Video: Francis Jue Never Dared Dream He'd Be a Tony Nominee

Francis Jue played his final performance in Yellow Face over six month ago, and yet it was a performance that clearly made an impact. For his fourth Broadway show, Jue is now a Tony nominee!

"This is an amazing, historical season for the Tony Awards," he told BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge. "It's the first time that an Asian  American is nominated as a lead in a Broadway play. It's the first time that two Asian American actors are nominated in the same category for a Broadway play! That's astounding to me."

Watch as Francis chats more about the importance of this play, why this role meant so much to him, and so much more. Plus, check out who he is up against and catch up on all the latest Tony Awards coverage!

The 78th Annual Tony Awards will air on Sunday, June 8, 2025.