Gavin Creel

Gavin Creel Biography 2024 Age, Born, Family, Salary, Net Worth And More

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Gavin James Creel April 18, 1976 – September 30, 2024 was an acclaimed American actor, singer, and songwriter, celebrated for his work in musical theater. Throughout his career, he earned numerous prestigious awards, including a Grammy, Tony, Drama Desk Award, and Laurence Olivier Award. Creel made his Broadway debut in 2002 as Jimmy in Thoroughly Modern Millie, followed by his Tony Award-nominated performance as Claude in the 2009 Broadway revival of Hair. He later portrayed Elder Price in The Book of Mormon from 2012 to 2015, receiving a Laurence Olivier Award for his role in the West End production. In 2017, Creel won a Tony Award for his performance as Cornelius Hackl in Hello, Dolly!.

Gavin Creel Biography 2024

Other highlights of his stage career include performances in La Cage aux Folles (2004), She Loves Me (2016), Waitress (2019), and Into the Woods (2022) on Broadway, as well as Mary Poppins (2006), Hair (2010), and Waitress (2020) in the West End. He also toured nationally with Fame (1998) and Into the Woods (2023). While primarily known for his theater work, Creel’s screen credits include his role as Bill in Eloise at the Plaza and its Christmas sequel.

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Gavin Creel Details

Born
Gavin James Creel

April 18, 1976

Findlay, Ohio, U.S.
DiedSeptember 30, 2024 (aged 48)

New York City, U.S.
Alma materUniversity of Michigan (BFA)
Occupations
  • Actor
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • librettist
  • producer
Years active1997–2024
Genres
  • Pop
  • musical
Instrument
  • Vocals
Websitewww.gavincreel.com

Gavin Creel Early Life

Creel was born in Findlay, Ohio, on April 18, 1976, and grew up in a deeply religious household, which he found alienating. He turned to theater as a means of escape. He graduated from Findlay High School in 1994 and went on to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts in musical theater from the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance in 1998.

Gavin Creel’s Broadway Debut and Career Milestones

Performance Year
Role
2002
Jimmy in Thoroughly Modern Millie
2004
Jean-Michel in La Cage aux Folles
2009
Claude in Hair
2012–2015
Elder Price in The Book of Mormon
2017
Cornelius Hackl in Hello, Dolly!
2019
Dr. Pomatter in Waitress
2022
The Wolf & Cinderella’s Prince in Into the Woods

Broadway and West End Roles

Production
Role Played
Thoroughly Modern Millie
Jimmy Smith
La Cage aux Folles
Jean-Michel
Hair (West End & Broadway)
Claude
The Book of Mormon
Elder Price
Hello, Dolly!
Cornelius Hackl
She Loves Me
Steven Kodaly
Waitress (West End & Broadway)
Dr. Pomatter
Into the Woods
The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince

Gavin Creel’s Career Breakthroughs

Show/Production
Award/Recognition
Thoroughly Modern Millie
Tony Award Nomination for Best Actor in a Musical
Hair
Tony Award Nomination for Best Actor in a Musical
The Book of Mormon
Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical
Hello, Dolly!
Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical

Gavin Creel’s Film and Television Appearances

Film/Television
Role
Eloise at the Plaza
Bill
Eloise at Christmastime
Bill
American Horror Story (2021)
Various Roles
*PBS Concert for Wicked (2021)
Performer

Gavin Creel Influence on LGBT Rights and Activism

LGBT Activism Initiative
Role/Contribution
Broadway Impact
Co-Founder, LGBT Rights Group
RFamily Vacations Cruises
Regular Participant
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
Board of Trustees (2015–2024)

Personal Life

Partner/Relationship
Details
Jonathan Groff (2009)
Former Partner, Fellow Actor
Henry Gottfried
Former Partner
Alex Temple Ward
Partner at the time of Creel’s death

Gavin Creel Health and Illness

Year
Health Issue
2024
Diagnosed with metastatic melanotic peripheral nerve sheath sarcoma
2024
Passed away on September 30, 2024, from cancer

Legacy and Tributes to Gavin Creel

Event
Tribute/Recognition
Broadway Theaters
Dimming of lights in tribute to Creel’s passing
London
Candlelight vigil at the Actors’ Church in Covent Garden
Hello, Dolly! Cast
Pay tribute to Creel during his final performance

Gavin Creel’s Major Awards and Nominations

Award
Production
Tony Award
Hello, Dolly!
Laurence Olivier Award
The Book of Mormon (West End)
Grammy Award
Various Contributions
Drama Desk Award
Various Performances

Gavin Creel’s Musical Contributions

Album/Production
Details
Goodtimenation
Creel’s debut studio album (2006)
Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice
Self-written musical (2023)
Into the Woods
Musical Revival (2022–2023, National Tour)

Theater Collaborations with Gavin Creel

Production
Collaborators
Thoroughly Modern Millie
Sutton Foster
Hair
Will Swenson, Caissie Levy
The Book of Mormon
Josh Gad, Andrew Rannells
Hello, Dolly!
Bette Midler, Bernadette Peters
She Loves Me
Jane Krakowski

Gavin Creel Impact on Broadway Live Streaming

Broadway Show
Impact/Contribution
She Loves Me
First Broadway show ever to be live-streamed

Gavin Creel’s Awards for Acting

Award
Category
Tony Award
Best Featured Actor in a Musical (2017)
Laurence Olivier Award
Best Actor in a Musical (2014)
Drama Desk Award
Best Actor in a Musical (various nominations)

Tributes to Gavin Creel after His Passing

Location
Tribute Type
Broadway Theaters
Dimming of lights
London’s Actors’ Church
Candlelight vigil

Gavin Creel’s Career

Aspect
Details
Career Highlights
Tony Award winner, Broadway star in Thoroughly Modern Millie, Hair, The Book of Mormon, Hello, Dolly! and Into the Woods
Advocacy
Prominent LGBT rights activist and co-founder of Broadway Impact
Final Role
Last performed in Into the Woods national tour (2023)
Legacy
Remembered for his immense talent, activism, and the lasting impact he made on musical theater

Gavin Creel Net Worth

Gavin Creel’s net worth was estimated to be around $3 million.

Gavin Creel Summary

Gavin Creel (1976–2024) was an American actor, singer, and songwriter celebrated for his work in musical theater, with notable performances in Thoroughly Modern Millie, Hair, The Book of Mormon, and Hello, Dolly!. He won a Tony Award and received other accolades, including a Laurence Olivier Award. Creel was an outspoken advocate for LGBT rights, co-founding Broadway Impact and supporting causes like marriage equality. His career also spanned film and television, with appearances in Eloise at the Plaza and American Horror Story. Creel passed away in 2024 after a battle with cancer, leaving a lasting legacy in theater and activism.

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