Pink takes the stage tonight at Radio City Music Hall to host the 79th Tony Awards, Broadway’s biggest night, which airs live on CBS and Paramount+ at 8 p.m. ET. The pop star’s hosting debut marks a shift from tradition, as she brings her signature high-flying energy to the ceremony honoring the 2025-2026 Broadway season.
Quick Facts
- The 79th Tony Awards take place Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
- Pink’s opening number will run seven minutes and feature over 170 Broadway performers on stage.
- The opening is choreographed by Sarah O’Gleby and will include acrobatic moments and multiple costume changes.
- Pink is a three-time Grammy Award winner making her first-ever awards show hosting appearance.
Pink teased an ambitious, over-the-top opening number designed to set a high-energy tone for the evening. She described the performance as “goofy and wild,” promising viewers unexpected acrobatic surprises—a natural fit for the singer known for her aerial stunts in concert performances.
The 15-year-old daughter of Pink, Willow Hart, inspired her to take on the hosting role. According to People.com, Pink said her daughter wanted her to host so “she could have a seat at the show because she loves the show so much.” Despite never appearing on Broadway, Pink’s lifelong love of theater and her fearless performance style made her an unconventional but fitting choice for the role.
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The ceremony will celebrate Broadway’s best across all categories, with performances from the four shows nominated for best musical—The Lost Boys, Schmigadoon!, Titaníque, and Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)—as well as the three nominated for best musical revival: Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Ragtime, and The Rocky Horror Show.
Sources
- People.com — Pink’s hosting announcement and details on her opening number with 170 performers and acrobatic moments; her daughter Willow’s role in inspiring her to host.
- The New York Times — Opening number choreography by Sarah O’Gleby and confirmation of 170+ Broadway performers.
- Broadway.com — Description of Pink’s “wild” opening number and ceremony details.
- NBC New York — Confirmation of date, venue, and Pink as host; three-time Grammy Award winner detail.
- Wikipedia (79th Tony Awards) — Date, venue, host, and broadcast network information.
