Cynthia Erivo Introduced George Clooney as an ‘Up-And-Comer’ at 2025 Tony Awards

Tony Awards host Cynthia Erivo playfully ribbed George Clooney during the 2025 ceremony, calling the veteran actor an “up-and-comer” in reference to his Broadway debut in his play Good Night, and Good Luck. Erivo declared, “Broadway is officially back,” while delivering a subtle jab at HBO’s Succession.

Cynthia Erivo’s ‘up-and-comer’ joke earns reaction from George Clooney