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7 Portraits of Gavin Creel, Broadway Actor Who Passed Away at Age 48 Due to Rare Cancer

7 Portraits of Gavin Creel, Broadway Actor Who Passed Away at Age 48 Due to Rare Cancer

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7 Portraits of Gavin Creel, Broadway Actor Who Passed Away at Age 48 Due to Rare Cancer

Written by: Adristi Putri Febrianti
 
Gavin Creel, a Broadway actor who had been active on stage for over two decades, passed away at the age of 48 at his home in Manhattan on Monday, September 30, 2024. He breathed his last due to metastatic melanotic peripheral nerve sheath sarcoma, a rare type of cancer.

Gavin Creel was widely known for his roles in various iconic musicals such as HAIR, HELLO, DOLLY!, and INTO THE WOODS. His expertise and talent in acting and singing have made him one of the most respected figures in the theater world.

Throughout his career, Gavin Creel left a profound legacy in the industry, remembered not only for his stunning performances but also for his dedication and passion for the performing arts. This loss is felt by many fans and colleagues in the theater community.
 

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Gavin Creel's career on Broadway began in 2002 with his debut in the musical THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE alongside Sutton Foster. In his role as Jimmy Smith, he earned his first Tony nomination.  

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Gavin's peak success occurred in 2017 when he won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for HELLO, DOLLY! where he starred alongside Bette Midler.

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He was also awarded a Grammy Award in 2023 for Best Musical Theater Album for INTO THE WOODS. On the international stage, Gavin received the Laurence Olivier Award in 2014 for his role as Elder Price in THE BOOK OF MORMON in the West End.

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The loss of Gavin shocked the theater community and fans on Broadway. Bette Midler, who once starred alongside him, expressed her sorrow through a tweet on X on October 1, 2024, stating that this loss is tremendous.

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Sutton Foster, who also acted with him, shared her feelings on Instagram, "My sweet friend. I will love you forever." Young actor Casey Likes from ALMOST FAMOUS and BACK TO THE FUTURE also expressed his sadness.

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Casey wrote on Instagram that their meeting became an important moment, "I am grateful to him for saving my life two years ago." Gavin's words gave her strength during difficult times. Gavin is remembered as a highly inspirational and talented figure.

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The departure of Gavin Creel leaves a huge void in the theater stage, but his legacy will continue to live on through his works and inspiration.