At the 2025 Tony Awards, Jak Malone celebrated trans rights after winning Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role for his role in "Operation Mincemeat." The British actor, who portrays Hester Leggatt, reflected on his experiences performing the character and the audience's connection to her. In his acceptance speech, Malone expressed gratitude while advocating for a broader understanding of gender that transcends traditional binary notions. He emphasized the emotional impact of Hester's story, urging acceptance of diverse identities in society.
If you watched our show and found yourself believing in Hester, then I am so glad to tell you intentionally or otherwise, you might have just bid farewell to cynicism.
The last thing I wanted to say is this: eight times a week, I walk out on that stage and tell the audience that I am a woman.
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