Newell appeared at this year's Tony Awards as part of the 'Chicago' performance
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Alex Newell brought the house down at the 2026 Tony Awards.
The Tony winner, 33, who most recently starred in Chicago on Broadway, performed in a tribute to the production to celebrate being the longest-running show currently playing.
Newell hit the stage in an all-black look to match the performers but stepped out onto the red carpet ahead of the show in a showstopping sequin-covered Christian Siriano gown. The actor took PEOPLE behind the scenes of their day and their getting-ready process.
And up next, catch Newell performing at the Café Carlyle from June 9-13. Tickets are available now.
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Time for Glam
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“Every day should begin with silk pajamas and a glam team.”
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It's All in the Details
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“Glam, glitz and more glam.”
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A Moment for the Dress
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“Letting my Christian Siriano ensemble rest before putting her to work.”
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RIP Shoes!
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“Sadly, these shoes didn’t survive the 30 Rock escalators after the show.”
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Here's Mama!
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“When you’re good to Mama, Mama truly is good to you!”
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Call Me!
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“I wish I had remembered to preorder my late-night room service here…”
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Taking It All In
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“To quote the lovely Megan Thee Stallion… ‘Don't gotta edit, check the Getty.’”
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Strike a Pose
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“With my sidekick for the evening… the train!”
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Finishing Touches
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“The final zhuzh.”
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Ready for the Show
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“My home for the week, loving being an Upper East Sider at The Carlyle.”
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