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BIO

Fenholt was an American singer best known for his performance as the title character in the original Broadway theatre adaptation of Jesus Christ Superstar. In later years, Fenholt would gain notoriety as a Christian evangelist and singer, as well as controversy over his involvement with the English heavy metal band Black Sabbath.



Fenholt grew up in Ohio and went to school in Columbus. He was involved with a number of rock bands and performed at various school functions. Fenholt got his first Top 40 hit, ("Billboard Top 100") recording, "Goin' Too Far", with the band The Fifth Order when he was 14. He toured extensively while he was in high school. Fenholt attended Ohio State University for two years on a music scholarship, and later earned his B.A. in music at The School of Bible Theology University in San Jacinto, California.

Fenholt was cast as Jesus in the title role in the Original Broadway Production of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Mark Hellinger Theatre. Jesus Christ Superstar sold in excess of 12 million albums. Future JCS legends Carl Anderson (singer) and Yvonne Elliman toured alongside Fenholt on the World Premier JCS World Tour as Judas and Mary Magdalene, respectively.

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1971
Jesus of Nazareth


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VIDEO: The Shows Must Go On! Continues with JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR- Watch Now!

Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Shows Must Go On! continues this week with Jesus Christ Superstar Live Stage Show starring Tim Minchin, Mel C and Chris Moyles, airing today, April 10 (2pm EST) for 48 hours only.
BWW Flashback: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Takes Bows at the Neil Simon Theatre in 2012

Below, we're counting down to the Jesus-filled weekend by taking you deep into the archives of BroadwayWorld photographer Walter McBride. Check out these shots of now Broadway favorites Paul Alexander Nolan, Josh Young and Chilina Kennedy as they make their Broadway debuts in the 2012 revival of Jesus Christ Superstar!
BWW Flashback: Get Ready for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Weekend with Just Judases

Below, we're counting down to the Jesus-filled weekend with a look back at notable Judases, from Broadway to London and everywhere in between! Which version of 'Heaven on Their Minds' is your favorite?
BWW Flashback: Watch John Legend, Sara Bareilles & Brandon Victor Dixon Get Ready for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR in 2018

Everything's alright, because we've got the buzz on what's a happenin' this weekend, and it's Jesus Christ Superstar. 
NBC to Air JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE on April 12

NBC has announced that it will air Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert starring John Legend and Sara Bareilles on Sunday, April 12!
Original JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Star Jeff Fenholt Passes Away at 68

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway veteran Jeff Fenholt passed away yesterday, September 10, at the age of 68. His son, Tristan, wrote on Facebook: 'Yesterday, my dad- Jeff Fenholt- went home to be with the Lord. Like all of us, he was not a perfect man, but he knew the perfect Savior (Jesus), and loved to share the gospel with as many people as possible. His music and ministry literally touched the lives of hundreds of thousands of people.'
What's the Buzz? JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE Takes Home Five Emmys!

NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert has won an five Emmys during the 2018 Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Sunday night.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE Wins an Emmy for Outstanding Technical Direction, Camerawork, Video Control

NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert has won an Emmy for Outstanding Technical Direction, Camerawork, Video Control For A Limited Series, Movie Or Special during the 2018 Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE Wins Emmy for Outstanding Live Variety Special!

NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert has won an Emmy for Outstanding Variety Special (Live) during the 2018 Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE Wins Outstanding Sound Mixing Emmy

NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert has won an Emmy for Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Variety Series Or Special during the 2018 Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE Wins Emmy for Lighting Design/Lighting Direction

NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert has won an Emmy for Outstanding Lighting Design/Lighting Direction For A Variety Special during the 2018 Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE Wins Outstanding Production Design Emmy

NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert has won an Emmy for Outstanding Directing For A Limited Series, Movie Or Dramatic Special during the 2018 Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Tim Rice, and John Legend Could EGOT With A JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Emmy Win

With news of the nominations, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Time Rice, and John Legend are all just one Emmy win away from becoming EGOT-ers - a term reserved for those who have won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and a Tony Award. He served as an executive producer of Jesus Christ Superstar.
VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber and the Cast of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE Chat the Success of the Event on TODAY

TODAY's Hoda Kotb sat down with John Legend, Sara Bareilles, Brandon Victor Dixon and composer Andrew Lloyd Webber to talk about their live performance of "Jesus Christ Supertar Live in Concert," which attracted more than 10 million viewers. Webber says he's "never been so proud of 'Superstar' in his life," which Legend calls "the best compliment we could get' on TODAY. Watch the clip below!
VIDEO: Craig Zadan and Neil Meron on JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, the Future of Live Musicals, and More

TV, film, and theatre producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron have had a big year, having brought one of the most cherished Broadway musicals to living rooms everywhere this spring. Now they are talking all about how they made Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert happen in Deadline's latest edition of Behind the Lens. 
Exclusive: Sara Bareilles, Brandon Victor Dixon, and John Legend on JESUS CHRIST SUPTERSTAR And More!

BroadwayWorld correspondent Maeve Riley caught up with the cast of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at their FYC Event in Los Angeles, CA! Let's see what the cast had to say!
VIDEO: Watch Sara Bareilles Perform I DON'T KNOW HOW TO LOVE HIM from JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE's Emmy Campaign Event

Sara Bareilles and Andrew Lloyd Webber team up for an intimate performance of 'I Don't Know How to Love Him' from NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert.
Photo Flash: Sara Bareilles and Brandon Victor Dixon Host JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE! Screening and Q&A

"Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert" stars Sara Bareilles and Brandon Victor Dixon hosted a screening and Q&A as part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's "Conversations" series on Wednesday, April 18 at the Robin Williams Center for Entertainment and Media in New York City.  The Q&A was moderated by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge. Check out photos from the event below!
Backstage with Richard Ridge: Their Side of SUPERSTAR- Sara Bareilles and Brandon Victor Dixon Reveal Backstage Secrets from NBC's Hit Broadcast!

NBC was certainly rejoicing with 'Hallelujahs!' following the live broadcast of Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert, when almost ten million viewers tuned in on Easter Sunday. Now, almost three weeks after the momentous night, Judas and Mary reunite!
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE Leads NBC To Sunday Night Win with 9.6 Million Viewers in Latest Ratings

Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert has scored a 6.0 rating, 10 share in household results from Nielsen's 56 metered markets from 8-10:15 p.m. ET.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jeff Fenholt been in?

Jeff Fenholt has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

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Jeff Fenholt has not appeared in the West End.

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