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Cheyenne Jackson

Birth Place: Newport, WA, USA

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Emmy and Grammy nominated Cheyenne Jackson is currently starring on “Call Me Kat” opposite Mayim Bialik and Leslie Jordan currently in its third hit season. Recent credits include HBO’s “The Watchmen,” Apple TV’s “The Morning Show” and he will next be seen opposite Cate Blanchett, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jack Black & Kevin Hart in the film Borderlands from Lionsgate based on the video game. Other recent credits include HBO MAX’s “Equal,” PEACOCK’s “Saved by the Bell” reboot, and Kenny Ortega’s hit series, NETFLIX’s “Julie and the Phantoms.”



Films: Descendants 3, Academy Award-nominated United 93, Behind the Candelabra, The Green, Price Check, Lola Versus, Love is Strange, Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks, Mutual Friends, Opening Night, Beautiful Now, Day Out of Days and Hello Again, as well as 2021’s hit Werewolves Within.

On television, Jackson appeared in four seasons of Ryan Murphy’s award-winning horror anthology, “American Horror Story,” “American Woman,” “30 Rock” and “Glee.” Additional television credits include “The Family Practice,” “Life on Mars,” “Ugly Betty,” “It Takes a Village,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Local Talent,” “HR” and “Law & Order.” On and Off-Broadway, Jackson has starred in The Performers, The Most Happy Fella, 8, Finian’s Rainbow, Damn Yankees, Xanadu, AIDA, The Agony and the Agony, and All Shook Up. Additionally, he was part of the premiere cast of Altar Boyz, and made his Broadway debut in Thoroughly Modern Millie.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival Production, 2024
Sir Harry

[Los Angeles]
Hollywood Bowl Revival, 2019
Wolf

Cinderella's Prince

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Productions Concert, 2016
Dr. Neville Craven

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2014
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Woody Mahoney

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Summer Stars Revival, 2008
Joe Hardy

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Sonny

[Los Angeles]
Reprise! Concert, 2007
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 2006
Sonny

[Broadway]
Special Benefit Production, 2005
Kevin

[Broadway]
Actors’ Fund Concert, 2005
Performer

'Life is Like a Train'' Porter

[New York]
Reading, 2005
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Chad

[New York]
World Premiere, 2004
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 2003
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Ensemble [Replacement]

Dishwasher [Replacement]

Ensemble [Replacement]

Mr. Trevor Graydon (Understudy) [Replacement]

Jimmy Smith (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Radames (Standby) [Replacement]


Movies

United 93
[ 2006 ] Mark Bingham
Hysteria
[ 2010 ] Scott
The Green
[ 2011 ] Daniel
Price Check
[ 2012 ] Ernie
Lola Versus
[ 2012 ] Roger
Behind the Candelabra
[ 2013 ] Billy Leatherwood
Mutual Friends
[ 2013 ] Christoph
The One I Wrote for You
[ 2014 ] Ben Cantor
Lucky Stiff
[ 2014 ] MC
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
[ 2014 ] Michael Minetti
Love Is Strange
[ 2014 ] Ted
A Beautiful Now
[ 2015 ] David
Day Out of Days
[ 2015 ] Phil
Opening Night
[ 2016 ] Eli Faisel
Bear with Us
[ 2016 ] Hudson
Splitting Image
[ 2017 ] Marcus
Hello Again
[ 2017 ] Robert
Hurricane Bianca: From Russia with Hate
[ 2018 ] Boris
Werewolves Within
[ 2021 ] Devon Wolfson

TV Shows

30 Rock
Danny Baker
American Horror Story
Will Drake, Dr. Rudy Vincent, John Henry Moore
Call Me Kat
Max
Glee
Dustin Goolsby

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Cheyenne Jackson, Finian's Rainbow

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Cheyenne Jackson, Xanadu

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Cheyenne Jackson, All Shook Up


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2005 - Performance

Cheyenne Jackson, All Shook Up

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News


Bradley Riches, Amber Davies & Claudia Kariuki Join Scott Alan Live At Cadogan Hall

Bradley Riches, Amber Davies, and Claudia Kariuki will join Amy di Bartolemeo, Oliver Tompsett, and Stuart Matthew Price as guest vocalists for internationally acclaimed songwriter SCOTT ALAN live at Cadogan Hall.
Max von Essen To Perform With The New York Pops At Carnegie Hall In November

Max von Essen will perform with The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall on November 15, 2024. The concert will feature a selection of Broadway hits and classic tunes, showcasing von Essen's vocal talents.
44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL Makes Philadelphia Premiere This Month

The acclaimed musical comedy 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL (As Told Through the Hazy Recollection of Joe Biden), premieres in Philadelphia starting October 29th, bringing humor to politics in the thick of election season.
Interview: Cheyenne Jackson Performs SIGNS OF LIFE at The Hobby Center

I mean, my influences growing up? I went through a phase of everything was jazz! And it had to be old-school jazz! When I was about twelve or thirteen, I went to a yard sale. I found this CD. It was actually a tape. Billie Holiday, Lena Horn, Sarah Vaughn, Ella Fitzgerald. I'd never heard of any of them, and I just poured over it and studied the nuances of their voices.
Goerge Salazar, Ryan J. Haddad and More Join LA CAGE AUX FOLLES At Pasadena Playhouse

Pasadena Playhouse announced the full cast for its upcoming production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES.
Video: Jane Krakowski Sings DAMN YANKEES With Cheyenne Jackson

Cheyenne Jackson was reunited with his 'forever leading lady' Jane Krakowski for the sixth night of his 54 Below residency over the weekend. The pair starred in the 2008 Encores! production of Damn Yankees, with Jackson as Joe Hardy and Krakowski as Lola. Watch a video of them singing 'Two Lost Souls' backstage at 54 Below.
Review: Cheyenne Jackson's SIGNS OF LIFE at 54 Below Is Utter Perfection

Cheyenne Jackson is laying himself bare on stage at 54 Below, nightly through Sunday September 29 with his hilarious new show Signs of Life. Jackson weaves stories and confessions about his life in between songs. At each show, he'll be joined by a different guest. The rest of the run is almost sold out – so make sure to get your tickets now.
PHOTOS: Cheyenne Jackson Brings SIGNS OF LIFE to 54 Below

See photos from Cheyenne Jackson’s second performance of SIGNS OF LIFE at 54 Below with special guest Abby Mueller. Cheyenne can sing anything, earning him well-deserved standing ovations. We all look forward to the canon of music he will continue to bring to 54 Below. Enjoy my photos and know that you can see him until September 29th.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " Sept. 23 to Sept. 29, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Cheyenne Jackson's Signs of Life, musical comedy and John Cameron Mitchell
Interview: Cheyenne Jackson Is Back at 54 Below a with Personal, Hilarious New Show

Emmy- and Grammy-nominated performer Cheyenne Jackson (30 ROCK, AMERICAN HORROR STORY) is back at 54 Below with his new show, Signs of Life. The show begins its run tonight and continues nightly through Sunday 9/29. His new show is a musical meditation on art, love, fatherhood, and the cosmic twists that have shaped his remarkable path.
See Cheyenne Jackson & More Next Week at 54 Below

Next week 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Learn more about the performers and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside the Premiere of MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY

On Monday, September 16, 2024, Netflix celebrated the world premiere of the highly anticipated MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY ahead of its launch on Thursday, September 19. The cast and crew took the red carpet at The Egyptian Theater in Los Angeles. Take a look at the photos here!
Video: ABC Shares DOCTOR ODYSSEY Trailer; More Guest Stars Revealed

ABC has released the official trailer for Doctor Odyssey, the upcoming Ryan Murphy medical procedural featuring Joshua Jackson and Phillipa Soo. The trailer also more casting for the series including Shania Twain, John Stamos, Cheyenne Jackson, and more.
Rob Houchen, Lucie Jones, Oliver Tompsett, and More to Join Scott Alan Live at Cadogan Hall

Special guest vocalists Rob Houchen, Christine Alladoo, Amy di Bartolemeo, Oliver Tompsett, Lucie Jones, and Stuart Matthew Price will join internationally acclaimed songwriter SCOTT ALAN live at Cadogan Hall on Sunday 10 November 2024 at 6.30PM.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to THE GREEN ROOM 42 on September 23, 2024, featuring Broadway understudies and standbys showcasing their talents. Join for an evening of performances from emerging stars.AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from The Outsiders; Hell's Kitchen; Suffs, Once Upon A Mattress; Cats: “The Jelicle Ball”; The Wiz; and Shucked.
Monthly BIRTHDAY SALUTE to a Major Cabaret Figure

A major, long-time cabaret figure gets our monthly birthday Tribute. How many hints will you need to know who it is?
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL National Tour Reunion & More at 54 Below Next Month

54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
J. Harrison Ghee, Jane Krakowski and More To Join Cheyenne Jackson At 54 Below

54 BELOW will welcome back star of stage and screen Cheyenne Jackson on September 23-29 at 8pm and some exciting Broadway guests will be joining him!
Cheyenne Jackson, RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Stars to Headline Gay Days at Disneyland

The twenty-sixth Annual Gay Days at Disneyland are set to take place Friday, September 13 to Sunday, September 15. Cheyenne Jackson, Jackie Cox, Raven, Chad Michaels and Morgan McMichaels will all perform at the event.
Costume Designers Guild Awards Details Awards Date, Timeline & Location

The awards date, timeline and location have been announced for the 27th CDG Awards. The CDGA ceremony, celebrating excellence in film, television, short form costume design, and costume illustration, will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at the Ebell of Los Angeles. Nominations will be announced on Friday, December 13, 2025.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Cheyenne Jackson been in?

Cheyenne Jackson has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Cheyenne Jackson been in?

Cheyenne Jackson has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Cheyenne Jackson been nominated for?

Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Finian's Rainbow, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Xanadu, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for All Shook Up and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for All Shook Up.

What awards has Cheyenne Jackson won?

Cheyenne Jackson has won a Theatre World Award for his performance in All Shook Up.

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