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Lea Michele

LEA MICHELE is an award-winning actress, singer, and New York Times bestselling author, best known for her iconic role as Rachel Berry on the critically acclaimed, Golden Globe- and SAG Award-winning series “Glee. ” In 2010, she received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress – Television Comedy.

Date of Birth: August 29, 1986 (40)

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BIO

LEA MICHELE is an award-winning actress, singer, and New York Times bestselling author, best known for her iconic role as Rachel Berry on the critically acclaimed, Golden Globe- and SAG Award-winning series “Glee.” In 2010, she received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress – Television Comedy. That same year, she was recognized in TIME’s 100 Most Influential People List for her incredible performance. From September 2022 to September 2023, Michele took on her dream role, starring as Fanny Brice in the Broadway revival of Funny Girl. Her performance earned rave reviews and broke multiple box office records. Her success in this role led to her inclusion in TIME’s 100 list in 2023. Michele performed at the Time 100 Gala, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and the 2023 Tony Awards, where she performed the iconic “Don’t Rain on My Parade.” In October 2023, she made her Carnegie Hall debut, selling out the Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage in New York City as she performed some of her most beloved songs. Michele’s Broadway journey began at age 8 as Young Cosette in Les Misérables, followed by the original Broadway cast of Ragtime. She later played Shprintze in the 20th anniversary revival of Fiddler on the Roof. Her performance as Wendla in the Tony Award-winning Spring Awakening earned her a Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Actress in a Musical. The show also received a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album. In 2021, Michele reunited with her Spring Awakening cast for a special one-night-only concert, captured in the HBO documentary “Spring Awakening: Those You’ve Known.” Other television and film credits include “Scream Queens,” “The Mayor,” New Year’s Eve, Same Time, Next Christmas, and Legends of Oz: Dorothy’s Return. Beyond acting, Michele’s passion for music has defined her career. She has had the honor of performing at the White House for President Barack Obama, and took the stage at a major Democratic fundraiser attended by Presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama, and Bill Clinton. Michele has also delivered a powerful performance at the Super Bowl, released four albums, and embarked on international tours, captivating audiences around the world. In 2014, Michele became a bestselling author with her debut book, Brunette Ambition, followed by You First in 2015. With over 10 million social media followers, she is a prominent figure in fashion, beauty, and wellness. Michele is repped by Untitled and WME.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
2025
Florence Vassey
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Fanny Brice [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2006
Wendla
[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 2006
Eponine (Alternate) [Replacement]
[New York]
New York Musical Theatre Festival Production, 2006
Naleen
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2006
Wendla
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2004
Shprintze, Chava (Understudy)
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
The Little Girl
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Young Cosette (Alternate) [Replacement], Young Eponine (Alternate) [Replacement], Gavroche (Understudy) [Replacement]
[New York]
Workshop, 2001
Wendla

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Movies

Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return
[ 2013 ] Dorothy

TV Shows

Glee
Rachel Berry, Tina Cohen-Chang
Scream Queens
Hester Ulrich
The Mayor
Valentina Barella

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical (tie)

Lea Michele, Spring Awakening

Videos

News

Video: GLEE Co-Stars Darren Criss and Chris Colfer Reunite to Perform 'Baby It's Cold Outside'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2026

It was a Glee reunion on stage at Darren Criss' one-night-only concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London, as he was reunited on stage with co-star Chris Colfer to perform 'Baby It's Cold Outside.' Watch the video here!
Exclusive: Opening MEMOIRS OF AMOROUS GENTLEMEN Without Duncan Sheik Was ‘Uncharted Territory’
by Michael Gioia - Oct 17, 2026

Director Rob Ashford and music supervisor Or Matias exclusively tell BroadwayWorld how they are keeping Duncan Sheik’s legacy alive in 'Memoirs of Amorous Gentlemen.'
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 14, 2026 - MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Begins Rehearsals for Broadway and More
by - Oct 14, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 14, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
CHESS Is Now Available at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 13, 2026

The Tony-nominated 2025 revival of Chess, starring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, and Nicholas Christopher, is now available at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT).
George Abud and Lilli Cooper Join SPRING AWAKENING Off-Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026

Emmy Award winner George Abud and Tony Award nominee Lilli Cooper join the cast of the Tony Award-winning musical SPRING AWAKENING. Cooper returns to the production nearly two decades after originating a role in the original Broadway production.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 8, 2026- Rosie O'Donnell Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW and More
by - Oct 8, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 8, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Emmy Winners Uzo Aduba and Tyne Daly Guest Star in ELSBETH Season 4
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2026

Uzo Aduba, Tyne Daly and Christine Ebersole have joined the Season 4 cast of the CBS crime drama Elsbeth. The fourth season of the spinoff based on “The Good Wife” and “The Good Fight” will premiere on CBS in October.
Broadway Dreams to Honor Lea Michele and Rachel Hoffman at 20th Anniversary Gala
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026

Broadway Dreams will celebrate its landmark 20th Anniversary with Night of 100 Stars: The Broadway Dreams 20th Anniversary Gala, honoring actress and singer Lea Michele and casting director Rachel Hoffman.
Chris Colfer Says He 'Knows Nothing' About Potential GLEE Reboot
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026

Amidst the flurry of news that a Glee reboot may be on the horizon, Chris Colfer, who played Kurt Hummel in the original series, shared that he has not yet been approached.
Nicholas Christopher Will Play Bobby Darin in JUST IN TIME on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026

Tony nominee Nicholas Christopher will join the cast of the record-breaking musical JUST IN TIME as Bobby Darin at Circle in the Square Theatre, following his acclaimed turn in last season's CHESS.
SPRING AWAKENING Off-Broadway Revival Extends Through April
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2026

Spring Awakening has extended its Off-Broadway run through April 4, 2027, with tickets for the additional performances going on sale October 8.
Photos/Video:Broadway Flea Market Raises $1.48M for Broadway Cares
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026

The 40th annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction moved indoors to Hammerstein Ballroom and raised $1,487,927 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Check out photos and video here.
MCC Theater’s MISCAST27 Set for April 2027
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2026

MCC Theater’s annual MISCAST benefit concert returns April 12, 2027, with Broadway performers singing songs from roles they would not traditionally be cast to play.
Ryan Murphy Has Finished Writing a GLEE Reboot Script
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026

Ryan Murphy has shared that he completed the script for a reboot of Glee, and that original cast members are 'enthusiastic' about the idea. Watch the clip here.
Beyond Spring Awakening: Remembering Duncan Sheik’s Remarkable Musical Legacy
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Sep 27, 2026

On September 17th, we lost Duncan Sheik, a major composer and influence on 21st century theatre, whose music for Spring Awakening pushed the art form forward. Sheik was impressively prolific. While the headline of his theatre career may be the impactful Spring Awakening, his career was filled with over a dozen other varied and worthwhile theatrical projects, in addition to his achievements in popular music. He wrote music and sometimes lyrics for an impressive slate of musicals in addition to composing music for plays, and amassed a notable collective of collaborators on his many shows. 
Exclusive: Steven Sater Gave Update on Musical NERO With Duncan Sheik 2 Weeks Before His Death
by Michael Gioia - Sep 19, 2026

Duncan Sheik’s frequent collaborator Steven Sater spoke with BroadwayWorld about their musical 'Nero,' which is scheduled to open this fall in London, less than three weeks before the songwriter died at age 56. 
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 21, 2026- Jennifer Simard Joins SCHMIGADOON! and More
by - Sep 21, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Lea Michele, Steven Sater & More Pay Tribute to Duncan Sheik
by Michael Major - Sep 18, 2026

Tributes have started to pour in for Tony Award winner Duncan Sheik, who tragically passed away on Thursday. Lea Michele, Steven Sater, Kathryn Gallagher, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and more honored the late composer.
Duncan Sheik, Spring Awakening Composer, Dies at 56
by Rachel Stone - Sep 18, 2026

Duncan Sheik, Tony-winning composer of Spring Awakening, has died at 56 from organ failure. Read about his life and legacy in musical theater.
Lea Michele Joins ELSBETH Season 4 on CBS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2026

Lea Michele is heading to CBS! The Funny Girl star joins ELSBETH's fourth season as Darcy Miles, a Pilates trainer with a wild streak. Details here.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lea Michele been in?

Lea Michele has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Lea Michele been in?

Lea Michele has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lea Michele been nominated for?

and Outstanding Actress in a Musical (tie) (Drama Desk Awards) for Spring Awakening.

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