Meryl Streep, who co-starred with Davis in the film version of Doubt, spoke at the ceremony, the first of 2017. The multiple Oscar winner said, “Viola Davis is possessed. She’s possessed of a blazing, incandescent talent. She is, arguably, the most immediate, responsive artist I have ever worked with.”
An emotional Davis, who won her Tonys for her performances in Fences and King Hedley II, said, “I cannot believe my life right now.”
Watch the complete ceremony above.
The fan convention has also announced a panel on queer representation in theatre with L Morgan Lee and Roger Q. Mason.
The Broadway favorites will be joined by Peloton's Christine D'Ercole and Leading Lady Fitness' Steph Wilberding.
A Strange Loop, SIX, and Beetlejuice are among the spotlighted shows.
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