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Qween Jean's Historic Tony Win for Cats Is 'A Fist in the Fight' for Trans Rights by Playbill

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The June 7 Tony Awards were historic for lots, but particularly so for the trans community. Winning a Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical for Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Qween Jean made Broadway history becoming the first openly trans person to win a Tony. Speaking with Playbill Director of Social Media Jeffrey Vizcaíno in the Winners Room shortly thereafter, her thoughts turned to what this win means for …

SOURCE: YouTube at 4:55pm on June 8, 2026

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