Jane Krakowski will no longer star in “Annie Live!” after catching a breakthrough COVID-19 case.
The “30 Rock” star was working on a separate project in Ireland when she caught the virus, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Megan Hilty will take over her role as Lily St. Regis in the NBC special on Dec. 2.
Krakowski is vaccinated against the disease but tested positive as part of a routine process, People magazine reported.
“She’s recovering safely and she wishes ‘Annie’ the best,” a source told People.
Hilty, a Tony-award nominee and “Smash” star, said she was “beyond thrilled” to join the “Annie” cast.
“I wish Jane the speediest of recoveries and hope to do her proud!” Hilty told People.
The all-star cast includes newcomer Celina Smith in the titular role, Taraji P. Henson as Miss Hannigan, Emmy and Grammy winner Harry Connick Jr. as Daddy Warbucks, Nicole Scherzinger as Grace and Tituss Burgess as Rooster.
