 'Smash' (choreographed by Joshua Bergasse); 'Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends' (choreographed by Stephen Mear); 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' (choreographed by Coral Messam); 'Sunset Blvd.' (choreographed by Fabian Aloise); 'Swept Away' (choreographed by [Choreographer Name]); 'The Hills of California' (choreographed by [Choreographer Name]); 'The Last Five Years' (choreographed by [Choreographer Name]); 'Redwood' (choreographed by [Choreographer Name]); 'Tammy Faye' (choreographed by [Choreographer Name]) More Information (Tony Awards More Information (Tony Awards Presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing, the Tony Awards honor excellence in Broadway theatre and remain the most prestigious recognition in American stage performance. 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28-04-2025
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Brenda Song explains how having children strengthened relationship with Macaulay Culkin
The 37-year-old Dollface star has been in a relationship with 44-year-old Culkin since 2017 and they are parents to sons Dakota, four, and Carson, two. Speaking to E! News, Song - who has been engaged to the Home Alone star since 2022 - explained their new outlook on life. "No matter how well you know your partner, when you have kids, it's another phase of your relationship because you are dealing with situations that you've never dealt with.' "You're raising little humans together.'
