Audra McDonald
American actress and singer · audramcdonald.com
Audra Ann McDonald is an American actress and singer. Primarily known for her work on the Broadway stage, she has won six Tony Awards, more performance wins than any other actor, and is the only person to win in all four acting categories. Wikipedia
Born: 1970 (age 53 years), Berlin, Germany
Spouse: Will Swenson (m. 2012) and Peter Donovan (m. 2000–2009)
Children: Zoe Madeline Donovan
Parents: Anna McDonald and Stanley McDonald, Jr
Education: Juilliard School (BM)
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Who does Audra McDonald play in Hamilton?
Playing Maria Reynolds to Lin-Manuel Miranda's Alexander Hamilton, McDonald performed “Say No To This” — but with a sultry twist, as “that's when Ms. Billie Holiday came into my life.”
What did Audra McDonald win an Emmy for?
On television, McDonald is known for her roles in ABC's Private Practice and NBC's The Sound of Music Live!, and she won an Emmy as the official host of PBS's Live From Lincoln Center.
Did Audra McDonald go to Juilliard?
Audra McDonald received her classical musical training at New York's prestigious Juilliard School. The young lyric soprano initially found the highly competitive conservatory atmosphere discouraging as she struggled to find her artistic identity.
What play is Audra McDonald's in now?
Now, McDonald, 53, will play Rose in a Broadway revival of “Gypsy” opening later this year. “It's one of the great roles in musical theater, and I've always thought maybe some day I could try it,” McDonald said in an interview.
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“Audra McDonald at the London Palladium” premieres Friday, May 17 at 9/8c on Great Performances. Photo by Audra McDonald on May 12, 2024. May be a black-and ...
Audra McDonald is an American actress and singer. Primarily known for her work on the Broadway stage, she has won six Tony Awards, more performance wins than ...