Patti Lupone is an American actress and singer who has been active in the entertainment industry since the 1970s. She is best known for her Tony Award-winning performance as Eva Peron in the 1979 Broadway musical Evita. Lupone has also appeared in numerous films, television shows, and stage productions throughout her career. She is a two-time Grammy Award winner and has been nominated for several other awards, including an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award.