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John Legend is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, actor, film producer, theatre director, and philanthropist. Prior to the release of Legend's debut album, Get Lifted (2004), he had collaborated with already established artists and signed to Kanye West's GOOD Music. Legend has sung on Jay-Z's "Encore", Alicia Keys's "You Don't Know My Name", Dilated Peoples' "This Way", Slum Village's "Selfish", Fort Minor's "High Road", and played piano on Lauryn Hill's "Everything Is Everything". Legend's single "All of Me" from his fourth studio album Love in the Future (2013) was a Billboard Hot 100 number-one hit.

In 2007, Legend received the Hal David Starlight Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Legend won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and Golden Globe Award in 2015 for co-writing the song "Glory" from the film Selma. He has also won eleven Grammy Awards. In 2017, Legend received a Tony Award for co-producing Jitney for the Broadway stage. In 2018, Legend portrayed Jesus Christ in NBC's adaptation of the rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar. He received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his acting role, and won for his role as a producer of the show, making him one of 16 people and the first black man to have won all four of the following awards: Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony (EGOT). Legend is also the second youngest person to have achieved this milestone. Since 2019, Legend has been featured as a coach on The Voice.

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NBC Live Televised Production, 2018
Jesus

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[Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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John Legend Movies

Welcome to the Jungle
[ 2003 ] "The Boogie That Be"
Be Cool
[ 2005 ] "Believer"
Loverboy
[ 2005 ] Memphis Parking Lot Donor
Coach Carter
[ 2005 ] "I Changed My Mind"
American Express Jam Sessions
[ 2005 ]
Movies Rock
[ 2007 ]
Soul Men
[ 2008 ] Marcus Hooks
Bride Wars
[ 2009 ] "Pretty Please (Love Me)"
Obsessed
[ 2009 ] Writer: "American Boy"
Fame
[ 2009 ] "Ordinary People"
CMA Country Christmas
[ 2012 ]
Think Like a Man Too
[ 2014 ] "Tonight (Best You Ever Had)"
Pitch Perfect 2
[ 2015 ] "All Of Me"
Breaking Through
[ 2015 ]
La La Land
[ 2016 ] Keith
Sing
[ 2016 ] "All of Me"
It's a Man's World
[ 2017 ]
I Am Not A Witch
[ 2017 ] "American Boy"
Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert
[ 2018 ] Jesus
Between Two Ferns: The Movie
[ 2019 ] John Legend
Motown 60: A Grammy Celebration
[ 2019 ]
Elvis All-Star Tribute
[ 2019 ]
Represent Change: 50th NAACP Image Awards Tribute
[ 2019 ]
The SpongeBob Musical: Live on Stage!
[ 2019 ] Writer: "(I Guess I) Miss You")
Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey
[ 2020 ] "Make It Work"
Coming 2 America
[ 2021 ] John Legend
The Mitchells vs the Machines
[ 2021 ] Jim Posey - Voice

John Legend TV Shows

American Dreams
Stevie Wonder
Curb Your Enthusiasm
John Legend
Master of None
John Legend
Underground
Frederick Douglass
Ask the StoryBots
The King of Music
Rhythm + Flow
Sherman's Showcase
[ 2019-2020 ] John Legend, Duke Ellington
The Simpsons
John Legend
This Is Us
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John Legend Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Score

John Legend, SpongeBob SquarePants


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding New Score

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Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

John LegendSpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical

John Legend Videos

John Legend News


Billy Joel to be Honored by Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a concert gala in honor of Billy Joel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Quarters of Change Unveil Music Video for 'Turn It Away'

Explore the newly released music video for the song 'Turn It Away' by Quarters of Change. Get a glimpse into the band's creative process and visual interpretation of their popular track. Next month, Quarters of Change will embark on a North American headline tour in support of the album. Watch the video now!

Position Music Sign Zach Skelton to A Worldwide Publishing Deal

Discover the latest news in the music industry as Position Music signs songwriter and producer Zach Skelton to a worldwide publishing deal. Stay updated on this exciting development. The Grammy-winning songwriter and producer has collaborated with notable artists including Shawn Mendes, OneRepublic, Paul McCartney, Lil Nas X, and more.

Major Attaway, T.3 & More to Perform With Deke Sharon at Carnegie Hall

Distinguished Concerts International New York will present a thrilling, pop-forward repertory, featuring Total Vocal with Deke Sharon at 2 PM at Stern Auditorium, Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: Breathtaking 50th Anniversary Tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Straz Center

An explosive 90-minute sung-through Rock Opera written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, with lyrics by Tim Rice, took the Carol Morsani Hall by storm Tuesday evening. This reimagined 50th Anniversary Tour, is the story loosely based on the Gospels’ accounts of the Passion. It works to interpret the psychology of Jesus, while much of the story’s plot centers on Judas’ disdain for how Jesus is leading his disciples. The rock opera was initially unable to attain funding, so Webber and composers released the idea as a concept album. Garnering much success, which led to the eventual Broadway stage debut in 1971. Some nine years later the musical had grossed more than $237 million worldwide. It soon became the longest-running West End musical in London, running for 8 years between 1972-1980, and was soon bested by Cats in 1989.

Review: SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS: THE MUSICAL at Cedar Park Middle School Performing Arts

When a friend called me and invited me to join her for a middle school production of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS:THE MUSICAL last week, I think it fair to say it wasn’t high on this reviewer’s list of things to do on a free Saturday night.

Video: Sherwin Gardner Releases 'Find Me Here (Blessings Find Me)' Music Video

Directed by the talented Kyle Ferguson and shot against the breathtaking backdrop of Nassau, Bahamas, the video takes viewers on a vibrant journey through Sherwin's past and present. The music video release follows its success on the charts, peaking at #18 on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart, and #1 on the Instagram Reels chart.

Nikka Costa Returns From Hiatus With 'Dirty Disco' Track Off New Album

Nikka Costa is back from hiatus with a new album 'Dirty Disco.' Along with the talents of versatile musicians such as Brandon Coleman (Kamasi Washington, Thundercat, Donald Glover, Flying Lotus), Greg Phillinganes (Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder) and Kaveh Rastegar (John Legend, Beck), Nikka Costa brings you in her “Dirty Disco” immersive world.

WAITRESS, 42ND STREET, and More Set For Broadway at Music Circus 2024-25 Season

The upcoming 2024-2025 season has been revealed for Broadway at Music Circus in Sacramento. The season kicks off this summer with 42nd Street, and continues with a total of six productions slated through summer 2025. Learn more about the full lineup here!

The Cleveland Orchestra to Present AN EVENING WITH JOHN LEGEND at Blossom Music Center

The Cleveland Orchestra will perform with multi-platinum, 12-time Grammy Award–winner John Legend at Blossom Music Center on Thursday, August 8. 

The National & The War On Drugs Set The 'Zen Diagram Tour'

GRAMMY-award winning rock bands The National and The War On Drugs announced their 2024 Zen Diagram Tour across North America, marking the first time the two bands have toured together. The tour also includes a show at the iconic Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. Special guest Lucius will be joining across all dates except Mexico City.

Liesl Tommy to be Honored at NYTW 2024 Gala; Shoshanna Bean, Brandon Victor Dixon & More to Appear

New York Theatre Workshop's 2024 Gala will honor theater and film visionary Liesl Tommy. Learn more about the gala and about Tommy!

New Day Films 2024 Reframe and Refresh Virtual Series to Kick Off With HIDDEN LEGACIES IN BLACK HISTORY

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Deejay Young to Return to The Winter Park Playhouse Spotlight Cabaret Series With SOMEWHERE IN THE CROWD

Hot off the celebrated TV show The Voice, Deejay Young will come home to The Winter Park Playhouse to perform his latest solo cabaret- Somewhere In The Crowd. Learn how to purchase tickets.

AN UNSUNG SYMPHONY to Feature the New York Philharmonic, Nia Drummond, and More

An Unsung Symphony featuring the New York Philharmonic, singer Nia Drummond, and the Unsung Collective, will be presented this month. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

Hollywood Bowl Named Outdoor Concert Venue Of The Year At 35th Annual Pollstar Awards

The Hollywood Bowl was honored last night as the Outdoor Concert Venue of the Year (Red Rocks Award) at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California.

Nashville Songwriters Announced At DPAC With Lee Brice February 2024

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Piano Crossover Superstar Maksim Announces OCEANIA Australian Tour

Croatian piano sensation Maksim Mrvica announces his Oceania tour, The Collection World Tour, in March 2024. Known for his electrifying performances, Maksim will perform in Brisbane, Melbourne, Auckland, Sydney, and Adelaide, showcasing classical masterpieces and contemporary hits. Don't miss this genre-defying musical experience.

The Beach Boys Announce Their 'Endless Summer Gold' 2024 Tour

Kicking off February 21st at the Hawaii Theatre in Honolulu, HI the tour will visit celebrated venues and festivals including the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in New Orleans, LA; Stagecoach in Indio, CA; Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA; the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, CA  and the iconic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TV on September 23, 2024.

Quarters of Change to Embark on the Portraits Tour (Part One) This Spring

One of New York City's fastest rising rock bands, Quarters of Change, have announced plans for a North American headline tour in support of their brand new sophomore studio album Portraits. The Portraits Tour will kick off on April 7 in Boston, MA, visit major markets coast-to-coast, and wrap on April 29 in Phoenix, AZ.

John Legend FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has John Legend written?

John Legend has written 1 shows including The Spongebob Musical (Original Music).

What awards has John Legend been nominated for?

John Legend has been nominated for several awards for his work on "SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical," including Best Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards, Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards.

What awards has John Legend won?

John Legend has won the Best Score award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "SpongeBob SquarePants" and the Outstanding New Score award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "SpongeBob SquarePants."

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