Early Life and Education of Sutton Foster: A Complete Timeline
How education and upbringing influenced the life of Sutton Foster. A timeline of key moments.
Sutton Foster is a celebrated American actress, primarily known for her extensive and acclaimed Broadway career. She has received seven Tony Award nominations for Best Actress in a Musical, winning twice for her performances in "Thoroughly Modern Millie" (2002) and "Anything Goes" (2011). She reprised her role in "Anything Goes" in London, earning an Olivier Award nomination. Her Broadway credits include roles in productions like "Grease", "Little Women", "Shrek the Musical", "The Music Man" and "Sweeney Todd". Beyond theater, Foster starred in the TV series "Bunheads" and the comedy-drama "Younger".
March 18, 1975: Sutton Foster Born
On March 18, 1975, Sutton Lenore Foster was born. She is an American actress known for her work on Broadway.
September 18, 2006: Marriage to Christian Borle
On September 18, 2006, Sutton Foster married actor Christian Borle.
2009: Divorce from Christian Borle
In 2009, Sutton Foster and Christian Borle divorced, though they remained friends.
January 2010: Teaches Master Class at NYU
Beginning in January 2010, Sutton Foster taught a Spring Semester master class at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts Undergraduate Department of Drama, culminating in a cabaret performance in May. She also taught a week-long master class session at Ball State University in January 2010.
September 2010: Continues Relationship with Ball State University
In September 2010, Sutton Foster continued her relationship with Ball State University by working with students in the classroom, teaching master classes, and performing workshops.
May 2012: Receives Honorary Doctorate from Ball State University
In May 2012, Sutton Foster received an honorary doctorate from Ball State University in recognition of her career in theater, television, and music.
September 19, 2013: Engagement to Ted Griffin
On September 19, 2013, Sutton Foster confirmed her engagement to screenwriter Ted Griffin.
October 25, 2014: Marriage to Ted Griffin
On October 25, 2014, Sutton Foster married screenwriter Ted Griffin.
March 5, 2017: Birth of Daughter Emily
On March 5, 2017, Sutton Foster's daughter, Emily, was born.
April 2017: Adoption of Baby Girl Emily
In April 2017, Sutton Foster announced that she and Ted Griffin had adopted a baby girl, Emily, born March 5, 2017.
May 2019: Receives Honorary Doctorate from Boston Conservatory
In May 2019, Sutton Foster received an honorary doctorate from Boston Conservatory at Berklee, which also introduced a merit scholarship in her name.
2019: Crocheted Gift for Hilary Duff
In 2019, Sutton Foster crocheted an octopus toilet paper cover as a wedding gift for her "Younger" costar, Hilary Duff.
October 2021: Publication of Hooked
In October 2021, Sutton Foster published her memoir, "Hooked", where she discusses using crafts to cope with challenging life events.
December 2021: Positive COVID-19 Test
In December 2021, Sutton Foster tested positive for COVID-19 and had to miss performances of "The Music Man".
March 2023: Faculty at Ball State University
As of March 2023, Sutton Foster is on the faculty of Ball State University as a theatre instructor, focusing on internships.
October 2024: Files for Divorce from Ted Griffin
In October 2024, Sutton Foster filed for divorce from Ted Griffin.
2025: Relationship with Hugh Jackman
As of summer 2025, Sutton Foster is in a relationship with actor Hugh Jackman.
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