Taye Diggs
Birth Place: Rochester, NY, USA
Latest News on Taye Diggs:
Exclusive: Taye Diggs Reflects on Career and Judging Role on SECOND CHANCE STAGE (Nov 29, 2024)
Photos: Taye Diggs and Misty Copeland Visit SUNSET BOULEVARD (Nov 25, 2024)
10 Facts The Only WICKED Super-Fans Know (Nov 22, 2024)
Exclusive: Taye Diggs Reflects on Career and Judging Role on SECOND CHANCE STAGE (Nov 29, 2024)
Photos: Taye Diggs and Misty Copeland Visit SUNSET BOULEVARD (Nov 25, 2024)
10 Facts The Only WICKED Super-Fans Know (Nov 22, 2024)
BIO
He is known for his roles in the Broadway musicals Rent and Hedwig and the Angry Inch, the TV series Private Practice (2007–2013), Murder in the First (2014–2016), and All American (2018–2023), and the films How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998), Brown Sugar, Chicago (both 2002), Malibu's Most Wanted (2003), Dylan Dog: Dead of Night (2011), and The Best Man (1999) and its sequel, The Best Man Holiday (2013).
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1994
Ensemble/Other Roles
Cyrus Hamlin
Policeman
Jigger Craigin (Understudy)
Movies
How Stella Got Her Groove Back
[ 1998 ] Winston Shakespeare
[ 1998 ] Winston Shakespeare
House on Haunted Hill
[ 1999 ] Eddie
[ 1999 ] Eddie
The Best Man
[ 1999 ] Harper Stewart
[ 1999 ] Harper Stewart
Go
[ 1999 ] Marcus
[ 1999 ] Marcus
The Wood
[ 1999 ] Roland
[ 1999 ] Roland
The Way of the Gun
[ 2000 ] Jeffers
[ 2000 ] Jeffers
Brown Sugar
[ 2002 ] Andre RomulusDreEllis
[ 2002 ] Andre RomulusDreEllis
Chicago
[ 2002 ] Bandleader
[ 2002 ] Bandleader
Equilibrium
[ 2002 ] Brandt
[ 2002 ] Brandt
New Best Friend
[ 2002 ] Sheriff Artie Bonner
[ 2002 ] Sheriff Artie Bonner
Basic
[ 2003 ] Pike
[ 2003 ] Pike
Malibu's Most Wanted
[ 2003 ] Sean James
[ 2003 ] Sean James
Drum
[ 2004 ] Henry Nxumalo
[ 2004 ] Henry Nxumalo
Rent
[ 2005 ] Benjamin Coffin III
[ 2005 ] Benjamin Coffin III
Cake
[ 2005 ] Hemingway Jones
[ 2005 ] Hemingway Jones
Slow Burn
[ 2005 ] Jeffrey Sykes
[ 2005 ] Jeffrey Sykes
30 Days
[ 2006 ] Jamal Boy
[ 2006 ] Jamal Boy
Days of Wrath
[ 2008 ] Steve Laredo
[ 2008 ] Steve Laredo
Dylan Dog: Dead of Night
[ 2010 ] Varg
[ 2010 ] Varg
Between Us
[ 2012 ] Carlo
[ 2012 ] Carlo
The Best Man Holiday
[ 2013 ] Harper
[ 2013 ] Harper
Baggage Claim
[ 2013 ] Langston
[ 2013 ] Langston
Larry Gaye: Renegade Male Flight Attendant
[ 2015 ] Rta Cab Driver
[ 2015 ] Rta Cab Driver
Opening Night
[ 2016 ] Malcolm
[ 2016 ] Malcolm
Til Death Do Us Part
[ 2017 ] Alex Stone
[ 2017 ] Alex Stone
My Little Pony: The Movie
[ 2017 ] Capper
[ 2017 ] Capper
River Runs Red
[ 2018 ] Charles Coleman, Sr.
[ 2018 ] Charles Coleman, Sr.
Set It Up
[ 2018 ] Rick
[ 2018 ] Rick
Incarnation
[ 2022 ] Brad
[ 2022 ] Brad
TV Shows
Ada Twist, Scientist
Dad Twist
Dad Twist
All American
Billy Baker
Billy Baker
Day Break
Detective Brett Hopper
Detective Brett Hopper
Doc McStuffins
Dress Up Declan, Declan
Dress Up Declan, Declan
Empire
Angelo Dubois
Angelo Dubois
Grey's Anatomy
Dr. Sam Bennett
Dr. Sam Bennett
Kevin Hill
Kevin Hill
Kevin Hill
Murder in the First
Terry English
Terry English
Private Practice
Dr. Sam Bennett
Dr. Sam Bennett
Rosewood
Dr. Mike Boyce
Dr. Mike Boyce
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Taye Diggs, The Wild Party
Videos
Video: Watch Pentatonix & Jennifer Hudson Perform 'How Great Thou Art'
by Michael Major - Oct 16, 2023
VIDEO: Taye Diggs & Jennifer Hudson Discuss Their RENT Auditions on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2022
VIDEO: First Look at GIRLS5EVA Season Two & More in Peacock's 2022 Trailer
by Michael Major - Feb 4, 2022
VIDEO: Watch a Preview of THE CRITICS' CHOICE AWARDS, Hosted by Taye Diggs!
by Sarah Leiber - Jan 6, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Taye Diggs in a Behind-the-Scenes Look at ALL AMERICAN on The CW!
by Sarah Leiber - Oct 7, 2019
VIDEO: See Lily Tomlin, Neil Patrick Harris, Billy Crystal in the STILL LAUGH IN: THE STARS CELEBRATE Trailer
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 9, 2019
VIDEO: Watch Lesli Margherita, James Monroe Iglehart, and More in STAR WARS DAS MUSICAL at BroadwayCon 2017
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2019
VIDEO: On This Day, February 13- RENT Gets Its Off-Broadway World Premiere!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2019
VIDEO: Taye Diggs Discusses ALL AMERICAN and His Children's Book on TODAY
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 10, 2018
VIDEO: Kelsey Grammer Invites You To BE OUR GUEST At The Hollywood Bowl
by Alan Henry - May 29, 2018
News
Exclusive: Taye Diggs Reflects on Career and Judging Role on SECOND CHANCE STAGE
BroadwayWorld sat down with Taye Diggs to talk about being a judge on the new competition series Second Chance Stage, whether he would ever return to Broadway, and why Idina Menzel serves as an inspiration for the performer.
BroadwayWorld sat down with Taye Diggs to talk about being a judge on the new competition series Second Chance Stage, whether he would ever return to Broadway, and why Idina Menzel serves as an inspiration for the performer.
Photos: Taye Diggs and Misty Copeland Visit SUNSET BOULEVARD
The cast of Sunset Boulevard was on hand to welcome some very special guests last week. Both Misty Copeland and Taye Diggs stopped by the St. James Theatre to check out the acclaimed new revival. Check out photos from backstage here!
The cast of Sunset Boulevard was on hand to welcome some very special guests last week. Both Misty Copeland and Taye Diggs stopped by the St. James Theatre to check out the acclaimed new revival. Check out photos from backstage here!
10 Facts The Only WICKED Super-Fans Know
With everyone hyped for the premiere of the movie Wicked this month, I have been receiving a bunch of Wicked questions. I thought it might be fun to share a few fun facts about former stars of Wicked!
With everyone hyped for the premiere of the movie Wicked this month, I have been receiving a bunch of Wicked questions. I thought it might be fun to share a few fun facts about former stars of Wicked!
Photos/Video: Max Debuts First Look at SECOND CHANCE STAGE Competition Series
Max has dropped a trailer and first-look photos for Second Chance Stage, featuring Broadway alum Taye Diggs. The new series debuts on November 28 on Max.
Max has dropped a trailer and first-look photos for Second Chance Stage, featuring Broadway alum Taye Diggs. The new series debuts on November 28 on Max.
Director/Choreographer And Abstract Artist Andrew Palermo Joins The Other Art Fair
Abstract painter Andrew Palermo has announced his participation in The Other Art Fair Los Angeles, the leading art fair for independent artists, for its upcoming 12th edition.
Abstract painter Andrew Palermo has announced his participation in The Other Art Fair Los Angeles, the leading art fair for independent artists, for its upcoming 12th edition.
Comedian and Actress Nicole Byer Will Perform For One Night Only At The Wallis
Nicole Byer, comedian and actress, will perform standup comedy for one night only at the Bram Goldsmith Theater at The Wallis on October 15, 2024.
Nicole Byer, comedian and actress, will perform standup comedy for one night only at the Bram Goldsmith Theater at The Wallis on October 15, 2024.
THE REAL FULL MONTY Benefit Special With Taye Diggs Airing This December
Inspired by the beloved, award-winning 1997 film (which later became a Broadway musical), The Real Full Monty is an all-new two-hour special in which a daring group of male celebrities will volunteer to bare all to raise awareness for prostate, testicular and colorectal cancer testing and research. The special will air on Monday, December 9 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.
Inspired by the beloved, award-winning 1997 film (which later became a Broadway musical), The Real Full Monty is an all-new two-hour special in which a daring group of male celebrities will volunteer to bare all to raise awareness for prostate, testicular and colorectal cancer testing and research. The special will air on Monday, December 9 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.
Glen Powell and Taraji P. Henson Lead Two New Star-Studded Scripted Comedy Podcasts This Fall
Audible Inc. and Broadway Video Enterprises, has announced two new original comedy podcasts featuring A-list casts set to premiere this fall: The Best Man’s Ghostwriter, starring Glen Powell and Nicholas Braun, and Stranded, starring Taraji P. Henson and Tracee Ellis Ross.
Audible Inc. and Broadway Video Enterprises, has announced two new original comedy podcasts featuring A-list casts set to premiere this fall: The Best Man’s Ghostwriter, starring Glen Powell and Nicholas Braun, and Stranded, starring Taraji P. Henson and Tracee Ellis Ross.
Taye Diggs to Star in New Lifetime Movie TERRY MCMILLAN PRESENTS: FOREVER
Taye Diggs is executive producing and starring in a new Lifetime movie alongside Meagan Good. Directed by Charles Murray, Terry McMillan Presents: Forever premieres on Lifetime on Saturday, August 24 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT.
Taye Diggs is executive producing and starring in a new Lifetime movie alongside Meagan Good. Directed by Charles Murray, Terry McMillan Presents: Forever premieres on Lifetime on Saturday, August 24 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT.
Photos: Taye Diggs and Mykal-Michelle Harris of DISNEY JR'S ARIEL Attend Special Event Celebrating the Series Premiere
Disney Jr.’s Ariel stars Taye Diggs and Mykal-Michelle Harris attended the 'Disney Jr.’s Ariel Seaside Celebration” on June 28 to celebrate the new series. The celebration included Caribbean-inspired music and dance parties, interactive activities and a special debut appearance by Ariel. Take a look at the photos!
Disney Jr.’s Ariel stars Taye Diggs and Mykal-Michelle Harris attended the 'Disney Jr.’s Ariel Seaside Celebration” on June 28 to celebrate the new series. The celebration included Caribbean-inspired music and dance parties, interactive activities and a special debut appearance by Ariel. Take a look at the photos!
Listen: Hear Taye Diggs and Amber Riley on Soundtrack for Disney Junior's ARIEL
Walt Disney Records has released the soundtrack from 'Disney Jr.'s Ariel,' the highly anticipated animated musical series inspired by the beloved story of 'The Little Mermaid. Performers on the soundtrack include Broadway albums such as Taye Diggs and Amber Riley. Listen to it now!
Walt Disney Records has released the soundtrack from 'Disney Jr.'s Ariel,' the highly anticipated animated musical series inspired by the beloved story of 'The Little Mermaid. Performers on the soundtrack include Broadway albums such as Taye Diggs and Amber Riley. Listen to it now!
Video: Taye Diggs Talks Voicing King Triton in Disney Junior's ARIEL
Broadway performer Taye Diggs stopped by Good Morning America on Wednesday to discuss his role as the powerful King Triton in Disney Junior's new animated series Ariel, based on the 1989 classic The Little Mermaid. Watch the full interview!
Broadway performer Taye Diggs stopped by Good Morning America on Wednesday to discuss his role as the powerful King Triton in Disney Junior's new animated series Ariel, based on the 1989 classic The Little Mermaid. Watch the full interview!
SoHo Playhouse Presents 2023 Lighthouse Series Winner IT'S NOT WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE
SoHo Playhouse will present the world premiere of its 2023 Lighthouse Series winner, John Collins' It's Not What It Looks Like, starring John Collins and Chesney Mitchell, and directed by Vincent DeGeorge, running July 24 - August 10, 2024 in a limited Off-Broadway engagement.
SoHo Playhouse will present the world premiere of its 2023 Lighthouse Series winner, John Collins' It's Not What It Looks Like, starring John Collins and Chesney Mitchell, and directed by Vincent DeGeorge, running July 24 - August 10, 2024 in a limited Off-Broadway engagement.
Taye Diggs Joins Indie Thriller BOTH EYES OPEN
Taye Diggs, who appeared in the original Broadway cast of Rent, will be appearing in a new psychological thriller from writer/director Ariel Julia Hairston called Both Eyes Open. Alongside Diggs, the cast will include Gail Bail as the central character Ally, along with Joy Brunson, Christie Leverette, Tristan Mack Wilds, Michael Oloyede, and Carla Fisher.
Taye Diggs, who appeared in the original Broadway cast of Rent, will be appearing in a new psychological thriller from writer/director Ariel Julia Hairston called Both Eyes Open. Alongside Diggs, the cast will include Gail Bail as the central character Ally, along with Joy Brunson, Christie Leverette, Tristan Mack Wilds, Michael Oloyede, and Carla Fisher.
Amber Riley and Micah McLaurin Reimagine 'MacArthur Park' To Kick Off Pride Month
To kick off Pride month, actress and powerhouse vocalist Amber Riley has teamed up with virtuoso pianist and fast-rising pop artist Micah McLaurin to reimagine GRAMMY-winning songwriter Jimmy Webb’s hit single “MacArthur Park,” an enduring classic that has boasted several chart-topping and GRAMMY-winning renditions. Listen to the cover now!
To kick off Pride month, actress and powerhouse vocalist Amber Riley has teamed up with virtuoso pianist and fast-rising pop artist Micah McLaurin to reimagine GRAMMY-winning songwriter Jimmy Webb’s hit single “MacArthur Park,” an enduring classic that has boasted several chart-topping and GRAMMY-winning renditions. Listen to the cover now!
Broadway Streaming Guide: June 2024 - Where to Watch The TONY AWARDS & More
This June, Broadway fans can (finally) complete their Bridgerton binge with the second volume of Season 3, see Jake Gyllenhaal in a new limited series, and watch a documentary from Jeremy O. Harris about his groundbreaking work Slave Play. And above all, the 77th Tony Awards are this month! Find out how you can watch that and much more in June!
This June, Broadway fans can (finally) complete their Bridgerton binge with the second volume of Season 3, see Jake Gyllenhaal in a new limited series, and watch a documentary from Jeremy O. Harris about his groundbreaking work Slave Play. And above all, the 77th Tony Awards are this month! Find out how you can watch that and much more in June!
Magnolia Network to Launch Premium Family-Friendly Unscripted Content Slate This Fall on Max
Debuting this fall, Magnolia Network will launch its all-new family-friendly unscripted content slate created for Max. From ambitious large-scale competitions to out-of-the-box social experiments, this premium content initiative for Max will be produced specifically for the whole household to watch and enjoy together, filled with elements of surprise, delight and authenticity.
Debuting this fall, Magnolia Network will launch its all-new family-friendly unscripted content slate created for Max. From ambitious large-scale competitions to out-of-the-box social experiments, this premium content initiative for Max will be produced specifically for the whole household to watch and enjoy together, filled with elements of surprise, delight and authenticity.
Video: Watch Theme Song for Disney Jr. Series ARIEL Inspired by THE LITTLE MERMAID
Disney Branded Television has released the main title theme song and announced the premiere date for the highly anticipated animated musical series “Disney Jr.’s Ariel.” Inspired by “The Little Mermaid,” the series will debut on THURSDAY, JUNE 27, on Disney Junior (9:00 a.m. EDT/PDT) and air on Disney Channel later that day, with an initial batch of eight episodes available on Disney+ the following day, FRIDAY, JUNE 28. Watch the theme song!
Disney Branded Television has released the main title theme song and announced the premiere date for the highly anticipated animated musical series “Disney Jr.’s Ariel.” Inspired by “The Little Mermaid,” the series will debut on THURSDAY, JUNE 27, on Disney Junior (9:00 a.m. EDT/PDT) and air on Disney Channel later that day, with an initial batch of eight episodes available on Disney+ the following day, FRIDAY, JUNE 28. Watch the theme song!
Luke Forbes and Denise Hunt To Lead Cast Of MCBEE U.S. Premiere
Luke Forbes from Amazon Prime's HARLEM and Denise Hunt from HOW STELLA GOT HER GROOVE BACK headline the cast for the US premiere of McBEE.
Luke Forbes from Amazon Prime's HARLEM and Denise Hunt from HOW STELLA GOT HER GROOVE BACK headline the cast for the US premiere of McBEE.
Are There Many Musicals About the Same Subject?
This time, the reader question was: With The Great Gatsby musicals happening now, are there other examples of musicals about the same subject?
This time, the reader question was: With The Great Gatsby musicals happening now, are there other examples of musicals about the same subject?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Taye Diggs been in?
Taye Diggs has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Taye Diggs been in?
Taye Diggs has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Taye Diggs been nominated for?
and Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Wild Party.
Videos