Gavin Creel

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Broadway Star Gavin Creel: A Legend Shines On Forever! 🌟

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Remembering the unforgettable Gavin Creel, Broadway's shining star who graced our hearts and stages! 💔✨

The lights of Broadway have dimmed slightly as we mourn the passing of Tony Award-winning actor Gavin Creel, who succumbed to a rare and aggressive form of sarcoma after a valiant fight. Known for his remarkable performances in classics such as "Hello, Dolly!" and "The Book of Mormon," Gavin was not just a performer; he was a beacon of talent and charisma. Born on April 18, 1976, he stole the hearts of theatre lovers from around the globe, bringing laughter and emotion to the stage with every note he sang.

Creel's career was marked by numerous accolades, including his Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for his endearing role as Cornelius Hackl in "Hello, Dolly!" His unique ability to connect with audiences made him a standout in modern musicals, as well as a proud performer in productions such as "Hair" and "Thoroughly Modern Millie." He was also featured in "Into the Woods," further solidifying his status as one of the most beloved faces on stage.

Beyond his stage triumphs, Gavin’s charm extended beyond Broadway. He ventured into film and television, appearing on series like "American Horror Stories," where his talent translated seamlessly from stage to screen. His engaging personality and undeniable stage presence turned him into a household name, inspiring generations of aspiring actors and singers to chase their dreams. It's safe to say that Creel’s legacy will continue to resonate in the arts world for years to come.

While we reflect on the impactful career of Gavin Creel, it's a stark reminder of how art and performance can shape lives. Not only did he entertain millions, but he was also a passionate advocate for numerous causes, including LGBTQ+ rights and various charities that promoted the arts. Interestingly, did you know that while Gavin was born in Michigan, he often cited his love for Australia and even considered it a second home of sorts? This connection to Australia shows just how deeply he touched fans around the world, transcending boundaries through his love for musical theatre. No doubt, his spirit will continue to inspire all those who enjoy the magic of stage performances!

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Remembering Broadway and West End star GAVIN CREEL | West ... (West End Best Friend)

It has been announced today that Tony Award-winning actor Gavin Creel has sadly passed away after a battle with a rare and aggressive form of sarcoma, ...

Gavin Creel, Tony Award winner and musical Broadway veteran ... (Powell River Peak)

NEW YORK (AP) — Gavin Creel, a Broadway veteran who won a Tony Award for “Hello, Dolly!” and nominations for “Hair” and “Thoroughly Modern Millie,” died ...

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Gavin Creel Dies: Broadway Star & 'American Horror Stories' Actor ... (wyomingnewsnow.tv)

Known for his turns in stage productions of Hello, Dolly!, The Book of Mormon, and Waitress among many others, Creel died on Monday, September 30th at home.

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Tony Award winner and musical Broadway veteran Gavin Creel dies ... (Braintree and Witham Times)

Publicist Matt Polk said Creel died at his home in Manhattan of metastatic melanotic peripheral nerve sheath sarcoma. He was diagnosed in July 2024. Creel had a ...

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Gavin Creel, Tony-Winning Musical Theater Actor, Dies at 48 (The New York Times)

He won the award playing a Yonkers feed store clerk in “Hello, Dolly!” and was also nominated for roles in “Thoroughly Modern Millie” and “Hair.”

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Gavin Creel, Tony-Winning Actor From 'Hair' and 'Hello, Dolly!,' Dies ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Gavin Creel, a Tony-Award Winning Actor from 'Hair,' 'Hello, Dolly!' and more, has died at the age of 48 after battling cancer.

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Gavin Creel, Tony-Winning Broadway Actor, Dead at 48 (Vulture)

Gavin Creel, the Tony winner who starred in musicals like 'Thoroughly Modern Millie,' 'Hair, and 'Hello Dolly!,' is dead at 48.

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Tony Award winner and musical Broadway veteran Gavin Creel dies ... (Connaught Telegraph)

Publicist Matt Polk said Creel died at his home in Manhattan of metastatic melanotic peripheral nerve sheath sarcoma. He was diagnosed in July 2024. Creel had a ...

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Gavin Creel Dead: Broadway Star of Hair, Hello Dolly, More Was 48 (Variety)

Gavin Creel, a Tony-winning Broadway star who appeared in "Hair," "Hello, Dolly," "Into the Woods" and more, died Monday. He was 48.

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Gavin Creel, Broadway star known for 'Hello, Dolly!' and 'Hair,' dies ... (NBC News)

Tony Award-winning Broadway star Gavin Creel died Monday, months after being diagnosed with an aggressive, rare cancer.

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Tony winner Gavin Creel dies of rare cancer at 48 (PBS NewsHour)

Creel, a Broadway musical theater veteran who won a Tony Award for “Hello, Dolly!” opposite Bette Midler and earned nominations for “Hair” and “Thoroughly ...

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Star dead two months after brutal diagnosis (NEWS.com.au)

Gavin Creel, the Tony Award-winning star of Broadway musicals such as Hello, Dolly! and Hair, died Monday in New York, his partner confirmed.

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Gavin Creel, Tony Award-Winning 'Helly, Dolly!' Star, Dies At 48 (Forbes)

Gavin Creel, the musical theater actor who won a Tony Award for "Hello, Dolly!" and an Olivier Award for "The Book of Mormon," died on Monday at his home in ...

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Tony Award winner Gavin Creel has died (KAGSTV.com)

Creel performed the role of Dr. Pomatter in Sara Bareilles' musical “Waitress” on Broadway in 2019 and on the West End in 2020.

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Gavin Creel, Tony Winner and Broadway Veteran, Dies at 48 (TIME)

Creel, who won a Tony for 'Hello, Dolly!' and performed in shows including 'Waitress' and 'Hair,' died of a rare and aggressive form of cancer.

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Gavin Creel: American Horror Story and Broadway star Gavin Creel ... (BBC News)

TV and Broadway star Gavin Creel has died from a “rare and aggressive” cancer at the age of 48, his publicist Matt Polk has announced.

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Gavin Creel: Tony Award-winning star dies aged 48 (Sky News)

Creel enjoyed success in revivals and won a Tony Award for his portrayal of Cornelius Hackl opposite Bette Midler's Dolly Levi in the 2017 revival of Hello, ...

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Gavin Creel, Tony-winning Broadway actor, dies of sarcoma at 48 (CBS New York)

Broadway is mourning the death of actor Gavin Creel, a star who shined on stage for more than 20 years.

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Gavin Creel poured his heart into his final show (The Washington Post)

Tony Award-winning actor Gavin Creel, who died on Monday at age 48, combined confidence and swagger with unflinching vulnerability.

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Gavin Creel, Tony award-winning Broadway star, dies at 48 (The Guardian)

The actor, who appeared in Thoroughly Modern Millie, Waitress, Hair and Hello, Dolly, has died of a rare form of cancer.

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Gavin Creel dead: Broadway's elite pay tribute to late star (Los Angeles Times)

Broadway stars remember Gavin Creel after his death of a rare cancer. Bette Midler, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Andrew Rannells and Idina Menzel shared tributes.

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Tony-winner Gavin Creel dazzled in 'Hello, Dolly!,' 'Into the Woods' (Los Angeles Times)

Broadway performer Gavin Creel, who died Monday at age 48, won a Tony for "Hello, Dolly!" and was also nominated for roles in “Thoroughly Modern Millie” and ...

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