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Broadway’s brightest night witnessed not just glamour and talent—but gratitude and faith. On June 8, 2025, singer and actress Nicole Scherzinger took home one of the evening’s top honors: Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical. 

The award recognized her stunning portrayal of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard, a role that marked her Broadway debut—and a spiritual milestone.

Taking the stage at the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Scherzinger’s first words were not about her career or the spotlight—but about her Savior. “First of all, I just have to thank God for carrying me every step of the way. I give You all the glory,” she said, visibly emotional.

The moment, quietly powerful, resonated with audiences around the world who witnessed an artist giving credit not to fame, but to faith.

Scherzinger, who rose to fame as the lead singer of The Pussycat Dolls, has often shared glimpses of her Christian faith throughout her career. But on Broadway’s biggest stage, that belief took center stage. She continued by honoring her mother, who “had me at 18 and gave everything up for me,” as well as her grandparents who, she said, “instilled in me an unshakable faith.”

In a moving conclusion, Scherzinger added, “If anyone out there feels like they don’t belong, your time hasn’t come yet. Don’t give up. Just keep on giving and giving, because the world needs your love and your light more than ever. This is a testament that love always wins.”

The award marked a personal and professional breakthrough for the multi-talented performer. In earlier interviews, Scherzinger had shared that her roots in theater were her original passion. “It’s funny how God brings you back to your roots,” she wrote in a 2023 Instagram post. “I see now that this show, and telling Norma’s story, was God’s divine plan for me all along.”

It’s a sentiment she’s echoed often in recent years. In a 2019 interview, she spoke candidly about her spiritual habits, including attending church twice a week. “I believe God has a plan for all of us—a plan and a purpose,” she said. “I just try to listen to His voice.”

Director Jamie Lloyd, whom she thanked during her speech, was instrumental in shaping her Broadway experience. “You’ve changed my life forever,” she said. “Growing up, I always felt like I didn’t belong. But you all have made me feel like I belong—and I have come home at last.”

Nicole Scherzinger’s Tony win is a celebration of talent, perseverance, and divine timing. More than just a career milestone, it was a public reminder that, for her, faith is not backstage—it’s center stage. And in an industry known for spotlight, she chose instead to shine it upward.

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