J. Harrison Ghee
J. Harrison Ghee (born June 16, 1989) is an American actor, singer, and dancer, best known for their work on Broadway. They first received recognition for their performance as Lola in Kinky Boots. In December 2022, they originated the role of Jerry/Daphne in Some Like It Hot, a stage musical based on the 1959 film of the same name. They won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for their performance, and Ghee, along with Alex Newell, became the first openly nonbinary performers to win Tony Awards. In 2024, they won the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album.
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Ghee at the 76th Tony Awards in 2023 | |
| Born | June 16, 1989 |
| Education | American Musical and Dramatic Academy |
| Known for | Acting |
They originated the role of Andre Mayem in Mrs. Doubtfire, a role they also played in the 5th Avenue Theatre at an out of town engagement in 2019.
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