Ariana DeBose To Host , 2022 Tony Awards.<br />CNN reports that the American Theatre Wing made the announcement on May 5.<br />DeBose, who just won an Oscar for portraying Anita in the 'West Side Story' remake, has had several notable roles on Broadway.<br />In a statement confirming her hosting duties for this year's event, DeBose said, "I'm coming home!".<br />I'm so honored to celebrate 75 years<br /> of excellence in theater, but more <br />importantly every member of this community who poured themselves into making <br />sure the lights of Broadway have the <br />opportunity to shine brightly once again!, Ariana DeBose, via statement, as reported by CNN.<br />CNN reports that nominees for the <br />2022 Tony Awards will be revealed next week.<br />The show will air <br />June 12 at 8 p.m.<br />The show will air <br />June 12 at 8 p.m.<br />CNN also points out that when DeBose won the Oscar for best supporting actress in March, .<br />CNN also points out that when DeBose won the Oscar for best supporting actress in March, .<br />she became the first out LGBTQ+ woman of color to take home an Academy Award.<br />she became the first out LGBTQ+ woman of color to take home an Academy Award
