Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Reneé Rapp

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Reneé Rapp made an impact.

Reneé Rapp is an American singer-songwriter and actress known for her role as Regina George in Broadway's 'Mean Girls' (2019-2020), a role she reprised in the 2024 film adaptation. She also starred in the HBO Max series 'The Sex Lives of College Girls' (2021-2024). Rapp launched her music career with her debut EP 'Everything to Everyone' in 2022, followed by her studio album 'Snow Angel' in 2023. Her second album, 'Bite Me', was released in August 2025.

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July 27, 2018: Rapp Performed at Supergirl Pro Surf and Music Festival

On July 27, 2018, Reneé Rapp performed at the 2018 Supergirl Pro Surf and Music Festival.

September 23, 2018: Rapp Participated in Broadway Back to School Event

On September 23, 2018, Reneé Rapp took part in The Educational Theatre Foundation's fourth annual Broadway Back to School event held at Feinstein's/54 Below.

December 2018: Rapp Read Role in Roundabout Theatre Company's Reading of Parade

In December 2018, Reneé Rapp read the role of Monteen in Roundabout Theatre Company's reading of "Parade".

January 12, 2019: Rapp Performed at BroadwayCon's 2019 Star to Be Event

On January 12, 2019, Reneé Rapp performed at BroadwayCon's 2019 Star to Be event, singing "They Just Keep Moving the Line" from the NBC musical drama series "Smash".

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March 4, 2019: Rapp Performed at Feinstein's/54 Below

On March 4, 2019, Reneé Rapp performed at Feinstein's/54 Below's 54 Sings "The High School Musical Trilogy".

May 28, 2019: Rapp to Take Over Role in Mean Girls on Broadway

On May 28, 2019, it was announced that Reneé Rapp would be taking over the role of Regina George in the Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical, "Mean Girls".

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September 10, 2019: Rapp Started Permanently in Mean Girls on Broadway

On September 10, 2019, Reneé Rapp started permanently in the role of Regina George in the Broadway musical, "Mean Girls".

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2019: Reneé Rapp starred as Regina George in Mean Girls on Broadway

In 2019, Reneé Rapp gained recognition for starring as Regina George in the Broadway musical "Mean Girls".

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March 11, 2020: Mean Girls Production Closed

On March 11, 2020, the "Mean Girls" production closed in accordance with Broadway's shutdown.

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October 14, 2020: Rapp Cast in The Sex Lives of College Girls

On October 14, 2020, Reneé Rapp was cast as Leighton Murray in Mindy Kaling's HBO Max teen comedy series "The Sex Lives of College Girls".

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2020: Reneé Rapp starred as Regina George in Mean Girls on Broadway

In 2020, Reneé Rapp continued starring as Regina George in the Broadway musical "Mean Girls".

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January 7, 2021: Mean Girls Show Would Not Reopen

On January 7, 2021, it was announced that the "Mean Girls" show would not reopen.

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2021: Reneé Rapp in The Sex Lives of College Girls

In 2021, Reneé Rapp starred in the HBO Max comedy series "The Sex Lives of College Girls".

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November 11, 2022: Rapp released her debut EP Everything to Everyone

On November 11, 2022, Reneé Rapp released her debut extended play (EP) "Everything to Everyone".

November 14, 2022: Rapp Announced "Everything to Everyone: The First Shows" Tour

On November 14, 2022, Reneé Rapp announced her first tour, "Everything to Everyone: The First Shows", which included four dates across the United States, and due to high demand, additional dates and venue upgrades were added.

December 9, 2022: Rapp to Reprise Role in Mean Girls Musical Film

On December 9, 2022, it was announced that Reneé Rapp would reprise her role as Regina George in a musical film adaptation of "Mean Girls".

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2022: Reneé Rapp released debut EP

In 2022, Reneé Rapp released her debut EP, "Everything to Everyone".

January 12, 2023: Rapp Announced First International Performance

On January 12, 2023, Reneé Rapp announced her first international performance of her debut EP.

January 19, 2023: Rapp Performed at Sold-Out Show in London

On January 19, 2023, Reneé Rapp performed a three-time venue-upgraded sold-out show at the O2 Forum Kentish Town.

February 2023: Deluxe Version of Everything to Everyone EP Released

In February 2023, a deluxe version of Reneé Rapp's EP "Everything to Everyone" was released, featuring two new songs.

June 16, 2023: Rapp Announced Snow Hard Feelings Tour

On June 16, 2023, Reneé Rapp announced an international Snow Hard Feelings tour, supported by Alexander 23 and Towa Bird.

July 2023: Rapp Not Returning as Lead for Season 3 of The Sex Lives of College Girls

During July 2023, it was reported that Reneé Rapp would not be returning as a lead for season 3 of "The Sex Lives of College Girls".

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August 18, 2023: Rapp's Debut Album Snow Angel Released

On August 18, 2023, Reneé Rapp's debut studio album, "Snow Angel", was released.

October 2023: Rapp Expressed Desire to Focus on Music Career

In October 2023, Reneé Rapp mentioned having no desire to return to acting after "Mean Girls" due to the anxiety the environment gave her, wanting to instead focus on a music career and cited the Broadway production of Mean Girls exacerbated her eating disorder.

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November 17, 2023: Deluxe Version of Snow Angel Released

On November 17, 2023, a deluxe version of Reneé Rapp's "Snow Angel" was released, featuring four new songs, including a remix of "Tummy Hurts" with Coco Jones, and the official video for the remix was also released.

2023: Reneé Rapp Released Debut Album Snow Angel

In 2023, Reneé Rapp released her full-length studio album, "Snow Angel".

January 12, 2024: Mean Girls Film Released in Theaters

On January 12, 2024, the "Mean Girls" film was released in theaters nationwide.

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January 20, 2024: Rapp Performed on Saturday Night Live

On January 20, 2024, Reneé Rapp performed "Snow Angel" and "Not My Fault" on Saturday Night Live, with the latter featuring Megan Thee Stallion.

March 5, 2024: Mean Girls Film Available to Stream on Paramount+

On March 5, 2024, the "Mean Girls" film became available to stream on Paramount+.

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2024: Reneé Rapp Reprised Role in Mean Girls Film

In 2024, Reneé Rapp reprised her role as Regina George in the musical film adaptation of "Mean Girls" and contributed to its soundtrack.

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February 4, 2025: Rapp Announced as L'Oréal Paris Global Ambassador

On February 4, 2025, L'Oréal Paris announced Reneé Rapp as its newest global ambassador.

May 21, 2025: Rapp Announced Second Album Bite Me and Released Lead Single

On May 21, 2025, Reneé Rapp announced her second studio album, "Bite Me", and released the lead single "Leave Me Alone".

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May 25, 2025: Rapp Performed at the American Music Awards

On May 25, 2025, Reneé Rapp performed the song "Leave Me Alone" at the American Music Awards.

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June 2025: Rapp Served as Grand Marshal at WorldPride DC and Released Single

In June 2025, Reneé Rapp served as one of WorldPride DC's grand marshals alongside Laverne Cox, and released a promotional single titled "Mad" from the upcoming album "Bite Me".

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