History of Jonathan Groff in Timeline
Jonathan Groff is a celebrated American actor and singer recognized for his accomplishments in both stage and screen productions. His talent has earned him prestigious accolades, including a Tony Award and a Grammy Award. He has also received a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award, highlighting his versatility and impact on the entertainment industry.
8 hours ago : Jonathan Groff's Tony Nomination, Gideon Glick's LGBTQ+ Initiative: A Broadway Buzz
Darren Criss jokes about Lea Michele's thoughts on his Tony nomination against Jonathan Groff. Gideon Glick launched the Blue Roses Project, an LGBTQ+ theater initiative, with Groff on the board. The project was launched by Gideon Glick and James Will McBride.
1969: Mention of Woodstock Festival
The text mentions the 1969 Woodstock Festival in relation to Jonathan Groff's film Taking Woodstock, where he played Michael Lang.
March 26, 1985: Jonathan Groff Born
On March 26, 1985, Jonathan Drew Groff was born. He is an American actor and singer known for his performances on stage and screen.
2003: High School Graduation
In 2003, Jonathan Groff graduated from Conestoga Valley High School and deferred his admission to Carnegie Mellon University to tour with The Sound of Music.
December 11, 2005: In My Life Closing
On December 11, 2005, the Broadway musical In My Life, where Jonathan Groff was an understudy, closed after 61 performances and negative reviews.
2005: Broadway Debut
In 2005, Jonathan Groff made his Broadway debut in the musical In My Life.
August 5, 2006: Spring Awakening Off-Broadway Closing
On August 5, 2006, the off-Broadway run of Spring Awakening, starring Jonathan Groff, closed at the Atlantic Theater Company.
December 10, 2006: Spring Awakening Broadway Debut
On December 10, 2006, Jonathan Groff debuted as Melchior Gabor in the Broadway production of Spring Awakening at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
2006: Tony Nomination for Spring Awakening
In 2006, Jonathan Groff received a Tony nomination for his role as Melchior Gabor in the original production of the rock musical Spring Awakening.
April 2007: One Life to Live Storyline Cut
In April 2007, Jonathan Groff's storyline about a school shooting on the ABC soap opera One Life to Live, where he played Henry Mackler, was cut due to the Virginia Tech shooting.
November 2007: Pretty/Handsome Pilot
In November 2007, Jonathan Groff was cast in the FX series Pretty/Handsome, directed by Ryan Murphy, and filmed a pilot, but the series was not picked up.
May 18, 2008: Departure from Spring Awakening
On May 18, 2008, Jonathan Groff departed from his role in the Broadway production of Spring Awakening, alongside co-star Lea Michele.
August 31, 2008: Hair Performance Ends
On August 31, 2008, Jonathan Groff's performance as Claude in the Shakespeare in the Park production of Hair concluded.
December 21, 2008: Prayer for My Enemy Concludes
On December 21, 2008, Jonathan Groff's performance as Billy Noone in the off-Broadway production of Prayer for My Enemy concluded at Playwrights Horizons.
May 17, 2009: The Singing Forest Concludes
On May 17, 2009, Jonathan Groff's performance in the off-Broadway production of The Singing Forest concluded at the Public Theater.
October 2009: Came out as gay
In October 2009, Jonathan Groff publicly came out as gay during the National Equality March when asked by a Broadway.com reporter.
2009: Taking Woodstock Release
In 2009, Jonathan Groff appeared in Ang Lee's comedy-drama film Taking Woodstock, about the 1969 Woodstock Festival.
2009: Glee
In 2009, Jonathan Groff began his television career with a recurring guest role as Jesse St. James in the Fox musical-comedy series Glee.
August 21, 2010: West End Debut in Deathtrap
On August 21, 2010, Jonathan Groff made his West End debut in the London revival of Deathtrap, playing Clifford Anderson.
2010: Recurring role in Glee
In 2010, Jonathan Groff began a recurring role in the Fox musical comedy-drama Glee as Jesse St. James.
2010: Began relationship with Zachary Quinto
In 2010, Jonathan Groff began a relationship with actor Zachary Quinto.
2010: The Conspirator
In 2010, Jonathan Groff played Louis J. Weichmann in the film The Conspirator.
January 15, 2011: Deathtrap Concludes
On January 15, 2011, Jonathan Groff's run in the London revival of Deathtrap concluded at the Noël Coward Theatre.
October 22, 2011: The Submission Closes
On October 22, 2011, the off-Broadway production of The Submission, starring Jonathan Groff, concluded its run at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.
September 9, 2012: Red Performance Ends
On September 9, 2012, Jonathan Groff's performance as Ken in the Center Theatre Group production of John Logan's play Red concluded.
October 2012: Boss series concludes
In October 2012, Jonathan Groff appeared as Ian Todd in the second and final season of the Starz political drama series Boss.
January 20, 2013: C.O.G. Premieres at Sundance
On January 20, 2013, the comedy-drama film C.O.G., starring Jonathan Groff as David, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
June 11, 2013: The Pirates of Penzance Gala
On June 11, 2013, Jonathan Groff played Frederic in a one-night-only Shakespeare in the Park gala production of The Pirates of Penzance.
September 20, 2013: C.O.G. Released in Theaters
On September 20, 2013, the film C.O.G., starring Jonathan Groff, was released in theaters.
November 19, 2013: Frozen Premiere
On November 19, 2013, the Disney animated feature Frozen, where Jonathan Groff voiced Kristoff and Sven, premiered.
2013: Red reprisal
In 2013, Jonathan Groff and Alfred Molina reprised their roles in John Logan's play Red through L.A. Theatre Works.
2013: Ended relationship with Zachary Quinto
In 2013, Jonathan Groff's relationship with actor Zachary Quinto ended.
May 25, 2014: The Normal Heart Released
On May 25, 2014, "The Normal Heart," a film adaptation of Larry Kramer's play, in which Groff portrayed Craig Donner, was released. The film won the Critics' Choice Award for Best Movie and the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Television Movie.
June 29, 2014: Grand Marshal at New York City Gay Pride Parade
On June 29, 2014, Jonathan Groff served as a Grand Marshal at the New York City Gay Pride Parade.
2014: Starred in Looking
In 2014, Jonathan Groff began starring as Patrick Murray, a gay video game developer, in the HBO comedy-drama series Looking. The show, which ran from 2014 to 2015, followed a group of gay friends navigating relationships in San Francisco.
2014: Looking on HBO
In 2014, Jonathan Groff starred as Patrick Murray in the HBO comedy-drama series Looking, which centered on the lives of gay men.
2014: Candlelight Processional Narrator
In 2014, Jonathan Groff was a guest narrator at Disney's Candlelight Processional.
March 3, 2015: Joined Hamilton cast
On March 3, 2015, Jonathan Groff joined the cast of the musical "Hamilton" as King George III, replacing Brian d'Arcy James.
March 13, 2015: Frozen Fever Premiere
On March 13, 2015, Jonathan Groff reprised his role as Kristoff in the short film sequel Frozen Fever.
March 23, 2015: Looking series canceled
On March 23, 2015, the HBO comedy-drama series "Looking," in which Groff starred as Patrick Murray, was canceled after two seasons due to low ratings. However, a television film was green-lit to conclude the story.
April 2015: Honored with Point Horizon Award
In April 2015, Jonathan Groff was honored by the Point Foundation with the Point Horizon Award for his advocacy for LGBTQIA communities.
May 3, 2015: End of Hamilton Off-Broadway Run
On May 3, 2015, Jonathan Groff's run as King George III in "Hamilton" concluded with the end of the show's off-Broadway production at the Public Theater.
May 19, 2015: How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying Concert
On May 19, 2015, Jonathan Groff starred as J. Pierrepont Finch in a one-night-only concert of the musical "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" at the Royal Festival Hall in London, alongside Cynthia Erivo.
October 25, 2015: First stint in Hamilton Broadway
On October 25, 2015, Jonathan Groff finished his first stint as King George III in the Broadway production of Hamilton at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.
December 1, 2015: Returned to Hamilton on Broadway
On December 1, 2015, Jonathan Groff reprised his role as King George III in the Broadway production of "Hamilton" for a second stint at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.
December 2015: Honored with Bayard Rustin Award
In December 2015, Jonathan Groff was honored by Equality Pennsylvania with the Bayard Rustin Award for his work to ensure the LGBT community will be visible, accepted, and celebrated in society.
2015: Event Chair for Elton John AIDS Foundation Gala
In 2015, Jonathan Groff served as an Event Chair for the Elton John AIDS Foundation's 14th Annual New York Benefit Gala, demonstrating his long-time support for the organization.
2015: Hamilton on Broadway
In 2015, Jonathan Groff starred as King George III in the original production of the historical musical Hamilton on Broadway.
2015: Starred in A New Brain
In 2015, Jonathan Groff starred in an Encores! production of the musical "A New Brain" as Gordon Schwinn. The production was part of the New York City Center's Encores! Off-Center staged concert series, which took place from June 24 to 27, 2015.
April 9, 2016: Left Hamilton on Broadway
On April 9, 2016, Jonathan Groff concluded his second stint as King George III in the Broadway production of "Hamilton" at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.
July 23, 2016: Looking film premiered on HBO
On July 23, 2016, the television film concluding the story of the series "Looking," in which Groff starred as Patrick Murray, premiered on HBO.
2016: Looking: The Movie
In 2016, Jonathan Groff reprised his role as Patrick Murray in the television film Looking: The Movie, a continuation of the HBO series.
July 2017: Starred in 36 Questions podcast musical
In July 2017, Jonathan Groff starred as Jase in "36 Questions," the first podcast musical, which follows a couple trying to salvage their marriage.
July 23, 2017: Performed in Sondheim on Sondheim
On July 23, 2017, Jonathan Groff performed in a one-night only symphonic concert production of "Sondheim on Sondheim" at the Hollywood Bowl.
October 2017: Starred in Mindhunter
In October 2017, Jonathan Groff starred in the Netflix crime thriller series "Mindhunter" as FBI agent Holden Ford, a serial killer profiler.
2017: Mindhunter on Netflix
In 2017, Jonathan Groff began portraying FBI Special Agent Holden Ford in the Netflix period crime drama Mindhunter.
2017: Reprised Kristoff in Olaf's Frozen Adventure
In 2017, Jonathan Groff reprised the character Kristoff in Olaf's Frozen Adventure.
2017: Named Out100's Entertainer of the Year
In 2017, Jonathan Groff was named Out100's Entertainer of the Year, celebrating impactful LGBTQ+ public figures.
2018: Began relationship with Corey Baker
In 2018, Jonathan Groff began dating New Zealand choreographer Corey Baker.
2018: Worked on concert version of The Bobby Darin Story
In 2018, Jonathan Groff worked on a concert version of the project, currently titled "Just in Time", with director Alex Timbers when it was titled The Bobby Darin Story.
2018: Starred in The Bobby Darin Story
In 2018, from January 20 to 22, Jonathan Groff starred as the titular character in the off-Broadway production of "The Bobby Darin Story".
August 16, 2019: Mindhunter Season 2 premiered
On August 16, 2019, Jonathan Groff starred in the second season of the Netflix series Mindhunter reprising his role as Holden Ford.
September 17, 2019: Starred in Little Shop of Horrors revival
On September 17, 2019, Jonathan Groff began starring as Seymour Krelborn in the off-Broadway revival of "Little Shop of Horrors" at the Westside Theatre.
November 2019: Reprised role as Kristoff in Frozen II
In November 2019, Jonathan Groff reprised his role as Kristoff in the film "Frozen II," singing the solo song "Lost in the Woods."
December 2019: Joined cast of The Matrix Resurrections
In December 2019, Jonathan Groff joined the cast of "The Matrix Resurrections," the fourth installment of "The Matrix" franchise, portraying former Agent Smith.
2019: Purchased home in Pennsylvania
In 2019, Jonathan Groff purchased a home next to his father's horse farm in Christiana, Pennsylvania.
2019: Frozen II
In 2019, Jonathan Groff reprised his role voicing Kristoff and Sven in Frozen II.
2019: Little Shop of Horrors
In 2019, Jonathan Groff starred as Seymour Krelborn in the Off-Broadway musical revival of Little Shop of Horrors.
January 2020: Frozen II became highest-grossing animated film
In January 2020, "Frozen II", where Jonathan Groff reprised his role as Kristoff, surpassed the first installment to become the highest-grossing animated film of all time.
January 19, 2020: End of Little Shop of Horrors revival
On January 19, 2020, Jonathan Groff's run in the off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors as Seymour Krelborn concluded.
July 3, 2020: Hamilton film production released on Disney+
On July 3, 2020, Jonathan Groff's Broadway performance as King George III in "Hamilton" was featured in the film production released on Disney+.
August 2020: Ham4Change Virtual Fundraiser
In August 2020, Jonathan Groff joined the Hamilton cast in organizing the virtual fundraiser event Ham4Change for organizations working to end systemic racism. This event raised over $1 million for various organizations, including the Equal Justice Initiative and Color of Change.
October 3, 2020: Virtual Event for Pennsylvania Democratic Party
On October 3, 2020, Jonathan Groff participated in a virtual event for the Pennsylvania Democratic Party.
October 16, 2020: Fundraiser for Biden Victory Fund
On October 16, 2020, Jonathan Groff and the original Hamilton cast participated in a virtual fundraiser event for the Biden Victory Fund, supporting Joe Biden for the 2020 presidential election.
November 2020: To star in Molly and the Moon
In November 2020, it was announced that Jonathan Groff would star as Brian in Molly and the Moon.
December 13, 2020: Virtual Holiday Concert Fundraiser
On December 13, 2020, Jonathan Groff and Sasha Hutchings hosted a virtual holiday concert fundraiser to support the campaigns of Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock in the Georgia Senate runoff elections.
December 2020: Joined cast of Invincible
In December 2020, Jonathan Groff joined the cast of "Invincible" as Rick Sheridan, an Amazon Prime Video adult animated superhero series.
2020: Emmy Nomination for Hamilton
In 2020, Jonathan Groff was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his role in the Disney+ live stage recording of Hamilton.
2020: Ended relationship with Corey Baker
In 2020, Jonathan Groff's relationship with New Zealand choreographer Corey Baker ended.
March 2021: To Star in Lost Ollie
In March 2021, it was announced that Jonathan Groff would star in Lost Ollie.
March 26, 2021: Invincible episodes released
On March 26, 2021, the first episodes of the Amazon Prime Video animated series "Invincible," featuring Jonathan Groff as Rick Sheridan, were released.
December 22, 2021: The Matrix Resurrections was released
On December 22, 2021, The Matrix Resurrections, in which Jonathan Groff portrayed former Agent Smith, was released in theaters and on HBO Max.
2021: The Matrix Resurrections
In 2021, Jonathan Groff played Smith in The Matrix Resurrections.
March 2022: Cast in Knock at the Cabin
In March 2022, it was announced that Jonathan Groff had been cast in M. Night Shyamalan's horror film "Knock at the Cabin".
May 3, 2022: Spring Awakening: Those You've Known premiered
On May 3, 2022, "Spring Awakening: Those You've Known," a concert documentary executive produced by Jonathan Groff, premiered on HBO.
August 24, 2022: Lost Ollie premiered on Netflix
On August 24, 2022, "Lost Ollie", the live-action/animation hybrid series in which Jonathan Groff voices the title role, premiered on Netflix.
December 2022: Will reprise role in Merrily We Roll Along
In December 2022, it was announced that Jonathan Groff would reprise his role in the first Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along in the fall of 2023.
2022: Spring Awakening Documentary
In 2022, Jonathan Groff executive produced the HBO documentary film Spring Awakening: Those You've Known, which documented the 15-year reunion of the original cast of the musical.
2023: Knock at the Cabin
In 2023, Jonathan Groff played a father held hostage in Knock at the Cabin.
2023: Will Guest Star in Doctor Who
In 2023, it was announced that Jonathan Groff would guest star in the fourteenth series of Doctor Who.
October 2024: Joined Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Board of Trustees
In October 2024, Jonathan Groff joined the Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Board of Trustees.
2024: Tony Award Win
In 2024, Jonathan Groff won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance as Franklin Shepard in the musical revival of Stephen Sondheim's Merrily We Roll Along.
March 25: Starring in Just in Time
As of March 2025, Jonathan Groff is starring in "Just in Time", a musical about Bobby Darin.
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