Andrew Rannells

Actor, Author

American Omaha, Nebraska, USA

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Author
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth23/08/1978
Age47 years
BirthplaceOmaha, Nebraska, USA

Latest News about Andrew Rannells

09/06/2026

Andrew Rannells returned to Broadway to guest star as Elder Price in The Book of Mormon from June 9 to June 14, 2026, reprising his iconic Tony-nominated role. His performance was part of a special run celebrating the show's continued success on Broadway.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameAndrew Scott Rannells

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolCreighton Preparatory School
UniversityThe Juilliard School (did not graduate, moved to Broadway)

Relationships & More

Past RelationshipsMike Doyle (2011)
Current RelationshipTuc Watkins (announced September 2019)

Career

Notable Works
Theatre
  • Elder Price in The Book of Mormon (2011, Tony-nominated)
  • Jersey Boys
  • Hairspray (2005 debut)
  • Whizzer in Falsettos (2017 revival)
  • Gutenberg! The Musical! (2023, with Josh Gad)
  • Guest starring in The Book of Mormon on Broadway (June 9-14, 2026)
Books
  • Too Much Is Not Enough (2019)
  • Uncle of the Year: & Other Debatable Triumphs (2023)
Awards
  • Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album (2012, The Book of Mormon)
  • Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Musical (2011, The Book of Mormon)
  • Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Musical (2011, The Book of Mormon)
TV/Film
  • Recurring role in HBO series Girls
  • How I Met Your Mother
  • The Intern
  • The Knick
  • Why Him?
  • Will & Grace
  • The Prom (2020)
  • A Simple Favor (2018)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Guest starring in The Book of Mormon on Broadway from June 9-14, 2026
2. Recurring role in HBO series Girls
3. Voices Andrei in Nickelodeon series Welcome to the Wayne
4. First openly gay male performer to win a Grammy for a musical theater album as a principal artist
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