‘Cats: Jellicle Ball’ Costume Designer Qween Jean Becomes First Openly Trans Tony Award Winner

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Qween Jean won a Tony Award for costume design on 'Cats: The Jellicle Ball,' becoming the first openly trans woman to win the prize in the awards' history. While non-binary performers have previously won Tonys, Jean marks a milestone as the first trans winner. The achievement comes as the Tony Awards continue to reflect broader shifts in Broadway's representation.