ANNIE LIVE! Adds Megan Hilty

Megan Hilty is stepping in to play Lily St. Regis in ANNIE LIVE!

The SMASH actress is replacing Jane Krakowski, who is experiencing a breakthrough COVID case while working on a separate project. (Krakowski is double vaccinated, was getting regular testing process, and was abiding by protocols.)

“I am beyond thrilled to join this all-star cast, crew & creative team!” Hilty said in a statement. “My family and I have been super fans of Annie for as long as I can remember and we always look forward to the epic televised musicals produced by Bob Greenblatt & Neil Meron, so to be a part of this particular production is an honor and a dream come true. I wish Jane the speediest of recoveries and hope to do her proud!”

Deadline was first to report the re-casting.

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