Cheyenne Jackson

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Cheyenne Jackson (born July 12, 1975) is an American actor and singer. He is known for his roles in Broadway musicals, his performances in film and television, and his work as a concert performer and recording artist.

Early Life[edit | edit source]

Cheyenne David Jackson was born in Spokane, Washington. He was raised in Newport, Washington, a small town in the northeastern part of the state. Jackson developed an interest in acting and singing at a young age, inspired by his parents' love of music and theatre.

Career[edit | edit source]

Broadway[edit | edit source]

Jackson made his Broadway debut in the musical Thoroughly Modern Millie in 2002. He gained wider recognition for his role as Chad in the 2005 musical All Shook Up, for which he received a Theatre World Award for Outstanding Broadway Debut. He has also starred in other notable Broadway productions such as Xanadu, Finian's Rainbow, and The Performers.

Film and Television[edit | edit source]

Jackson has appeared in several films, including United 93 and The Green. He is also known for his work on television, with notable roles in series such as 30 Rock, Glee, and American Horror Story. In 30 Rock, he played the recurring character Danny Baker, while in Glee, he portrayed Dustin Goolsby. His roles in American Horror Story have varied across different seasons of the anthology series.

Music[edit | edit source]

In addition to his acting career, Jackson is an accomplished singer. He has performed in numerous concerts and cabaret shows, often collaborating with other artists. He has released several solo albums and has been featured on various cast recordings and soundtracks.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Jackson is openly gay and has been an advocate for LGBT rights. He married his partner, Jason Landau, in 2014. The couple has twins, a son and a daughter, born in 2016.

Awards and Nominations[edit | edit source]

Throughout his career, Jackson has received several awards and nominations for his work in theatre, film, and television. These include a Drama Desk Award nomination and a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination.

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