tony-awards

Born in East Harlem in 1924, Tyson's career often defied the stereotypical roles that Black women were relegated to during her seven decades of acting, at times going without work because of her principles.

There was a note of defiance during the awards telecast, with people proudly proclaiming dignity for themselves and others.

Host Kevin Spacey, on the other hand, was the biggest loser.

"Look around. Look around. How lucky we are to be alive right now."

Lin-Manuel Miranda said, "Love is love is love is love is love is love is love is love."

It's Hamilton's big night.

The Tony Awards will be broadcast live on Sunday.

Would you expect anything less of Lin-Manuel Miranda?

In a surprise twist, this year's Tony Awards favored lower-budget, ensemble-driven productions that transferred from off-Broadway, instead of the usual glut of "honors" for big-budget spectacles.

His lawsuit last year stated, "Through his sheer will to live, to see his children grow up, Michaels was able to survive this trauma."