"People just want to pit us Broadway gals against each other, and I think it’s sad," the "Oh, Mary!" actor said.

Escola was in the press room as Scherzinger won her award, prompting the comedian and "Oh, Mary!" star to joke about the "Sunset Blvd." actress.

The two-time Tony winner reacted to the one-time Tony winner, who paid homage to Peters with their ensemble on Sunday.