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Ben Platt is a child actor, singer and songwriter; famous for "Dear Evan Hansen".
Ben Platt is a Tony Award-winning actor, singer and songwriter best known for his roles in the Broadway musicals Dear Evan Hansen, The Book of Mormon and The Politician. He has become one of the most sought-after stage performers in recent years, with passionate fans supporting him both on and offstage.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ben Platt is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On September 24, 1993, Ben Platt was born in Los Angeles, California.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Appears in Pitch Perfect</div><div class='timeline-text'>Platt makes his acting debut in the movie Pitch Perfect.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Broadway Debut in The Book of Mormon</div><div class='timeline-text'>Platt makes his Broadway debut in The Book of Mormon.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lead Role in Dear Evan Hansen</div><div class='timeline-text'>Platt takes on the lead role of Evan Hansen in the musical Dear Evan Hansen.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wins Tony Award for Best Actor</div><div class='timeline-text'>Platt wins the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance in Dear Evan Hansen.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Released Solo Album Sing to Me Instead</div><div class='timeline-text'>Platt releases his solo album Sing to Me Instead, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Starring Role in Netflix Series The Politician</div><div class='timeline-text'>Platt takes on the lead role of Payton Hobart in the Netflix series The Politician.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's an Amazing Performer</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Ben Platt is an amazing performer. His stage presence and vocal talent are truly remarkable, and he has won numerous awards for his performances. He has also demonstrated a great ability to take on different characters and tell their stories with emotion and authenticity.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's an Inspiration</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Ben Platt is an inspiration to many. He has been open about his struggles with mental health, body image, and self-acceptance, which makes him relatable to many people. He demonstrates that it is possible to overcome adversity and be successful at the same time.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's Talented in Multiple Genres</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Ben Platt is talented in multiple genres of music. Not only is he a Broadway star, but he also has released two albums of original songs and covers that have been well received by fans. His versatility allows him to appeal to a wide variety of audiences.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Began Acting at Age</h3><p class='facts-text'>Ben Platt began his professional acting career when he was just 11 years old, appearing in the Broadway production of The Music Man.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Won a Tony Award at Age</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2017, Ben Platt became the youngest male actor to win a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his role in Dear Evan Hansen.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Has an Album Debuted at Number 8 on Billboard</h3><p class='facts-text'>Ben Platt released his debut album Sing To Me Instead in 2019, which debuted at number 8 on the Billboard 200 chart.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Nominated for an Emmy Award</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2020, Ben Platt was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie for his role in The Politician.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Co-Founded the Anti-Bullying Organization Get Us PPE</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2020, Ben Platt co-founded the non-profit organization Get Us PPE, which provides personal protective equipment to frontline healthcare workers during the coronavirus pandemic.</p></div></div>
Ben Platt, a renowned stage actor, was born on September 24th, 1993. He is currently 29 years old. He is best known for originating the role of Evan Hansen in the Broadway Musical "Dear Evan Hansen," for which he earned a Tony Award, Grammy Award, and numerous other accolades.
Ben Platt has an estimated net worth of $3M. He is known for his work in music, theater, and television, and is especially known for originating the roles of Evan Hansen in the Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen, and Benji Applebaum in the Pitch Perfect film series. His wealth comes from his various performances and awards, as well as royalties from his albums and endorsements.
