Date of Birth: March 26, 1985
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Biography
Jonathan Drew Groff is an American actor and singer known for his versatility and dynamic presence across various mediums, including theater, television, and film. Born on March 26, 1985, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Groff first gained wide recognition for his role as Melchior Gabor in the Broadway rock musical “Spring Awakening,” for which he received a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Musical. Groff’s career continued to flourish with notable roles such as Claude in the Public Theater’s production of “Hair” and King George III in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “Hamilton,” a performance that earned him widespread acclaim. He also starred in the HBO series “Looking,” where he portrayed the character of Patrick Murray, and in the critically acclaimed Netflix series “Mindhunter,” where he played FBI agent Holden Ford. In addition to his live performances, Jonathan Groff has lent his voice to the character Kristoff in Disney’s “Frozen” franchise, further solidifying his place in popular culture.
5 Interesting Facts about Jonathan Groff
1. Jonathan Groff was the second actor to play the role of King George III in the Broadway musical “Hamilton.”
2. He grew up in a Mennonite family in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
3. Groff publicly came out as gay in 2009.
4. He is close friends with his “Glee” co-star Lea Michele.
5. Jonathan Groff was a guest star on the musical TV show “Glee,” where he played the role of Jesse St. James.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jonathan Groff
1. “I want to be the type of artist that stays true to his heart and true to his craft.”
2. “There’s nothing more exciting than being in front of a live audience.”
3. “Coming out is a very personal experience and it can be difficult, but it’s also the most liberating thing you can do.”
4. “I believe in love, and I believe in being true to yourself.”
5. “Theater is my first love, and it will always have a special place in my heart.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Highest net worth achieved: Approximately $5 million
Children
Jonathan Groff does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Jonathan Groff – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2676147/
2. [Jonathan Groff – Broadway World](https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Jonathan-Groff/
3. [Jonathan Groff – Playbill](https://www.playbill.com/person/jonathan-groff-vault-0000095632
