Pink Confirmed as 79th Tony Awards Host, Promises Stunts and High-Energy Opener
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Jem Aswad
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Summary
Pink has been announced as the host of the 79th Tony Awards, a choice that initially surprised even her. At a press event, she shared that she questioned why she was chosen given she's never been on Broadway, but producers explained they want to boost viewership. Pink teased that the show will feature a 'raucous and wild and ridiculous' opener and confirmed there will be stunts, hinting at her signature aerial performances.
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But they said, 'Because we want more viewership.' And I was like, 'Oh, okay.'
There will be stunts!
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