Eddie Redmayne

Eddie Redmayne won a Tony for his Broadway performance tonight.  Redmayne, who will be featured in the film War Horse, and has appeared in the TV series, Pillars of the Earth, was one of two actors to recieve the first nominations for their acting debuts on Broadway.  Redmayne won his Tony for his part in the play “Red”, where he plays the assistant to Mark Rothko.  The production also won lighting design, sound design and scenic design at the awards as well.

In addition to Redmayne, actress Scarlett Johansson was also awarded with a Tony for her Broadway performance in “A View From the Bridge”.  Both actors graciously accepted their awards and were honored to have received them.