Joel Grey's Impact on Theater and Tony Awards Controversy

The 76th annual Tony Awards received backlash after Lifetime Achievement Award winners Joel Grey, 91, and John Kander, 96, were not allowed to speak after receiving their award. Fans quickly took to social media to point out the situation, with many calling it disrespectful to the living legends. Grey was previously given the opportunity to make a speech as he accepted the award, however it was at the pre-show. Kander also received his award at the pre-show from New York, New York writing partner Lin-Manuel Miranda.