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Will Swenson is an American actor and singer, primarily recognized for his extensive work in musical theater on Broadway and the West End ¹². He has also developed a film career, particularly within LDS (Latter-day Saint) cinema ¹.

Early Life and Background

Born on October 26, 1972, in Provo, Utah, USA, Swenson is the grandson of playwright and actress Ruth Hale ¹³⁵⁷. He moved frequently throughout the United States during his childhood and attended Brigham Young University. He also served as a Mormon missionary ⁵.

Career Highlights

Swenson's career spans both stage and screen, with significant roles in notable productions:

Broadway and West End

He is well-known for his principal roles in major musical theater productions, including:

• Hair, for which he received a Tony Award nomination ¹.
• Les Misérables ¹.
• Waitress ¹.
• As You Like It ¹.
• A Beautiful Noise, where he portrayed Neil Diamond ⁸.

Film and Television

Beyond the stage, Swenson has appeared in:

• Sons of Provo (2004), a film he co-wrote, directed, and acted in, which falls under LDS Cinema ³⁵.
• The Switch (2010) ³.
• The Greatest Showman (2017) ³.

Personal Life

Will Swenson has been married to fellow actress Audra McDonald since October 6, 2012 ³⁴. They have one child together ³. Prior to his marriage to McDonald, he was married to Amy Westerby ³.