Anthony Rapp is an American actor and singer best known for his stage and screen work. He gained recognition for originating the role of Mark Cohen in the Broadway musical "Rent" and reprised the role in the film adaptation. His other notable stage credits include "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" and "If/Then". Rapp has also appeared in the television series "Star Trek: Discovery" as Commander Paul Stamets.
1974: Parents' Divorce
Anthony Rapp's parents divorced in 1974, after which he was raised by his mother, a nurse.
1983: Anonymous Accusation Against Spacey
In 1983, an anonymous man joined Anthony Rapp in his suit against Kevin Spacey, accusing Spacey of sexually abusing him when he was 14 and Spacey was 23.
1986: Alleged Sexual Advance by Kevin Spacey
Anthony Rapp alleges that Kevin Spacey made an unwanted sexual advance towards him in 1986 when Rapp was 14 years old and Spacey was 26.
1986: Alleged Incident with Kevin Spacey
In 1986, an alleged incident of sexual misconduct involving Anthony Rapp, then 14, and actor Kevin Spacey, then 26, is said to have occurred.
1987: Film Debut in "Adventures in Babysitting"
Anthony Rapp made his screen debut in the 1987 film "Adventures in Babysitting," directed by Chris Columbus.
1989: Moved to New York to Attend NYU
In 1989, Anthony Rapp relocated to New York City to study film at New York University but left after a semester.
September 1994: "Rent" Callback and Role Offer
Anthony Rapp received his callback for "Rent" in September 1994 and was subsequently offered the role of Mark Cohen.
1996: Originated Role of Mark Cohen in "Rent"
In 1996, Anthony Rapp originated the role of Mark Cohen in the Broadway production of "Rent."
1997: Death of Mother
Anthony Rapp's mother, who had been battling cancer, passed away in 1997 at the age of 55.
1997: Publicly Discussed Sexual Orientation
In a 1997 interview with Oasis magazine, Anthony Rapp publicly addressed his sexual orientation, identifying as "queer."
1999: Starred in "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" Revival
Anthony Rapp took on the role of Charlie Brown in the 1999 Broadway revival of "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown."
2000: Debut Solo Album "Look Around" Released
Anthony Rapp released his debut solo album, "Look Around," in 2000.
2001: Previous Mention of Incident
Anthony Rapp had previously alluded to the 1986 incident with Kevin Spacey during a 2001 interview with The Advocate, but Spacey's name was omitted from publication to prevent legal repercussions and maintain privacy.
November 23, 2005: Release of "Rent" Film Adaptation
The film adaptation of "Rent," in which Anthony Rapp reprised his role as Mark Cohen, was released on November 23, 2005.
2005: Starred in "Feeling Electric" World Premiere
Anthony Rapp played The Doctor in the world premiere of "Feeling Electric" (later "Next to Normal") at the New York Musical Theatre Festival in 2005.
2006: Publication of Memoir "Without You"
Anthony Rapp published his memoir, "Without You: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and the Musical Rent," in 2006, after six years of writing.
October 7, 2007: Return to "Rent" on Broadway
Anthony Rapp returned to the Broadway stage as Mark Cohen in "Rent" alongside original cast member Adam Pascal, concluding their run on October 7, 2007.
2007: Development of One-Man Show
Anthony Rapp began developing a one-man stage show incorporating music, based on his memoir "Without You," in 2007.
2008: Assistant Director for "Next to Normal"
Anthony Rapp served as assistant director to Michael Greif for the Off-Broadway run of "Next to Normal" in 2008 and penned the introduction for the published script.
January 6, 2009: National Tour of "Rent"
Anthony Rapp, Adam Pascal, and Gwen Stewart, all original cast members, embarked on a national tour of "Rent" starting January 6, 2009.
2009: "Rent" United States Tour
Anthony Rapp reprised his role as Mark Cohen in the United States tour of "Rent" in 2009.
December 11, 2012: Release of "Without You" Stage Show Recording
A recording of Anthony Rapp's one-man show based on his memoir "Without You" was released on December 11, 2012, by PS Classics.
2012: Recognized as Openly Gay Actor
Metro Weekly referred to Anthony Rapp as "one of the first openly gay men on Broadway" in 2012.
December 15, 2013: Appearance in "Psych: The Musical"
Anthony Rapp appeared in "Psych: The Musical," an episode of the TV series "Psych," which premiered on USA Network on December 15, 2013.
March 5, 2014: "If/Then" Broadway Previews Begin
Previews for "If/Then," starring Anthony Rapp and Idina Menzel, commenced on Broadway at the Richard Rodgers Theater on March 5, 2014.
2014: Originated Role of Lucas in "If/Then"
Anthony Rapp originated the role of Lucas in the musical "If/Then" in 2014.
March 22, 2015: "If/Then" Closes on Broadway
"If/Then" concluded its Broadway run on March 22, 2015.
2016: "If/Then" National Tour
Anthony Rapp reprised his role as Lucas in the 2015-2016 national tour of "If/Then" with Idina Menzel and the original Broadway cast.
October 2017: Public Accusation Against Kevin Spacey
In October 2017, Anthony Rapp publicly accused actor Kevin Spacey of making an unwanted sexual advance towards him in 1986 when Rapp was 14 and Spacey was 26, during an interview with BuzzFeed.
2017: Sexual Misconduct Allegation Against Kevin Spacey
During the #MeToo movement in 2017, Anthony Rapp publicly accused actor Kevin Spacey of sexual misconduct that allegedly took place in 1986.
November 2019: Engagement to Ken Ithiphol
Anthony Rapp announced his engagement to his partner, Ken Ithiphol, in November 2019.
September 9, 2020: Anthony Rapp Sued Kevin Spacey
On September 9, 2020, Anthony Rapp took legal action against Kevin Spacey by suing him for sexual assault, sexual battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress under the Child Victims Act, which extended New York's statute of limitations for civil suits related to child sexual abuse. Rapp sought $40 million in damages.
October 20, 2022: Jury Decision on Spacey Lawsuit
On October 20, 2022, a jury found Kevin Spacey not liable in the lawsuit filed by Anthony Rapp, which accused Spacey of sexual misconduct.
2022: Civil Case Against Kevin Spacey
Anthony Rapp filed an unsuccessful civil case against Kevin Spacey in 2022 based on the alleged 1986 sexual misconduct. A jury found Spacey not liable.