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Olivier Awards 2026 winners
The 50th Olivier Awards celebrated the best of British theater on Sunday night, with the stage adaptation of Michael Bond's beloved bear taking home the most trophies.
Rachel Zegler won Best Actress in a Musical for her portrayal of Eva Peron in Evita, while Rosamund Pike was named Best Actress for her role in Inter Alia.
The ceremony also honored veteran singer Elaine Paige with a special tribute from Queen Camilla.
The night underscored the continued vitality of the West End despite ongoing funding challenges for the arts.
Laurence Olivier Awards
British awards to recognise excellence in West End theatre of London (1976-)
British awards to recognise excellence in West End theatre of London (1976-)
Royal Albert Hall
Concert hall in South Kensington, London, England, United Kingdom
Concert hall in South Kensington, London, England, United Kingdom
Rachel Zegler
American actress (born 2001)
American actress (born 2001)
Rosamund Pike
English actress
English actress