Cynthia Erivo will host the 2025 Tony Awards on Sunday, June 8. 'I am so proud and excited to take on this glorious honor,' said the 'Wicked' actress. Ariana DeBose previously hosted the ceremony the past three years.

Cynthia Erivo is continuing her successful year. The “Wicked” star, who is up for an Academy Award for her performance in that film, will host this year’s Tony Awards, it was announced Wednesday.

The actress won a Tony Award for “The Color Purple,” and is now nominated for an Oscar for playing Elphaba in the film adaptation of “Wicked.”