Nicky Paris Praises Scherzinger’s Sunset Blvd Debut

Front Row At Sunset Blvd

When Nicky Paris slipped into her seat at the Sunset Boulevard musical, she knew she was in for something special. In an Instagram post, the host and performer wrote, “We’re ready for our close up 🩸I can’t even find the words to explain what it’s like to sit front row at @sunsetblvdmusical and see @nicolescherzinger as Norma Desmond who has inspired me in so many ways with her performance in this role.” The blood emoji, Nicky explained, captures the show’s gothic glamour and Norma’s fierce determination to claim her moment under the lights.

Parallels With Norma Desmond

Paris didn’t just admire Scherzinger’s powerhouse vocals or her dramatic flair—she saw herself reflected in the character’s journey. “I see myself in this story and, like Norma, truly believe that as performers, every time we get to perform on a stage or be on screen, we can make the world a better place,” Nicky wrote. She added that she, too, “knows what it feels like to be discarded by people in power when your heart has so much to give to an audience.” By drawing these parallels, Paris tapped into a universal performer’s truth: vulnerability breeds connection, and passion demands recognition.

Backstage Meeting With Scherzinger

After the curtain call, Paris got her backstage moment. In the same caption, she thanked Nicole Scherzinger for granting her dream: “@nicolescherzinger you made my dream come true by getting to meet you backstage last night with @beckyrobinson4 and I know you too are a warrior, just like Norma. I’m not sure I’ll ever wash the blood off my fingers!!!!!” The post included snapshots of Paris, Scherzinger, and Broadway producer Becky Robinson sharing laughs amid the ornate dressing rooms. Fans applauded Paris for capturing the kinship that blooms when two generation-spanning performers exchange admiration.

Beyond The Red Carpet: Hosting Date On A Plate

Paris isn’t new to blending entertainment beats. On her own Instagram feed, she’s chronicled the launch of her latest project, the dating series Date on a Plate for ElixirShows. In March, she wrote, “I am so proud to be the host of DATE ON A PLATE and to work with these brilliant people. We have so much more coming your way but for now, watch the first episode right now on @elixirshows.” That post featured behind-the-scenes photos from the launch party, highlighting her transition from live performance advocate to on-camera host. From interviews on KTLA News to teasing the trailer with Access Hollywood, Paris has kept fans updated on her journey behind the mic and beyond the stage.

By attending Sunset Boulevard’s revival, Paris reaffirmed her belief in live theatre’s power to elevate and inspire. Her own work on Date on a Plate—where she pairs unsuspecting singles over gourmet dinners—echoes the same principle: shared moments can ignite genuine emotion, whether in a musical’s spotlight or at a restaurant table.

Nicky Paris’s recent Instagram reaction is more than just a fan’s praise. It bridges two worlds—Broadway spectacle and digital storytelling—and reminds both audiences and performers that every standing ovation begins with a single heartbeat backstage. As Norma Desmond declared, “I am big. It’s the pictures that got small.” For Paris, and many others, it’s the performer who dares to be big long after the house lights fade.

Through front-row perspectives and behind-the-scenes snapshots, Nicky Paris has captured one of Broadway’s most anticipated revivals—and in doing so, she’s demonstrated why live performance will always have the power to make us feel.

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