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Is Rose from ‘Gypsy’ the Greatest Role in Broadway History? That’s What Tony Awards History Suggests


What’s the greatest leading role in Broadway history? Based on Tony nominations, which date to 1947, the answer is Rose in 'Gypsy.'

Rosalind Russell won actress in a leading role – musical or comedy in 1963 – for the previous year’s film. Sharing second place, with three nods each, are Cabaret, Company, Fiddler on the Roof, Guys and Dolls, Peter Pan and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Audra McDonald during the opening night curtain call for the new revival of the musical "Gypsy" on Broadway at The Majestic Theatre on December 19, 2024 in New York City.

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