Leslie Odom, Jr.
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Birth Place: Queens, NYC
Latest News on Leslie Odom, Jr.:
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG And STEREOPHONIC Lead LGBTQ Critics' Dorian Theater Award Nominations (May 13, 2024)
Video: Leslie Odom, Jr. on His Tony Nomination- 'This One's Personal' (May 13, 2024)
First Standings Announced For the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards; THE GREATS GATSBY Leads Best Musical (May 13, 2024)
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG And STEREOPHONIC Lead LGBTQ Critics' Dorian Theater Award Nominations (May 13, 2024)
Video: Leslie Odom, Jr. on His Tony Nomination- 'This One's Personal' (May 13, 2024)
First Standings Announced For the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards; THE GREATS GATSBY Leads Best Musical (May 13, 2024)
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Leslie Odom, Jr. is a multifaceted Tony and Grammy Award-winning, three-time Emmy and two-time Academy Award-nominated vocalist, songwriter, author, and actor. With a career that spans all performance genres, Odom has received recognition for his excellence and achievements in Broadway, television, film, and music. He can currently be seen in Rian Johnson’s critically acclaimed Knives Out sequel, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, streaming worldwide on Netflix. Odom is currently in production on the highly anticipated sequel to the original iconic film The Exorcist. The film is scheduled to be released in October 2023. In 2020, Odom starred as legendary singer Sam Cooke in the award-winning Amazon film adaptation of One Night in Miami…, directed by Regina King. His portrayal of the soul icon and musical performance of original song “Speak Now” was met with widespread praise and critical acclaim, earning him multiple awards and nominations. He also starred in The Many Saints of Newark, a prequel to David Chase’s award-winning HBO series The Sopranos, released in October 2021. Well known for his breakout role as ‘Aaron Burr’ in the smash hit Broadway musical Hamilton, Odom hosted “The Tony Awards Present: Broadway’s Back!” on CBS in September 2021 (2022 Emmy nomination). Additional film and television credits include Apple TV+’s Central Park (2020 Emmy nomination), Hamilton on Disney+ (2021 Emmy nomination), Abbott Elementary, The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder, Love in the Time of Corona, Harriet, and many more. He is a BMG recording artist and has released four full-length albums. Co-written with Nicolette Robinson, Odom’s first children’s book, I Love You More Than You’ll Ever Know, will be published by Feiwel & Friends on March 28, 2023.
Leslie Odom, Jr. Photos
Jihaad Muhammad, Noah Pyzik, Bill Timoney, Jay O. Sanders, Hasna Muhammad, Billy Eugene Jones, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Leslie Odom, Jr., Heather Alicia Simms, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Glynn Turman, Noah Robinson, Kara Young, and Jeffrey Richards
Date:
11/30/2023
From: Photos: Hillary Clinton Visits PURLIE VICTORIOUS on Broadway
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Leslie Odom Jr. and Haaz Sleiman in the Public Lab musical Venice, with book by Eric Rosen, music by Matt Sax, lyrics by Matt Sax and Eric Rosen, additional music by Curtis Moore, choreography by Chase Brock and directed by Eric Rosen, running at The Publ
Date:
06/12/2013
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jennifer Damiano, Leslie Odom, Jr. & More in Public Theater's VENICE
Leslie Odom Jr., Haaz Sleiman (center) and the cast of the Public Lab musical Venice, with book by Eric Rosen, music by Matt Sax, lyrics by Matt Sax and Eric Rosen, additional music by Curtis Moore, choreography by Chase Brock and directed by Eric Rosen,
Date:
06/12/2013
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jennifer Damiano, Leslie Odom, Jr. & More in Public Theater's VENICE
Matt Sax and Leslie Odom Jr. in the Public Lab musical Venice, with book by Eric Rosen, music by Matt Sax, lyrics by Matt Sax and Eric Rosen, additional music by Curtis Moore, choreography by Chase Brock and directed by Eric Rosen, running at The Public T
Date:
06/12/2013
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jennifer Damiano, Leslie Odom, Jr. & More in Public Theater's VENICE
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SMASH -- "The Workshop" Episode 107 -- Pictured: (Clockwise from bottom left) Keith Kuhl and Manuel Santos as ensemble dancers, Megan Hilty as Ivy Lynn, Leslie Odom Jr. as Sam Strickland, Phillip Spaeth as Dennis, Wesley Taylor as Bobby -- (Photo by: Eric
Date:
03/13/2012
From: Photo Flash: Bernadette Peters Guest Stars on Next Week's SMASH!
Upright Cabaret Palm Springs cast (L-R): Leslie Odom, Jr, Nick Perez, Nicolette Robinson, Billy Porter, Matt Lucich, Audra Mae, Chris Isaacson, Chris Bratten, Daniel Reichard, Michael Sherwood, Shane Scheel, Chris Chandler, Shoshana Bean, Tim Draxl, Eden
Date:
03/05/2009
From: Photo Coverage: Espinosa, Bean & Reichard at Upright Cabaret's Desert Kick-Off
Leslie Odom, Jr. STAGE CREDITS
Leslie Odom, Jr. Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play
Leslie Odom, Jr., Purlie Victorious
Drama League Awards - 2024 - Distinguished Performance
Leslie Odom, Jr., Purlie Victorious
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Leslie Odom, Jr., Purlie Victorious
Leslie Odom, Jr. Videos
Photos & Video: PURLIE VICTORIOUS Concludes Broadway Run with Proclamations From Congress and the State of New York
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2024
Video: Watch Hannah Waddingham Perform 'O' Holy Night' With the English National Opera In New Holiday Special
by Michael Major - Nov 24, 2023
Video: Watch Hannah Waddingham & TED LASSO Co-Star Phil Dunster Perform 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas'
by Michael Major - Nov 16, 2023
Video: Watch Hannah Waddingham & Jason Sudeikis Perform 'Shallow' From A STAR IS BORN
by Michael Major - Nov 13, 2023
Video: Watch Hannah Waddingham's Christmas Musical Special Trailer With Leslie Odom Jr. & More
by Michael Major - Nov 8, 2023
Photos/Video: Leslie Odom, Jr. Hosts BROADWAY FOREVER Concert With Alex Newell, Adam Pascal, Shoshana Bean, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2023
Video: Leslie Odom Jr. Shares His Daughter's Reaction to PURLIE VICTORIOUS on FALLON
by Michael Major - Oct 13, 2023
Video: Nathan Lane Reprises THE PRODUCERS Role in Cameo in GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2023
Video: Leslie Odom, Jr. & Company Celebrate Opening Night of PURLIE VICTORIOUS on Broadway
by Opening Night - Oct 2, 2023
Video: Leslie Odom Jr. Shares Why PURLIE VICTORIOUS Is a 'Very Rare Piece'
by Michael Major - Sep 27, 2023
Video: Watch Leslie Odom, Jr. in New THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER Trailer With Norbert Leo Butz, Jennifer Nettles & More
by Michael Major - Sep 5, 2023
Video: Watch Leslie Odom, Jr. in THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER Trailer With Norbert Leo Butz, Jennifer Nettles & More
by Michael Major - Jul 25, 2023
Leslie Odom, Jr. News
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG And STEREOPHONIC Lead LGBTQ Critics' Dorian Theater Award Nominations
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics' 39 theater wing members named their favorites in New York theater for the second annual Dorian Theater Awards, this time toasting the best in Broadway and Off-Broadway for the 2023-2024 season.
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics' 39 theater wing members named their favorites in New York theater for the second annual Dorian Theater Awards, this time toasting the best in Broadway and Off-Broadway for the 2023-2024 season.
Video: Leslie Odom, Jr. on His Tony Nomination- 'This One's Personal'
In this video, watch as Tony nominee leslie Odom, Jr. about his co-star Kara Young, why Purlie Victorious means so much to him, and so much more.
In this video, watch as Tony nominee leslie Odom, Jr. about his co-star Kara Young, why Purlie Victorious means so much to him, and so much more.
First Standings Announced For the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards; THE GREATS GATSBY Leads Best Musical
The first standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
The first standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
Review: Leslie Odom, Jr. Delivers Wonderful Blend of Standards, Show-Tunes and New Music at Emerson Colonial Theatre
What did our critic think of AN EVENING WITH LESLIE ODOM, JR. at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
What did our critic think of AN EVENING WITH LESLIE ODOM, JR. at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
Photos: Behind the Scenes with the 2024 Tony Nominees
The nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York on Thursday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out behind the scenes photos of the 2024 nominees below and check out even more of the acting nominees and creative nominees.
The nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York on Thursday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out behind the scenes photos of the 2024 nominees below and check out even more of the acting nominees and creative nominees.
Photos: Meet the 2024 Tony Nominees for Acting
The nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York yesterday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out photos of the 2024 acting nominees here!
The nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York yesterday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out photos of the 2024 acting nominees here!
These Are the Most-Nominated Individuals of the 2024 Tony Awards
On Tuesday, April 30, the 2024 Tony Award Nominations were announced. The list includes a mix of shows and artists, some with only a single nomination. However, more than ten artists received multiple nominations, some for different shows that premiered this season. Don't believe us? Take a look at here!
On Tuesday, April 30, the 2024 Tony Award Nominations were announced. The list includes a mix of shows and artists, some with only a single nomination. However, more than ten artists received multiple nominations, some for different shows that premiered this season. Don't believe us? Take a look at here!
Breaking Down the 2024 Tony Awards Nominations
Still thinking about the Tony nominations? Us too! Check out some takeaways from yesterday's big announcement.
Still thinking about the Tony nominations? Us too! Check out some takeaways from yesterday's big announcement.
2024 Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List!
Nominations for the 2024 Drama Desk Awards have just been announced by Kathleen Turner. Check out the full list of nominees here!
Nominations for the 2024 Drama Desk Awards have just been announced by Kathleen Turner. Check out the full list of nominees here!
A Guide to the 2024 Tony Awards Nominations
The 77th Annual Tony Award Nominations will be announced on Tuesday, April 30, by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renée Elise Goldsbery. The announcement can be viewed LIVE (9am ET) in their entirety here on BroadwayWorld.
The 77th Annual Tony Award Nominations will be announced on Tuesday, April 30, by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renée Elise Goldsbery. The announcement can be viewed LIVE (9am ET) in their entirety here on BroadwayWorld.
2024 Tony Awards Nominations - Show by Show
The nominations are in! Check out how each show fared individually in a full list of nominations by show.
The nominations are in! Check out how each show fared individually in a full list of nominations by show.
2024 Tony Award Nominations- HELL'S KITCHEN and STEREOPHONIC Lead the Pack!
The 77th Annual Tony Awards nominations were announced this morning by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renee Elise Goldsberry and here they are, celebrating the best of the 2023-24 theatre season. Check out the full list of nominees here!
The 77th Annual Tony Awards nominations were announced this morning by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renee Elise Goldsberry and here they are, celebrating the best of the 2023-24 theatre season. Check out the full list of nominees here!
Kenita R. Miller, Julia Murney and More Will Take Part in WATCHER IN THE WOODS Reading
Producers announced an industry reading of the new musical in development WATCHER IN THE WOODS. Check out all of the details on who will star and who leads the creative team here.
Producers announced an industry reading of the new musical in development WATCHER IN THE WOODS. Check out all of the details on who will star and who leads the creative team here.
Review: AN EVENING WITH LESLIE ODOM, JR. at Pantages Theatre Minneapolis
Leslie Odom, Jr. is a multifaceted artist of immense talent, boasting a resume adorned with two Academy Award nominations, Tony and Grammy Awards, and three Emmy Award nominations.
Leslie Odom, Jr. is a multifaceted artist of immense talent, boasting a resume adorned with two Academy Award nominations, Tony and Grammy Awards, and three Emmy Award nominations.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards
Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.
Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.
Fantasia Barrino, Leslie Odom Jr., and More Named TIME's 100 Most Influential People in the World for 2024
TIME has revealed the 2024 TIME100, its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Among this year's honorees in the world of theatre are Fantasia Barrino, Colman Domingo, Alex Edelman, Leslie Odom Jr., Da'Vine Joy Randolph and Jeffrey Wright.
TIME has revealed the 2024 TIME100, its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Among this year's honorees in the world of theatre are Fantasia Barrino, Colman Domingo, Alex Edelman, Leslie Odom Jr., Da'Vine Joy Randolph and Jeffrey Wright.
BWW Q&A: Leslie Odom, Jr. on Performing At at Ridgefield Playhouse
BroadwayWorld chatted with Leslie Odom, Jr. about his upcoming performance at Ridgefield Playhouse on April 18th, 2024.
BroadwayWorld chatted with Leslie Odom, Jr. about his upcoming performance at Ridgefield Playhouse on April 18th, 2024.
Utah Symphony Hosts 20th annual Deer Valley�® Music Festival This Summer
This summer, the Utah Symphony will present its 20th annual Deer Valley® Music Festival at the Snow Park Amphitheater in Park City. The six-week summer festival, which runs from July 5 through August 9, features a diverse lineup showcasing the versatility of Utah Symphony musicians as they perform live music ranging from classical, to disco hits, to classic rock ‘n’ roll, and everything in between.
This summer, the Utah Symphony will present its 20th annual Deer Valley® Music Festival at the Snow Park Amphitheater in Park City. The six-week summer festival, which runs from July 5 through August 9, features a diverse lineup showcasing the versatility of Utah Symphony musicians as they perform live music ranging from classical, to disco hits, to classic rock ‘n’ roll, and everything in between.
Tory Kittles, Brittany Inge & Stori Ayers to Star in HOME on Broadway
Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast for the new production of Home by Samm-Art Williams, not seen on Broadway in more than 40 years, directed by Kenny Leon. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast for the new production of Home by Samm-Art Williams, not seen on Broadway in more than 40 years, directed by Kenny Leon. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
MRS. KRISHNAN'S PARTY & More Lead Boston's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows
Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2024 include Mrs. Krishnan's Party, Jagged Little Pill and more!
Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2024 include Mrs. Krishnan's Party, Jagged Little Pill and more!
Leslie Odom, Jr. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Leslie Odom, Jr. been in?
Leslie Odom, Jr. has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Leslie Odom, Jr. been in?
Leslie Odom, Jr. has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Leslie Odom, Jr. been nominated for?
Leslie Odom, Jr. has been nominated for Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Purlie Victorious" and for Distinguished Performance at the Drama League Awards for the same show.
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