Harry Connick Jr. to play Daddy Warbucks in Annie Live!

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The Grammy winner, Tony nominee and former American Idol judge joins Taraji P. Henson on the live NBC TV musical as Sir Oliver “Daddy” Warbucks, the larger-than-life billionaire who opens his heart and home to the titular little orphan. “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to play Daddy Warbucks in Annie Live!, and working alongside Taraji P. Henson is a dream come true,” Connick said in a statement. “I love this show, and its musical message of love and hope couldn’t come at a better time.” Meanwhile, the search for Annie continues.