Why Rachel Zegler Was Replaced in the Middle of 'Evita' Performance

Is Rachel Zegler Still Battling Anxiety During Evita? Fans Speculate After Onstage Exit and New Criticism

Rachel Zegler's highly anticipated West End debut in Evita was meant to be a triumphant new chapter in her blossoming career. However, her abrupt exit mid-performance on 24 July due to a mystery illness, followed by a wave of audience criticism, has sparked renewed speculation about the state of her mental health — particularly whether she may still be battling the anxiety she previously discussed during the fallout from Disney's Snow White rema…

Why Rachel Zegler Was Replaced in the Middle of 'Evita' Performance

Rachel Zegler’s performance in Evita hit a sour note Thursday—courtesy of an untimely illness. The 24-year-old, starring as Eva Perón in Jamie Lloyd’s revival of the Andrew Lloyd Webber classic, made an unexpected exit during the evening performance. As PEOPLE reported, her departure was announced at intermission. Rachel Zegler as Eva Perón in ‘Evita.’ (Photo by Ian West/PA Images via Getty Images) When the Snow White star stepped aside, underst…