West Side Story star Ariana DeBose to host Tony Awards

Ariana DeBose (Evan Agostini/AP/PA)

West Side Story star Ariana DeBose has said it is a “dream come true” to be named the host of the 75th Tony Awards this year.

The actress, who won a Bafta and Academy Award for her turn as Anita in Steven Spielberg’s film adaptation of the musical, will host the ceremony at Radio City Music Hall in New York on June 12.