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Megan Hilty, a Tony-nominated actress, is taking a 3-4 week leave from Broadway's Death Becomes Her due to a vocal injury, with her role temporarily covered by understudies. The show, based on the 1992 film, opened in November 2024 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.
The 2025 Tony Awards featured notable surprises, including 'Purpose' winning Best Play over favorites like 'Oh, Mary!' and 'John Proctor Is the Villain,' and 'Death Becomes Her' winning only one award despite multiple nominations. 'Gypsy' and other favorites were shut out, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the ceremony.
Megan Hilty, starring in the Broadway adaptation of 'Death Becomes Her,' shared a humorous note from Meryl Streep, who originated her role in the 1992 film. Streep's note, "Break a leg, or I’ll break it for you," was accompanied by wilted flowers, referencing the film's themes of eternal youth and beauty. The musical, praised for improving upon the original film, features a cast including Jennifer Simard and is running at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre through August 2025.
Meryl Streep sent Megan Hilty flowers and a humorous note as Hilty stars in the musical adaptation of 'Death Becomes Her,' playing the role Streep originally portrayed in the film. The note, shared by Hilty on Instagram, playfully warns, "Break a leg or I'll break it for you," and expresses Streep's admiration. Hilty discussed the show and her cheeky program bio, borrowed from Streep's Wikipedia page, on The Kelly Clarkson Show.