Scherzinger, who rose to fame as the lead singer of The Pussycat Dolls, was closely competing with Audra McDonald, the most Tony-winning performer in history.

Nicole Scherzinger accepted her first Tony Award with tears in her eyes. The former Pussycat Dolls singer was honored for her Broadway leading role in 'Sunset Blvd.' She appeared at the award ceremony in a stunning red gown.

Nicole Scherzinger had a big night at the Tony Awards on Sunday. Scherzinger, a former member of the musical group Pussycat Dolls, won her first-ever Tony Award for her performance as Norma Desmond in the Broadway revival of “Sunset Blvd.,” which also won an award for best musical revival.