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Cynthia Erivo Puts Adam Lambert on the Spot & Holds Oprah’s Finger in 2025 Tonys Opening Number

  • Cynthia Erivo hosted the 2025 Tony Awards on June 8 at New York City's Radio City Music Hall, opening the show with a vocal performance.
  • Her hosting debut followed her appearance on the cover of Billboard and the release of her long-awaited album I Forgive You just days earlier.
  • Erivo's opening number, backed by a gospel choir, featured cameos from Oprah Winfrey and Adam Lambert and paid tribute to a viral 2024 meme.
  • During the show, Erivo held Oprah's finger as a nod to the 'holding space' meme with Ariana Grande and quoted Winfrey saying, "The only thing you need to do is just be yourself."
  • The event showcased Erivo's strong vocal talents and reinforced her growing role in theater, while the memorable moment with Winfrey highlighted their past connection and energized the audience.
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Vulture broke the news in United States on Monday, June 9, 2025.
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