Liza Minnelli to debut in ‘Smash’ on NBC

The legendary Liza Minnelli epitomizes Broadway flash and pop – and now she’ll sing and dance her way across the small screen in “Smash.�

NBC announced Tuesday that Minnelli -- already a Tony, Oscar, Emmy, Golden Globe and Grammy winner –- will appear as herself in an episode of “Smash.� The show returns for a second season in early February. Minnelli’s episode, “The Surprise Party,� will air later in the spring.

Minnelli, daughter of actress Judy Garland and film director Vincente Minnelli, will sing an original song in her “Smash� debut with Christian Borle (who plays Tom on the show).

The iconic performer played Sally Bowles in the 1972 film adaptation of Broadway’s “Cabaret�; the role earned her an Academy Award for best actress.

In a statement, NBC Chairman Robert Greenblatt called Minnelli “the essence of a multi-talented, singular show business sensation, particularly for her extraordinary contributions to Broadway.�

“What could be more fitting than to have her legendary talent on a show that celebrates a world Liza has dazzled for decades?� Greenblatt said. “I had the pleasure of working with Liza when we restored her landmark television special ‘Liza With a Z’ at Showtime, and to see her artistry up close and personal is a thing to behold.�

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