The first standing ovation of the night went to Gary Edwin Robinson, winner of the Excellence in Theatre Education Award, for his work on the Theatre Arts Program at Boys and Girls High School in Brooklyn. “I told you I was going to the Tony Awards one day!” Robinson exclaimed to his family as he wielded his award.

Cynthia Erivo brought the fashion to the 2025 Tony Awards.We can always count on Erivo for some showstopping style, and as the host of the 2025 Tony Awards, the Oscar-nominated actor showcased a number of enchanting ensembles fit for the Radio City Music Hall stage.

All while singing, dancing, and presenting awards, Erivo outdid herself at the Tonys in 11 different ensembles. With help from her longtime stylist, Jason Bolden, she secured a blend of custom and fresh-off-the-runway designs from Marc Jacobs, Schiaparelli, Valentino, and even Zac Posen's GapStudio.