Gavin Creel

2024 - 9 - 30

The Curtain Falls on Broadway's Beloved Gavin Creel at Just 48: A Bittersweet Farewell 🎭💔

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Broadway is mourning the loss of Tony Award winner Gavin Creel, who brought joy to countless audiences. He'll be forever remembered for his magical performances and indomitable spirit! 🌟#RIPGavinCreel #BroadwayLegend

Gavin Creel, the charismatic Tony Award-winning Broadway star known for his magnetic performances in iconic musicals like "Hello, Dolly!", "Hair", and "Thoroughly Modern Millie", has sadly passed away at the age of 48. He died in his home in Manhattan after battling a rare and aggressive form of cancer known as metastatic melanotic peripheral nerve sheath sarcoma, just two months after his diagnosis in July 2024. The news has sent waves of grief through the Broadway community and beyond, as fans and fellow performers alike remember his extraordinary talent and generous spirit.

Creel first captured the hearts of theatergoers as the charming Yonkers feed store clerk in the revival of "Hello, Dolly!", a performance that earned him a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. His stunning vocals and engaging presence made him a sought-after performer, as he also made memorable appearances in hit shows like "The Book of Mormon," "Waitress," and "Into the Woods." Gavin’s ability to bring characters to life with vulnerability and sincerity was unrivaled, making the audience feel as if they were part of a grand family reunion every time he took to the stage.

Tributes have poured in from all over the world, with fans reflecting on his contributions to theater and the joyful moments he created on stage. One particularly heartfelt message came from Casey Likes, star of Broadway’s "Almost Famous," who remarked, "We lost our Prince today," emphasizing Creel’s regal presence in theater. His infectious joy and passion for the arts inspired many aspiring performers, and his laughter echoed long after the curtain dropped.

As the curtain closes on the life of Gavin Creel, his legacy will undoubtedly live on in the hearts of those who were touched by his artistry. Interestingly, Creel was not only talented on stage; he once appeared on "American Horror Stories," showcasing his versatility as an actor. Beyond the bright lights of Broadway, Creel was also known for his philanthropic efforts, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and support for underprivileged youth. This multi-faceted star had a zest for life that defied the ordinary, and he will be deeply missed in the theater world and beyond.

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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.”

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 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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Broadway Star Gavin Creel Dies At 48, Two Months After Cancer ... (Today.com)

Broadway star Gavin Creel died at the age of 48. He had been diagnosed with metastatic melanotic peripheral nerve sheath sarcoma, a rare and aggressive form ...

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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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Gavin Creel Dies: Tony-Winning Broadway Star Of 'Waitress', 'Into ... (Deadline)

In stunning and sad news, Gavin Creel, one of Broadway's most popular and acclaimed leading men, died in Manhattan today just two months after being ...

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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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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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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, ...

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Broadway Mourns Its Beloved Gavin Creel: “We Lost Our Prince ... (Deadline)

Among the more poignant remembrances pouring onto social media comes from Casey Likes, the star of Broadway's Almost Famous and Back to the Future.

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

Tony-winning Broadway star Gavin Creel died on Monday following a short battle with an aggressive, rare cancer.

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Gavin Creel, Broadway star known for 'Hello, Dolly!' and 'Waitress ... (CNN)

Gavin Creel, a Tony-winning Broadway veteran known for his work in productions of “Hello, Dolly!” “Waitress” and “The Book of Mormon,” has died, ...

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Tony Award-winning Broadway star Gavin Creel dies at 48 (WABC-TV)

Gavin Creel, a Broadway veteran who won a Tony Award for "Hello, Dolly!" and nominations for "Hair" and "Thoroughly Modern Millie," died of 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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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, 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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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: American Horror Story and Broadway star Gavin Creel ... (BBC News)

Creel was best known as a stage star in shows such as Hello Dolly! opposite Bette Midler, which earned him a Tony award in 2017. He played Cornelius Hackl ...

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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, 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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Gay Broadway actor and activist Gavin Creel passes away (http://gcn.ie/)

Tony Award-winning actor Gavin Creel died in his home earlier this week after being diagnosed with cancer in July.

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