Nicole Scherzinger calls the role in “Sunset Boulevard” her “childhood dream” fulfilled

Nicole Scherzinger reflected on what her vibrant role in “Sunset Boulevard” means to her on the musical's opening night on Broadway.

“I believe that God has a plan for all of us – a plan and a purpose,” Scherzinger wrote in a heartfelt Instagram post he shared on Sunday. “I think you just have to listen to the whispers of your heart and trust them.”

“I now understand that this show and telling Norma's story was God's divine plan for me all along,” she continued. “There was a purpose behind all the patience, pain and setbacks that have been scattered throughout the beauty of my life so far.”

Scherzinger added: “Tonight I am fulfilling my childhood dream. It’s the opening night of my Broadway debut at Sunset Boulevard.”

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The former Pussycat Dolls singer's post included photos of her from the show as well as references to lyrics from the musical, which is a reimagining of director Jamie Lloyd's interpretation of Andrew Lloyd Webber.

“It's funny how God brings you back to your roots and the original desire he put in your heart. For me, it all started with theater,” she said. “It is a great honor to be on stage with this brave and beautiful cast, crew and creative minds.”

Scherzinger ended her post by quoting one of the most memorable lines from “Sunset Boulevard,” writing, “I’M READY FOR MY CLOSE-UP.”

“Sunset Boulevard” is based on the 1950 Billy Wilder film of the same name starring Gloria Swanson as Norma Desmond. Patti LuPone and Glenn Close previously played Norma, the series' lead actress, on stage.

Scherzinger has already won a Laurence Olivier Award for her version of “Norma” in London's West End, and her Broadway performance made a big splash at the Tony Awards.