Ben Platt
American actor and singer acclaimed for his powerful tenor vocals and emotionally resonant performances in theater, film, and music.Broadway sensation who originated the title role in Dear Evan Hansen (2017 Tony Award). Film credits include Pitch Perfect franchise. Released solo albums Sing to Me Instead (2019) and Reverie (2021). Starred in Netflix's The Politician (2019–2020).
- Won the Tony, Emmy, Grammy, and Daytime Emmy, achieving PEGOT status by age 30 – one of the youngest ever to do so
- Publicly came out as gay in 2019, integrating his identity into debut album Sing to Me Instead which explored personal relationships and self-acceptance
- Father is prolific producer Marc Platt (La La Land, Wicked), fueling early exposure to entertainment industry
- Critically panned 2023 film Theater Camp, which he co-wrote/starred in, became a surprise cult hit despite box office failure
- Faced vocal strain during Dear Evan Hansen; underwent surgery in 2017 but returned to role after recovery