Date of Birth: October 26, 1971
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Anthony Rapp is an American actor and singer best known for originating the role of Mark Cohen in the Broadway musical “Rent.” Born in Chicago, Illinois, Rapp began his acting career at a young age, appearing in various stage productions and television shows. His breakthrough came with the 1996 rock musical “Rent,” which won numerous awards and became a cultural phenomenon. Rapp reprised his role in the 2005 film adaptation of “Rent,” further cementing his place in the theater and film worlds. He has also appeared in movies like “Adventures in Babysitting” and “Dazed and Confused,” and more recently, he stars as Lieutenant Commander Paul Stamets on the television series “Star Trek: Discovery.” In addition to his acting career, Rapp is a published author and an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.
5 Interesting Facts about Anthony Rapp
1. Anthony Rapp published a memoir titled “Without You: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and the Musical Rent” in 2006, detailing his experiences with the musical and his personal life.
2. He was one of the first openly gay actors to play a gay character on Broadway.
3. Rapp is a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and has been involved in various campaigns and organizations supporting the community.
4. He played the role of Charlie Brown in the 1999 Broadway revival of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.”
5. In 2017, Rapp came forward with allegations of sexual misconduct against actor Kevin Spacey, which led to a significant impact on Spacey’s career.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Anthony Rapp
1. “There’s only us. There’s only this. Forget regret, or life is yours to miss.”
2. “Acting is an art and a craft, and it’s not something that can be learned overnight.”
3. “One of the things that ‘Rent’ taught me was to live life to the fullest.”
4. “I believe in being open about my life and who I am, and I don’t think there’s anything to be ashamed of.”
5. “I think it’s important to be visible and vocal about who you are and what you believe in.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Anthony Rapp’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $6 million.
Children
As of the latest information, Anthony Rapp does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Anthony Rapp on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0710829/
2. [Anthony Rapp on Twitter](https://twitter.com/albinokid
3. [Anthony Rapp’s memoir “Without You”](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33020.Without_You
4. [Anthony Rapp on Broadway World](https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Anthony-Rapp/
5. [Anthony Rapp’s official website](http://www.anthonyrapp.com/
