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Jesse Wesley Williams (born August 5, 1981) is an American actor, director, producer and activist. He played Dr. Jackson Avery on the ABC medical drama Grey's Anatomy (2009–2021, 2022). He has also appeared in films such as The Cabin in the Woods (2012) and The Butler (2013). He provided voice acting and motion capture for Markus in the video game Detroit: Become Human (2018).



He served as an executive producer of the Academy Award-winning short, Two Distant Strangers (2020), and the Tony Award-winning revival of Take Me Out (2022). He also acted in the latter and was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play.

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STAGE CREDITS

Take Me Out Take Me Out
[Broadway]
Broadway Return Engagement, 2022
Darren Lemming
Take Me Out Take Me Out
[Broadway]
Second Stage Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Darren Lemming

Movies

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2
[ 2008 ] Leo
Brooklyn's Finest
[ 2009 ] Eddie Quinlan
The Cabin in the Woods
[ 2011 ] Holden
Snake & Mongoose
[ 2013 ] Don 'The Snake' Prudhomme
The Butler
[ 2013 ] James Lawson
They Die by Dawn
[ 2013 ] John Taylor
Money
[ 2016 ] Sean
Band Aid
[ 2017 ] Skyler
Selah and the Spades
[ 2019 ] Headmter Banton
Jacob's Ladder
[ 2019 ] IsaacIkeSinger
Random Acts of Violence
[ 2019 ] Todd
Secret Headquarters
[ 2022 ] Irons
Your Place or Mine
[ 2023 ] Theo
The Great Lillian Hall
[ 2024 ] David Flemming

TV Shows

Grey's Anatomy
Dr. Jackson Avery
Grey's Anatomy
[ 2009-2024 ] Dr. Jackson Avery

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The play Liberation which is currently playing at Roundabout’s Laura Pels Theatre off-Broadway features nudity. How often do plays and musicals feature nudity on stage? We're breaking it down!
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by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2025

The Jazz Composers Alliance will present a program of challenging contemporary jazz performed by the 21-piece JCA Orchestra on Wednesday, April 30 at Regattabar, 1 Bennett St., Cambridge.
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by Josh Sharpe - Jan 21, 2025

BroadwayWorld has put together a list of ten films about theater for those seeking a taste of Broadway drama (or comedy). Take a look at the list here and happy watching!
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by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

On Wednesday, November 20th, Meryl Streep hosted a screening of Emilia Pérez and moderated a conversation with Selena Gomez at San Vicente Bungalows in Los Angeles. Take a look at the photos from the event here!
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by Josh Sharpe - Nov 20, 2024

Danielle Deadwyler, John David Washington, Denzel Washington, and more attended the Los Angeles premiere of The Piano Lesson. Take a look at photos from the LA premiere here.
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by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2024

Emily in Paris star and Broadway performer Ashley Park sat down with Jesse Tyler Ferguson for the latest episode of his Dinner's on Me podcast. In the episode, the two Broadway alums discuss various aspects of Parks' multi-faceted career, including her time on Broadway, co-starring together in the play Grand Horizons at Williamstown Theatre Festival, and working with Meryl Streep.
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Every Broadway Person in ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2024

Just in time for the fourth season, we compiled a list of the Broadway stars that appear across the first three seasons- and announced cast for the fourth- and how you might know them on the stage.
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Schmackary's Death Rattle Red Velvet Cookies
by Marina Kennedy - Aug 23, 2024

Last season’s 'Only Murders in the Building' featured a star-studded cast. But the season MVP wasn’t Meryl Streep or Jesse Williams – it was Schmackary's Death Rattle Red Velvet Cookies!
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Bette Midler, Jesse Williams, and More Invite You to See SING SING for Free
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2024

From August 22-28, viewers have the chance to see Sing Sing for free. According to Variety, AMC has partnered with A24, along with several high-profile celebrities, to provide free screenings of the new drama, which stars Colman Domingo.
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by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2024

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of SATCHEL PAIGE AND THE KANSAS CITY SWING on September 9.
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by - Jul 30, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
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by Josh Sharpe - Jul 29, 2024

In Season 3 of Only Murders in the Building, Jesse Williams played the fan-favorite character of Tobert who also served as the love interest of Selena Gomez's Mabel. In a new interview, the actor has confirmed that he won't return for the new season, which premieres on Hulu next month.
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by Josh Sharpe - Jun 4, 2024

The murder-solving trio of the hit series Only Murders in the Building appeared on Good Morning America during a break from filming the highly anticipated upcoming season.
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by Josh Sharpe - May 30, 2024

For the first time in its 22-year history, the Disney Television Discovers: Talent Showcase will debut an ensemble piece – “D-DAY: An Original Workplace Comedy” – born out of ABC Casting’s continued commitment for rising artists to be discovered, nurtured and celebrated.
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by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024

The upcoming film The Great Lillian Hall with Tony Award nominee Jessica Lange will debut Friday, May 31 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. See the trailer for the film!
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by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2024

The trio is going to Hollywood! Hulu has just released the first trailer for the upcoming fourth season of the hit comedy Only Murders in the Building, which stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. In the new season, the characters will spend some time in Los Angeles as an in-universe movie based on the podcast is being developed.
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THE GREAT LILLIAN HALL Starring Jessica Lange to Premiere on HBO This Month
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2024

The upcoming film The Great Lillian Hall with Tony Award nominee Jessica Lange will debut Friday, May 31 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. As beloved Broadway star Lillian Hall (Lange) pours her heart, soul, and time into preparing for her next big role, she finds herself blindsided by confusion and forgetfulness. Battling against all odds to make it to opening night, while holding on to her fading memories and identity, she must navigate a tumultuous emotional journey – balancing her desire for the spotlight and the stark demands of the real world.
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Video: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Talks Podcast on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 18, 2024

Jesse Tyler Ferguson joined Live with Kelly and Mark on Thursday to discuss his podcast Dinner's On Me, where he takes celebrities out for dinner and a conversation. One of the unique things about Ferguson's podcast is that it isn't a controlled environment, he says. He went on to talk about specific accommodations for guests and a dream guest that he wants to appear on the podcast. Watch the interview here!
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Richard Kind, Daphne Rubin-Vega and Jin Ha Join Season 4 of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2024

It was announced today that more actors have joined the fan-favorite Hulu series, Only Murders in the Building. Actors Richard Kind, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Catherine Cohen, and Jin Ha have been cast in the upcoming fouth season, all in recurring roles. They join the previously announced new cast members Molly Shannon, Eva Longoria, Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis, Desmin Borges, Siena Werber and Lilian Rebelo. 
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jesse Williams been in?

Jesse Williams has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Jesse Williams been in?

Jesse Williams has not appeared in the West End.

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