Patti LuPone Hit In The Head With Roses In Triumphant Return To The Stage After COVID Diagnosis
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Patti LuPone got a very Broadway reception with her return to the stage.
On Tuesday night, the legendary actress rejoined the cast of Company after a brief hiatus due to a positive COVID diagnosis, and everything was coming up roses… literally.
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Following the performance, LuPone was taking a bow to cheers from the audience when someone tossed a bouquet of roses that landed right on her head.
Video of the moment was captured and shared on Instagram.
LuPone could be seen laughing off the mishap with her co-star after some initial confusion.
The 72-year-old actress started experiencing COVID symptoms late last month, testing positive on Feb. 26.
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“Ms LuPone is expected to return to the show on Tuesday, March 8,” a statement from the production read at the time. “She is home resting, and everyone wishes her speedy recovery.”
She also missed a number of performances in December do to a non-COVID-related illness.
