The smash hit Broadway show "Hamilton" took to the stage 10 years ago and quickly became a global phenomenon.

Inspired by Ron Chernow's biography on Alexander Hamilton, the musical tells the story of the Founding Father's life and involvement in the American Revolution.

The titular role was first played by creator Lin-Manuel Miranda, who blended hip-hop and other musical styles while casting mostly black and Latino performers.

The show was met with both box-office and critical acclaim, winning 11 Tony Awards, a Grammy and a Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

The original cast reunited for a special performance at the Tony Awards on Sunday.

Miranda dances behind musical director Alex Lacamoire during a rehearsal in April 2015.
Miranda dances behind musical director Alex Lacamoire during a rehearsal in April 2015.
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The "Hamilton" cast begins Broadway rehearsals in June 2015. The show initially premiered off-Broadway earlier in the year.
The "Hamilton" cast begins Broadway rehearsals in June 2015. The show initially premiered off-Broadway earlier in the year.
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Miranda works at his computer while on break from rehearsal in July 2015.
Miranda works at his computer while on break from rehearsal in July 2015.
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Crowds line up outside the Richard Rodgers Theatre for a chance to win $10 front-row seats to the first "Hamilton" preview show in July 2015.
Crowds line up outside the Richard Rodgers Theatre for a chance to win $10 front-row seats to the first "Hamilton" preview show in July 2015.
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President Barack Obama greets the cast and crew after seeing the play with his daughters in July 2015.
President Barack Obama greets the cast and crew after seeing the play with his daughters in July 2015.
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Miranda speaks during the musical's opening night performance on Broadway in August 2015.
Miranda speaks during the musical's opening night performance on Broadway in August 2015.
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Film director Spike Lee, right, and rapper Busta Rhymes attend the show's opening night on Broadway.
Film director Spike Lee, right, and rapper Busta Rhymes attend the show's opening night on Broadway.
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Fireworks celebrating the play's opening night explode over New York.
Fireworks celebrating the play's opening night explode over New York.
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Cast members talk to performing arts students in August 2015.
Cast members talk to performing arts students in August 2015.
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Lacamoire and Miranda celebrate after winning the Grammy Award for best musical theatre album in February 2016.
Lacamoire and Miranda celebrate after winning the Grammy Award for best musical theatre album in February 2016.
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Obama welcomes the "Hamilton" cast to the White House before they performed selected pieces from the musical in March 2016.
Obama welcomes the "Hamilton" cast to the White House before they performed selected pieces from the musical in March 2016.
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From left, Diggs, Cynthia Erivo, Leslie Odom Jr. and Renee Elise Goldsberry pose with the Tony Awards they won in June 2016. Diggs, Odom and Goldsberry all won for their performances in "Hamilton." Erivo won for "The Color Purple."
From left, Diggs, Cynthia Erivo, Leslie Odom Jr. and Renee Elise Goldsberry pose with the Tony Awards they won in June 2016. Diggs, Odom and Goldsberry all won for their performances in "Hamilton." Erivo won for "The Color Purple."
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People camp outside the Richard Rodgers Theatre in hopes of getting tickets in June 2016. By this point, "Hamilton" tickets had become expensive and difficult to come by.
People camp outside the Richard Rodgers Theatre in hopes of getting tickets in June 2016. By this point, "Hamilton" tickets had become expensive and difficult to come by.
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Miranda gives his final Broadway performance in July 2016.
Miranda gives his final Broadway performance in July 2016.
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A theatregoer shows their tickets outside Miranda's final performance.
A theatregoer shows their tickets outside Miranda's final performance.
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Presidential candidate and former US Sen. Hillary Clinton speaks after attending a special performance of "Hamilton" in July 2016.
Presidential candidate and former US Sen. Hillary Clinton speaks after attending a special performance of "Hamilton" in July 2016.
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"Hamilton" merchandise is displayed at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in October 2016.
"Hamilton" merchandise is displayed at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in October 2016.
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High school students attend a matinee performance in October 2016.
High school students attend a matinee performance in October 2016.
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Vice President-elect Mike Pence departs the Richard Rodgers Theatre after a performance of "Hamilton" in November 2016. Some in the crowd booed Pence, and the cast <a href="index.php?page=&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2016%2F11%2F20%2Fpolitics%2Fmike-pence-hamilton-message-trump">read him a message</a> following the show.
Vice President-elect Mike Pence departs the Richard Rodgers Theatre after a performance of "Hamilton" in November 2016. Some in the crowd booed Pence, and the cast read him a message following the show.
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Javier Muñoz, left, examines a letter written by the real-life Alexander Hamilton in January 2017. Muñoz is one of the actors who portrayed him on stage.
Javier Muñoz, left, examines a letter written by the real-life Alexander Hamilton in January 2017. Muñoz is one of the actors who portrayed him on stage.
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"Hamilton" premieres in Los Angeles in August 2017.
"Hamilton" premieres in Los Angeles in August 2017.
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"Hamilton" co-creators Thomas Kail, Miranda, Andy Blankenbuehler and Lacamoire stand behind fellow Kennedy Center honorees Wayne Shorter, Cher, Reba McEntire and Philip Glass in Washington, DC, in December 2018.
"Hamilton" co-creators Thomas Kail, Miranda, Andy Blankenbuehler and Lacamoire stand behind fellow Kennedy Center honorees Wayne Shorter, Cher, Reba McEntire and Philip Glass in Washington, DC, in December 2018.
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Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, meet the cast of "Hamilton" after a special performance in London in August 2018.
Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, meet the cast of "Hamilton" after a special performance in London in August 2018.
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Miranda reprised his role as Hamilton for a special <a href="index.php?page=&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2019%2F01%2F11%2Fentertainment%2Fhamilton-puerto-rico-premiere">two-week run of shows </a>in Puerto Rico in January 2019. The shows raised money for local arts programs.
Miranda reprised his role as Hamilton for a special two-week run of shows in Puerto Rico in January 2019. The shows raised money for local arts programs.
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Signage regarding Covid-19 precautions is seen on a doorway at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in March 2020.
Signage regarding Covid-19 precautions is seen on a doorway at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in March 2020.
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The cast members surprise "Hamilton" fan Aubrey, top left, with a performance on “Some Good News,” in April 2020. The show she was going to attend had been canceled because of Covid-19.
The cast members surprise "Hamilton" fan Aubrey, top left, with a performance on “Some Good News,” in April 2020. The show she was going to attend had been canceled because of Covid-19.
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The filmed version of the original “Hamilton” production was released on Disney+ in July 2020.
The filmed version of the original “Hamilton” production was released on Disney+ in July 2020.
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An election worker displays "Hamilton"-themed "I Voted" stickers in Hollywood in October 2020.
An election worker displays "Hamilton"-themed "I Voted" stickers in Hollywood in October 2020.
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"Hamilton" costumes are displayed at an exhibit benefiting the Costume Industry Coalition Recovery Fund in August 2021.
"Hamilton" costumes are displayed at an exhibit benefiting the Costume Industry Coalition Recovery Fund in August 2021.
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Audience members wear masks in September 2021, when "Hamilton" returned to Broadway after 18 months.
Audience members wear masks in September 2021, when "Hamilton" returned to Broadway after 18 months.
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A tourist takes a photo outside the RIchard Rodgers Theatre in December 2021.
A tourist takes a photo outside the RIchard Rodgers Theatre in December 2021.
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Miranda takes a bow alongside the cast after the premiere of "Hamilton" in Hamburg, Germany, in 2022. It was the first non-English production of the show.
Miranda takes a bow alongside the cast after the premiere of "Hamilton" in Hamburg, Germany, in 2022. It was the first non-English production of the show.
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Theatergoers in Toronto arrive at a performance of "Hamilton" in 2023.
Theatergoers in Toronto arrive at a performance of "Hamilton" in 2023.
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Miranda performs with Kate McKinnon, playing Rudy Giuliani, during the "Saturday Night Live" 50th anniversary special in February 2025.
Miranda performs with Kate McKinnon, playing Rudy Giuliani, during the "Saturday Night Live" 50th anniversary special in February 2025.
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Original "Hamilton" cast members Jonathan Groff, Miranda and Thayne Jasperson take a photo at a celebration of this year's Tony-nominated Broadway shows in June 2025.
Original "Hamilton" cast members Jonathan Groff, Miranda and Thayne Jasperson take a photo at a celebration of this year's Tony-nominated Broadway shows in June 2025.
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The original Broadway cast of “Hamilton” reunite at the <a href="index.php?page=&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2025%2F06%2F08%2Fentertainment%2Fgallery%2Fbest-photos-tony-awards-2025">2025 Tony Awards</a> to mark the musical's 10-year anniversary.
The original Broadway cast of “Hamilton” reunite at the 2025 Tony Awards to mark the musical's 10-year anniversary.
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