The 2026 Tonys are just around the corner, and theater’s biggest night just got a massive energy jolt.
“We are thrilled to welcome the incomparable Pink as the host of this year’s Tony Awards — a fearless artist whose powerhouse voice, electrifying stage presence and undeniable authenticity embody the very spirit of live performance and theater,” said 2026 Tony Award executive producers Raj Kapoor, Sarah Levine Hall and Jack Sussman in a press release. “A passionate fan of Broadway, she brings a genuine love for the art form alongside her bold creativity and deep connection to audiences around the world, and we know she will deliver a fresh, dynamic energy to Broadway’s biggest night!”
Last year, the ceremony was hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Prior to that Ariana DeBose, Julianne Hough, Audra McDonald and more all took a turn. Count on Pink, 46, doing one heck of an opening number — probably with some sort of aerial element.
Who Is Hosting the Tonys?
The American Theater Wing announced on April 9 that Pink would be hosting the 2026 ceremony.
“It is the honor of an entire lifetime to host a night celebrating the literal hardest working people in showbiz,” said Pink in a press release. “Broadway has shaped my life and how I put my own shows together — it is a community that is supportive, and inclusive, and full of talent and love. These people give magic every single day, and I cannot wait to celebrate them with the entire world.”
“When I was asked to host the Tonys, I immediately thought, ‘I have to get permission from my daughter,’” she continued. “I’ve never been on Broadway, and shouldn’t you have to have been on Broadway in order to host? That seems fair and right. But when I asked my daughter, she was really excited about being able to have a ticket to go to the Tonys, so I’m hosting the Tonys and I’m really, really, excited and very nervous because that girl is a tough crowd!”
While Pink herself has never been on Broadway, her music is featured in two current Broadway productions: “Raise Your Glass” in Moulin Rouge! The Musical and “F**kin’ Perfect” in & Juliet.
She and husband Carey Hart recently took their kids to a performance of & Juliet, which showcases the music of pop maestro Max Martin (who is behind many of Pink’s hits).
“Each year, the Tony Awards creates new theater fans around the world, expanding Broadway’s reach and shaping its future,” said Heather Hitchens, president and CEO of the American Theatre Wing, and Jason Laks, president of the Broadway League, in a release. “Over the course of her extraordinary career, Pink has built one of the most passionate and enduring fan communities in the history of popular music, giving her a unique ability to bring even more people into this growing family. Simply put: We could not be more excited to get this party started.”
When Are the Tony Awards?
The Tony Awards will take place June 7, 2026, at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Tickets to the ceremony are available for purchase on Ticketmaster beginning April 15.
How to Watch the Tony Awards?
The awards ceremony will air live on CBS and stream concurrently on Paramount+.
Who Are the Tony Nominees?
The Tony nominees will be announced on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
Likely nominees include familiar faces like The Pitt favorite Patrick Ball (Becky Shaw); John Lithgow (Giant); Nathan Lane (Death of a Salesman); Laurie Metcalf (Death of a Salesman); Carrie Coon (Bug); Christopher Abbott (Death of a Salesman); Lea Michele (Chess); and Joshua Henry (Ragtime).
