Movie star Luke Evans graced the stage at the 79th Tony Awards on Wednesday. He performed as Dr. Frank-N-Furter from the Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show, eliciting strong reactions from fans.
For years, Luke Evans has portrayed heroes, villains, and iconic figures on screen — but his recent performance might just be the one that everyone is buzzing about.
The 47-year-old actor, who is widely recognized for his role as Bard the Bowman in The Hobbit films, captured attention at the 79th Tony Awards with a performance that quickly ignited social media chatter.
Embodying Dr. Frank-N-Furter from the Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show, Evans fully embraced the legendary character, donning a stunning corset, fishnet stockings, high heels, and a sparkling outfit that left little to the imagination.
As he launched into the powerful rendition of the cult classic “Sweet Transvestite,” it became one of the most memorable moments of the night. Unsurprisingly, reactions poured in online.
The performance sparked a lively debate on social media, with viewers split over Luke Evans’ daring on-stage appearance.