A planned live duet between Jay-Z and Alicia Keys at the Tony Awards for her musical 'Hell's Kitchen' was actually pre-recorded, according to a show official. The staged reunion, intended to boost excitement for the show, has drawn criticism for undermining the Broadway community's emphasis on live performances.
Jay-Z 's electrifying reunion with Alicia Keys on what appeared to be a live duet of “Empire State of Mind” at the Tony Awards was actually pre-taped, a show official who wasn't authorized to speak publicly told The Associated Press.
A representative from Jay-Z's Roc Nation and a producer at White Cherry Entertainment did not return messages seeking clarification on what happened Sunday night. A senior publicist for the telecast also did not return requests for comment on Monday.
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