Bernadette Peters reacted to Cole Escola's Tony gown homage, calling the moment "lovely." Escola wore a custom Wiederhoeft gown inspired by Peters' 1999 look from the awards ceremony.

The two-time Tony winner reacted to the one-time Tony winner, who paid homage to Peters with their ensemble on Sunday.

All eyes were on Cole Escola last night. The “Oh, Mary!” star, 38, attended the Tony Awards 2025 in New York City, paying tribute to Bernadette Peters in a silvery-blue gown. Escola’s Wiederhoeft confection was inspired by the dress the actress wore to the Tony Awards in 1999,