Thoroughly Modern Millie. It earned him his first Tony nomination.Subscribe to our newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.He had other notable appearances in Hair; La Cage aux Folles; She Loves Me; The Book of Mormon; Into The Woods, and Waitress. He won his Tony award in 2017 for ‘Featured Actor in a Musical’ for the revival of Hello, Dolly!, alongside Bette Midler.Midler was among the many stars to pay tribute to Creel, saying, “I looked forward to working with him every single night.
He was fantastic. I can’t believe he’s gone. What a loss.”Beloved by the #Broadway community, the radiant actor #GavinCreel has died from a rare form of cancer.
He played Cornelius Hackl to my Dolly in “Hello Dolly” and I looked forward to working with him every single night. He was fantastic. I can’t believe he’s gone.
What a loss.Many queer actors have voiced their heartbreak at Creel’s passing. Among them was Cheyenne Jackson, who clearly enjoyed a deep bond with his fellow Broadway performer.“For two months I’ve been bracing myself for this day. Holding my breath.
Hoping for a miracle,” said Jackson.“Reading the outpouring of love from all who loved you brings me some comfort, but I’m still stuck in anger. I’ll get to acceptance, I know I will…but for now I’m not there. 22 years ago we met and it was an instant spark.
You made me feel seen. I felt free with you. I marveled at your ability to make everyone in any room feel comfortable.
It was innate for you….never put on. You put people at ease. And then, juxtaposed with the most glorious voice I’ve ever heard and maybe ever will, and a talent and generosity of spirit overflowing.“Your curiosity about others and the world was unparalleled and your wicked and disgusting sense of humor was perfect.
I loved the way you opened your heart. I loved the way you loved my kids. I could trust you with my secrets and never worry about feeling judged for
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