The Broadway community and the Committee of Theatre Owners will honor the memory of Tony winner James Earl Jones—who passed away September 9 at the age of 93—by dimming the lights of all Broadway theatres September 26 at 6:45 PM ET for one minute.

“James Earl Jones was a true pillar of the Broadway industry, providing unforgettable experiences to multiple generations of theatregoers—all while accumulating many well-deserved honors, awards, and achievements for his iconic performances in other entertainment fields. While we acknowledge and celebrate Mr. Jones’ significant legacy across multiple mediums, we are particularly proud of his legacy on Broadway, and are grateful for the many memorable performances with which he graced our stages,” said Interim President of The Broadway League Jason Laks in a statement.

During his long and storied career, Mr. Jones was nominated for four Tony Awards, winning two for The Great White Hope (1969 Best Actor in a Play) and Fences (1987 Best Actor in a Play), in addition to being the recipient of the 2017 Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement. His Tonys also contributed to his inclusion in a small but distinguished cohort of EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) winners.

Mr. Jones was further honored by the Broadway community September 12, 2022, when the Cort Theatre was renamed the James Earl Jones Theatre.

Read Mr. Jones' complete Playbill obituary by clicking here.

The Broadway League is the national trade association for the Broadway industry representing more than 800 members from nearly 200 national and international markets, including theatre owners and operators, producers, presenters, and general managers as well as suppliers of goods and services to the commercial theatre industry.

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