In addition, Platt is slated for an eagerly awaited performance on NBC's TODAY as part of their 2021 Citi Music Series, set for Friday, August 13th (check local listings). You can hear this mixed pot of the intention that comes from the theater, some of the confessionalism of the James Taylors and Carol Kings, and then a little bit of the blue-eyed soul that hopefully, Ive stolen from the Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder., I definitely take that for granted growing up here in L.A. a very liberal, progressive place that representation means so much to some people. [33] On March 1, 2018, Platt was confirmed to star in the indie drama Broken Diamonds opposite Lola Kirke, Yvette Nicole Brown, Alphonso McAuley, and Lynda Boyd. Enter the length or pattern for better results. Born in Windsor, Ontario, to American parents. Having drawn his first breath in Hong Kong, Nicholas started his career as a correspondent for Reuters. [9], He attended the Adderley School for Performing Arts in Pacific Palisades, performing in productions like Bye Bye Birdie and Into the Woods. The musical follows the lives of three friends: Franklin Shepard, a Broadway composer; Charley Kringas, a lyricist who partners with Frank; and Mary Flynn, a writer and critic. James Platt is happily married to Mary Camilla Bonsal Campbell since September 1992. The limited engagement sold out its entire run with Platt playing his last performance on May 26, 2016. On a great day, we were 1,000 people. Benjamin Schiff Platt (born September 24, 1993)[1] is an American actor, singer, and songwriter. The Dear Evan Hansen star is currently appearing in the. [16] He received an Emmy nomination for his portrayal of no-nonsense White House Counsel Oliver Babish,[16] brought in during season two to compile a defense for President Bartlet and others who covered up his non-disclosure of multiple sclerosis. Choate was the most successful lawyer in New York City during the Gilded Age and was later appointed U.S. [79][80] They announced their engagement on November 25, 2022. He then enrolled at Columbia University in New York but dropped out after seven weeks to fulfill his contract with The Book of Mormon. [32], Platt married Mary Camilla Bonsal Campbell on September 12, 1992, at the First Congregational Church in Kittery, Maine. Hes also very talented; he was inWickedas Fiyero. In 2017, Platt was included on the annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world. But I actually think that when you are from a small town, the necessity to stand up and be counted is even stronger, she recalls. The Tony Awards Present: Broadway's Back! Camilla is a director of admissions for Grace Church School in New York. Ben Platt in Dear Evan Hansen arrives on September 24, 2021. Platt, who is reprising the title role in the film version of the Broadway smash . [53] The tour was later postponed due to the COVID pandemic and rescheduled to begin on September 3, 2022, in Seattle, Washington before concluding in Hollywood, Florida on October 7, 2022, for a total of 20 stops.[54]. 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The Tony Award-winning actor responded to a tweet posted by graphic designer Ced Func After his early success, Platts ignited love for performing led to other experiences on stage including a quick turn in the play Caroline, or Change, an experience he says stuck with him and inspired some of the sound on his latest project. Click on the names below to see their relationship charts. 0:04. "[10] Platt's family made frequent trips back to Washington, where they held Commanders season tickets. [62][63][64], On May 17, 2022, it was announced that Platt would play Leo Frank in New York City Center's production of Parade as the gala production of its 2022/2023 season after playing the role in a workshop conducted by Roundabout Theatre Company in 2018. [20] Platt starred as Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Wallace Benton, an "unlikely hero". Im glad its not about the performance or my voice or anything that actually matters.. Theater Producer Marc Platt Marc Platt is one of the most successful theater producers in the world. [28][29], On March 19, 2018, Platt and Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda released "Found/Tonight", a mashup of the Hamilton song "The Story of Tonight" and the Dear Evan Hansen song "You Will Be Found". Ben Platt is arguably the most famous of the Brothers Platt; he originated the role of Evan Hansen in Dear Evan Hansen, released his debut album last year, Sing To Me Instead, and has a concert special on Netflix that was filmed at Radio City. In fact, it has become somewhat of a norm. Ben Platt, Henry Platt, and Jonah Platt are three Jewish brothers with voices of the angels. [5], Platt signed with Atlantic Records in 2017 and released his debut studio album, Sing to Me Instead, in March 2019. By MARK KENNEDY February 27, 2023. [45] He received a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actor Television Series Musical or Comedy for his performance in the series' first season. Before Ben became Evan Hansen, he was most known for playing the role of Benji in the Pitch Perfect movie franchise. In May 2020, a concert film, titled Ben Platt Live from Radio City Music Hall, debuted on Netflix. Having made up his mind to become an actor at the age of 9, Oliver Platt started his career with various theatre roles. Oliver has brought to the role of John what I expected and more: tremendous inventiveness and sensitivity. Actually we're just gonna send you here: 18 things to know about Ben Platt. ", Ben plays the role of Payton Hobart in Ryan Murphy's new Netflix series The Politician. They also ended up starting their careers on Broadway at the same time too. [35], Tufts University considered offering its Light on the Hill award to Platt in 2008, which is given to distinguished alumni. I got to watch all of these incredible singers warming up to Stevie Wonder and Ray Charles and exposed myself to that whole world, said Platt. [16] After Married to the Mob, he appeared in Working Girl (1988), Flatliners (1990), Beethoven (1992), The Three Musketeers (1993), A Time to Kill (1996), Executive Decision (1996), and Bulworth (1998). And Galvin and Platt are currently engaged. Key Facts about the Family of Actor Oliver Platt. He is, unfortunately, not on Snapchat but he does post to his Instagram story regularly and almost every picture is iconic. Platt appeared in the first two Pitch Perfect films as a magic-loving outcast, and his first major TV role will be in Ryan Murphy's Netflix comedy, The Politician, slated for Sept. 27. A post shared by Henry Jacob Platt (@henryjplatt). Ben Platt, Molly Gordon, Noah Galvin, Amy Sedaris, Alan S. Kim, Patti Harrison, Owen Thiele, Jimmy Tatro, Ayo Edebiri, Caroline Aaron and Nathan Lee Graham will star in the musical comedy. Nicholas is a former Foreign Service officer and a US ambassador in Pakistan, Zambia and the Philippines. who did that to ben platt's hair Crystal Bell (@crystalbell) May 18, 2021 Oliver Platt (born January 12, 1960) is a Canadian-born American actor. "I painted my dressing room pink so that it's a very bright and warm and joyful place to be, so . "[16] Platt visited Dublin to prepare for the role and ensure his performance was authentic. Oliver James Platt made his film debut as Ed Benitez in the comedy "Married to the Mob" in 1988. Speaking to veteran writer David Wild, the Broadway star discussed his showbiz family (his father, Academy Award winner Marc E. Platt, and brother Jonah Platt are no strangers to entertainment), religion and sexuality, the anxieties that come with being a performer, and the influences who pushed him to release his own work. Variety and the Flying V logos are trademarks of Variety Media, LLC. The two have three kids: Lily, George, and Clare. [6] Here's everything you need to know about the rising star, from his previous Broadway success to his other on screen roles and music career. Platt signed with Atlantic Records in 2017 and released his debut studio album, Sing to Me Instead, in March 2019. She became the wife of Nicholas on June 28, 1957, and they parented three sons together. Additionally, Oliver frequently appears on TV and is noted for starring in Deadline, Huff, The Bronx Is Burning, The Big C and Chicago Med series. More times than I can count my heart was bursting, marveling at Ben's craft, heart, soul, and radiant light. He can simultaneously make you laugh and break your heart. Now, its getting its Hollywood turn as a feature film. Its second single, "Happy to Be Sad", was released on July 16, 2021. It premiered as the Opening Night Gala Presentation of the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival on September 9, 2021, followed by a release in theaters on September 24, 2021, in time for Platt's 28th birthday. Children of Oliver James Platt and Mary Camilla Bonsal Campbell. No! Actor Ben Platt took to Twitter to reveal that he suffered through a bout of COVID-19 early this year in March. [5], Platt's paternal great-grandfather was artist and architect Charles A. Platt,[6] and his maternal great-grandparents were equestrian Arthur Scott Burden (of the industrialist Burden family) and socialite Cynthia Roche. His godfather is Friends star and Platts close friend Hank Azaria. George Clark (c1615 - 1690) Great Migration Immigrant 1639. [13][14][15] He spent three years working in theatre in Boston, Massachusetts, which he said had a "wealth of serious amateur theatre at that timeI played many roles, and it was the best training I could have had. [18] Tucci and Platt developed the characters while working on a play at Yale University in 1988, with Tucci later completing the screenplay and directing the film. Platt admits being especially drawn to projects that have a certain mystery: "I'm not talking about a whodunit but rather the sense of not being entirely sure of what you've just seen. ", He does! He began his acting career in musical theater as a child and appeared in productions of The Sound of Music (2006) and The Book of Mormon (20122015), rising to prominence for originating the title role in Broadway coming-of-age musical Dear Evan Hansen (20152017). [18] In a 1999 interview, he explained that he had chosen to focus on film and television rather than theater because of his family. Please respect my privacy at this time. It was made available for pre-order, along with the songs "Bad Habit" and "Ease My Mind" a few days later. Ben Platt is arguably the most famous of the Brothers Platt; he originated the role of Evan Hansen in Dear Evan Hansen, released his debut album last year, Sing To Me Instead, and has a concert special on Netflix that was filmed at Radio City. Read all about Oliver Platt with TV Guide's exclusive biography including their list of awards, celeb facts and more at TV Guide. Their dad, Marc Platt, is a movie, TV, and theater producer. [36] However, Platt was unable to return to the Tufts campus,[36] and the 2008 award was instead given to Jeff Kindler, chief executive of pharmaceutical company Pfizer.[36]. [22] The series was not picked up by ABC. come back is an Easy listening song by Ben Platt, released on August 13th 2021 in the album Reverie. "[60] His on-screen performance, as well as the film itself, received a negative reception from critics upon release, leading him to a nomination for Worst Actor at the 42nd Golden Raspberry Awards in 2022. He is a paternal grandson of architect Geoffrey Platt and wife Helen (Choate). Oliver Platt began his career with some small roles on television and in theater, and would get his first big break in movies with 1988's "Married to the Mob." It turns out the reason he got. Platt didnt address the nepotism claims. Parade on Broadway. The cast of Dear Evan Hansen won the Grammy for Best Musical Theatre Album. He played Blake, a gay millennial who isn't quite up scratch with the history of the LGBTQ+ community. Ben Platt stars in poignant trailer for 'Dear Evan Hansen' . [22], In December 2016, Platt originated the title role in Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre. "[10], Platt attended a progressive boarding school named Colorado Rocky Mountain School in Carbondale, Colorado. Nicholas Platt Jr. (brother born to same parents). Watch Ben Platt perform songs from his debut album Sing To Me Instead at the YouTube Space in NYCDownload/Stream Sing To Me Instead: https://benplatt.lnk.to/. The film premiered at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on April 1, 2021, and was released in the United States on July 23, 2021. [59] On August 8, 2021, the criticism against the casting went even further, with emerging claims that nepotism was involved in the decision. 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I don't know any actor who could do that. The show premiered on July 9, 2015, and closed August 23, 2015. However, Platt married Mary Camilla Bonsal Campbell on September 12, 1992, at the First Congregational Church in Kittery, Maine. In 1997, he made a TV debut in an episode of The Equalizer and in a year, Platt gained his first movie role in Married to the Mob. Oliver Platt Talks to His Brother Adam About Starring in 'Guys and Dolls' -- New York Magazine - Nymag The Brothers Platt By Adam Platt, a features writer at New York Photo: Hannah. Ben Platt, soon to perform at Stanford, says 'Reverie' was born out of his 'childhood bedroom' Ben Platt's second album "Reverie" will be heard across the country as he prepares for an. Image of Henry Platt, Ben Platt and Jonah Platt by Getty Images/Getty Images for EIF & XQ. Oliver Platt . Exclude: Great Migration Magna Carta Royalty. Unfortunately, Sheila passed away in 2018 because of a heart failure caused by scleroderma. Ben Platt is stressing the importance of the new Broadway revival of Parade after protesters harassed theatergoers during its first preview Tuesday night.. Much of the buzz on Tuesday, however, focused on Platt's hair, which appears to have been, um, upgraded for the movie. Empathetic and funny, the Dear Evan Hansen star recounted growing up on theater and starting his career at the age of 9 in the 2003 film The Music Man, based on the classic stage musical, alongside cast members Kristin Chenoweth, Matthew Broderick and Victor Garber. Clare his elder daughter was born in 1999. Platt and the cast played a month of previews, beginning on March 26, 2016, before premiering on May 1, 2016. [30] Platt donated a portion of the proceeds to support the March for Our Lives anti-gun-violence initiative, and also performed on stage with Miranda at the rally in Washington, D.C., on March 24, 2018. Following the release of his debut album, Platt embarked on his first North American tour in May 2019. [16], Platt makes his decisions about accepting acting roles based on the role being "different from what I just didI do have to be interested in the role". Are Ben Platt and Skylar Astin related? The Politician Star Ben Platt: His Net Worth And How He Became Famous. . [8] He and his family are Jewish. He's a contradictory human being with flaws and strengths. Just the right use of a pronoun can just change the whole vernacular. Actually were just gonna send you here: 18 things to know about Ben Platt. Oliver Platt Bio/Wiki, Net Worth, Married 2018 Oliver James Platt is an American screen and stage actor. His grandfather was the well known architect Geoffrey Platt, and Platt was also related to Princess Diana of Wales. Noah Galvin is in a relationship with Platt. Aisenberg says he gets people on the street shouting "PITCH PERFECT!" [50][51] In July, he announced on Twitter that his second studio album, Reverie, for which "Imagine" was released as its first single, will be released on August 13, 2021. [33] They have three children: Lily (born 1995), George (born 1997), and Clare (born 1999). All five siblings (well get to the sisters later) attended Camp Ramah in California, and went to Ramah Israel Seminar, a six-week trip to Israel for rising high school seniors. Ben is currently 29 years old. His father, Marc Platt is the producer behind La La Land, Wicked and tons of other movies. Related: The Politician Star Ben Platt: His Net Worth And How He Became Famous, https://twitter.com/dehmovie/status/1428009006522568705. Ben reprised the role in 2021 movie adaption of the musical. Platt's second studio album, Reverie, was released on August 13, 2021. The limited run is scheduled to conclude on August 6, 2023. [69] High demand for tickets on the first day of sale resulted in temporarily crashing the Telecharge ticket site, resulting in error messages and queues of an hour long. Starring: Ben Platt. He wasn't, but to be fair, he does look a LOT like the actor in the show. He has been nominated for a Golden Globe Award, as well as multiple Emmy and Screen Actors Guild Awards. After revealing that he was recording an album, Ben dropped Sing To Me Instead in March 2019. At the helm of such projects as Legally Blonde, La La Land, and Cruella, Dear Evan Hansen is one of his latest big projects. Lily is the eldest of three siblings. Yes, Scream VI Marketing Is Behind the Creepy Ghostface Sightings Causing Scares Across the U.S. David Oyelowo, Taylor Sheridan's 'Bass Reeves' Series at Paramount+ Casts King Richard Star Demi Singleton (EXCLUSIVE), Star Trek: Discovery to End With Season 5, Paramount+ Pushes Premiere to 2024. Here they are in the hospital before their babys birth, doing a super funny lip sync to Baby Mama: Also, he instagrams his dog with the hashtag #ShabbatShadoodle, so yes, we love him: The youngest Platt, Henry, is currently an undergrad at the University of Pennsylvania, where he is set to graduate next year (2021). [3][4] His older brother, Adam Platt, is a New York magazine restaurant critic. And not surprisingly, fans are confused and upset about what appears to be clear nepotism, with his son in the starring role. . As Reese began to get closer to him it was, . [21], In 2016, Platt once again originated the role of Evan Hansen at Second Stage Theatre. September 29, 2017. The project is set to be shot over the course of twenty years, with principal photography of the first sequence of the film having already been completed prior to the announcement. [21], His role in the television series Huff as Russell Tupper from 2004 to 2006 was well-received, especially by creator Bob Lowry, who said, "Oliver plays an alcoholic, drug-addicted, sexaholic, workaholic, womanizing misogynist who is adorable. Duration of Marriage: since 1992 till present. Ben is 5ft 9 and a quarter inches. Platt attended Harvard-Westlake School in Los Angeles, graduating in 2011. He made a small guest appearance on season nine of Will & Grace in the episode called "Who's Your Daddy". While they look like they could be brothers, former Pitch Perfect co-stars Ben and Skylar are not related. [42], Platt currently stars as Payton Hobart on the Netflix comedy-drama series The Politician, which tells the story of a very driven teen convinced that he's destined to become President of the United States. Sheila was a psychiatric social worker as well as a volunteer caseworker. Oliver Platt and Ben Platt are not related. . [56][57][58] Upon the release of the film's first trailer on May 18, 2021, the casting of Platt as Evan Hansen and the appearance of the film's version of the character received substantial criticism, with viewers commenting that he, at age 27, was too old to play a high schooler. With fan-favorite and Broadway star Ben Platt reprising his role as Evan Hansen, the movie is expected to be a hit. "[4] According to Platt, drama departments gave his childhood some stability, "It was something of a survival mechanism, in that it gave me a little subculture to plug into wherever I ended up. I already bought my tickets and took time off work to go this month and I'm not available the rescheduled date. [34], Platt has a home in North Haven, Maine. [16] Platt's work was nominated for two Emmy awards and a Golden Globe. He then trained at Shakespeare & Co. with Kristin Linklater. Ben Platt and Noah Galvin, Who Both Played Evan Hansen on Broadway, Are Dating: It's 'New' Galvin went public with their relationship in May 2020 during an episode of the Little Known Facts. Flying Across The Country to Hopefully See Josh Groban + Ben Platt. In winning at the age of 23, for his work in Dear Evan Hansen, Platt became the youngest winner in the award's history. Enter a Crossword Clue Were I not to do the movie, it probably wouldnt get made. [32] The casting of Platt caused minor controversy, over allegations that the filmmakers were appropriating the story of female reporter Robyn Doolittle. The revival began previews on February 22, 2023 and is scheduled to open March 16, 2023 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. I've been living a lie. If you don't already know Ben Platt, here's a quick crash course about the Broadway and Netflix star. Galvin and Gordon are best friends and did a play together about a decade ago. He told USA Today: "Having an example of someone who's open and can share their sexuality through art is a beautiful thing, and I'm so happy kids are going to be able to see that. He's got that everyman quality. June 9, 2021: Ben Platt opens up about his relationship with Noah Galvin During an appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Platt opened up about Galvin, revealing how their relationship first. In 2012, Platt had a supporting role in the musical comedy Pitch Perfect, loosely based on the non-fiction book Pitch Perfect: The Quest for Collegiate A Cappella Glory. It wasnt out of a sense of peril; it was a feeling of ldor vdor, that I was a link in the chain., Marc and Julie raised their kids with a traditional Jewish upbringing to protect them from Marcs world, to teach them to be committed to a community larger than themselves and to live a grounded life.. Even if you can't immediately place the name, you're sure to know Oliver Platt's face. [12] At 11, he appeared in a brief national tour of Caroline, or Change, by Jeanine Tesori and Tony Kushner. [16] He obtained an agent while working at Manhattan Punch Line Theatre, and met actor Bill Murray at his cousin's Christmas party. This certainly isnt the first time that Hollywood has chosen an actor that is too old for the role. As well as appearing in the first two Pitch Perfect movies, Ben has also appeared in Ricki & The Flash alongside Meryl Streep, Run This Town, Drunk Parents, Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk and The Female Brain. He handled the topic of religion lightly, making jokes about being an openly gay Jewish man. Ben Platt addressed "antisemitic" protests occurring outside the Broadway musical "Parade," saying they underscored the importance of the revival. [71], On June 9, 2022, it was announced that Platt would produce and star in the musical comedy film Theater Camp, inspired by the 2020 short film of the same name co-written with Noah Galvin, Molly Gordon, and Nick Lieberman. Movie Actor. Funnily enough, Ben was also part of an a capella group at Columbia University called Nonsequitur. Copyright 2023 Endgame360 Inc. All Rights Reserved. Oliver Platt is famed around the world for his astonishing acting skills and irresistible charisma. Payton is an ambitious student from Santa Barbara, who was adopted by Georgina Hobart's (Gwyneth Paltrow) very rich family. [16] He was nominated for a Tony award for "Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play". The show premiered at the Bank of America Theatre on December 19, 2012, after a week of previews. [46], Platt released a new single, "So Will I", on May 8, 2020. 9th great-grandfather . Platt initially won the role of Evan Hansen on Broadway at the age of 21. He's also dating Noah Galvin! (Netflix), While it's his first leading TV role, The Politician won't be Ben's TV debut. Noah confirmed the news while being interviewed for the latest episode of the podcast Little Known Facts with Ilana Levine. I originally saw Russell as a blond stud, but when I saw what Oliver could do, I realized how much better, richer, and less predictable he was than my idea of the character Oliver is very committed to the idea that story and dialogue be character-driven and unique". In 2018, Ben performed at the Grammys as part of a tribute to Broadway where he sang 'Somewhere' from West Side Story. As if that wasnt enough, some have pointed out that Platts father has actually produced almost all the work in which his son has appeared. [12], Platt majored in drama at Tufts University, where he met and became close friends with Hank Azaria. Oliver Platt is 57 years old Is ben platt related to oliver platt. Ben is on Instagram and Twitter at @bensplatt. Despite the controversy and continued skepticism from some, many are excited to see their favorite musical on the big screen. The decision to cast Ben Platt as the title character in the film version of Dear Evan Hansen has caused a lot of controversy but was it worth it? alt z gen z singer-songwriter dc indie hopebeat indie poptimism hollywood show tunes indie anthem-folk indie pop nyc pop. Charles as a patient. His brother Jonah is also a Broadway actor, having starred as Fiyero in Wicked. The Tony-winning actor, 29, best known for playing the title role in "Dear Evan Hansen, ". The couple has not given any information related to the circumstances which led to their paths crossing and ending up getting married.