The 78th Tony Awards nominations have spotlighted a remarkable crossover of Hollywood talent to Broadway, with George Clooney, Sarah Snook, and Sadie Sink earning nods for their compelling stage performances.
Announced on May 1, 2025, by previous Tony winners Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce, the nominations celebrate a vibrant season of theater, featuring both seasoned performers and newcomers.
George Clooney received his first Tony nomination for Best Leading Actor in a Play for his portrayal of Edward R. Murrow in Good Night, and Good Luck, a stage adaptation of the 2005 film that delves into the journalist’s confrontation with Senator Joseph McCarthy during the Red Scare.
Sarah Snook, acclaimed for her role in HBO’s Succession, earned a nomination for Best Leading Actress in a Play for her solo performance in The Picture of Dorian Gray, where she impressively portrays multiple characters, showcasing her versatility and depth as a performer.
Sadie Sink, known for her work in Stranger Things, was nominated for Best Leading Actress in a Play for her role as Shelby Holcomb in John Proctor Is the Villain, a contemporary reimagining of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible that explores themes of power and morality in a modern setting.
The 2025 Tony Awards ceremony is scheduled for June 8 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, with Cynthia Erivo set to host the event. The ceremony will be broadcast live on CBS and streamed on Paramount.
This year’s nominations reflect a dynamic and diverse Broadway season, with productions like Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, and Maybe Happy Ending leading the pack with ten nominations each
