Jodie Comer known for her role in Killing Eve won a prestigious Tony Award for best leading actress in a play.

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She portrayed a defense lawyer who becomes a witness.

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Jodie Comer expressed feeling overwhelmed and thanked Suzie Miller.

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Jodie Comer known for her role in Killing Eve won a prestigious Tony Award for best leading actress in a play.

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She portrayed a defense lawyer who becomes a witness.

Jodie Comer expressed feeling overwhelmed and thanked Suzie Miller.

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