Audra McDonald

The actor show great range in the roles she chooses and has won a record-breaking six Tony Awards.

To celebrate Black History Month, we’re sharing facts all month long about African Americans who have made incredible contributions to the theater.

Inspired by this year’s Tony Awards host James Corden, we decided to dig up a few other theater people who also graced your favorite “nothing else is on, so I’ll watch this” series.

Whether your favorite part of the Tony Awards is the red carpet, the performances, or the sheer joy you feel in winning your Tony pool, there is no denying that each year it’s the acceptance speeches that move us the most. Here are some of the speeches from recent history that have made an impact on us.