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John Lloyd Young

Birth Place: Sacramento, California, USA

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BIO

John Lloyd Young is the Tony and Grammy award-winning star from the Original Broadway Cast of Jersey Boys as well as Clint Eastwood's Warner Bros. movie adaptation. Young is the only American actor to date to have received all four major Lead Actor honors in a Broadway musical: the Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Theatre World Award. Young has performed concerts at The White House, Carnegie Hall, New Year's Eve in Times Square, The Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, the U.S. Embassy in Finland, Clint Eastwood's Tehama Golf Club, The Hollywood Bowl, the Cafe Carlyle as well as Feinstein's in New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles. He served as a member of the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, appointed by Barack Obama.

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STAGE CREDITS

Jersey Boys Jersey Boys
[West End]
Original London Production, 2008
Frankie Valli [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Jersey Boys Jersey Boys
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
The Summer of the Swans
[Off-Broadway]
2003
Charlie
Sarah, Plain and Tall
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2002
Caleb
Sarah, Plain and Tall
[Off-Broadway]
2002

Movies

Oy Vey! My Son Is Gay!!
[ 2009 ] Nelson Hirsch
Jersey Boys
[ 2014 ] Frankie Valli

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

John Lloyd Young, Jersey Boys


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

John Lloyd Young , Jersey Boys


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2006 - Performance

John Lloyd Young, Jersey Boys


winner
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

John Lloyd Young, Jersey Boys

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SEUSSICAL 25TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION CONCERT and More Set for 54 Below Next Week Photo
SEUSSICAL 25TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION CONCERT and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Andew Keenan-Bolger, Ann Harada and more. Learn more!
See Ephraim Sykes, Joy Woods, Adrienne Warren and More at 54 Below in October Photo
See Ephraim Sykes, Joy Woods, Adrienne Warren and More at 54 Below in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025

In October of 2025, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Joy Woods, Adrienne Warren and more. Learn more!
John Lloyd Young to Launch Centenary Stage Company 2025-26 Season Photo
John Lloyd Young to Launch Centenary Stage Company 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025

Centenary Stage Company's 2025-26 Season will kick off with a Curtain Up! Gala concert performance by John Lloyd Young. Learn more and see how to attend.
Centenary Stage Company Launches 2025-26 Season With John Lloyd Young Photo
Centenary Stage Company Launches 2025-26 Season With John Lloyd Young
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2025

Centenary Stage Company's 2025-26 Season will kick off with a Curtain Up! concert performance by John Lloyd Young in September. Learn more about the upcoming performance here.
John Lloyd Young Will Play Feinstein's At The Nikko Photo
John Lloyd Young Will Play Feinstein's At The Nikko
by Emmy Rice - Jul 27, 2025

Tony and Grammy Award winner John Lloyd Young leaves virtually no stone unturned as he interprets the greatest hits of Little Anthony, The Platters, Sam Cooke, Smokey, Luther and, yes, some Jersey Boys, too. It's Mostly Soul!
Jennifer Simard, Beth Leavel and More Set for WPPAC 2025-2026 Concert Schedule Photo
Jennifer Simard, Beth Leavel and More Set for WPPAC 2025-2026 Concert Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2025

The White Plains Performing Arts Center has unveiled its 2025-2026 Special Events which include a variety of special events and concerts. Learn more here!
FOR DUSTY SPRINGFIELD... THE WINDMILLS OF MY MIND at Feinstein's at the Nikko Photo
FOR DUSTY SPRINGFIELD... THE WINDMILLS OF MY MIND at Feinstein's at the Nikko
by Emmy Rice - Jul 6, 2025

Feinstein's at the Nikko, San Francisco's premiere nightclub, will present Lianne Marie Dobbs in For Dusty... The Windmills of My Mind, one night only with music director Ron Abel and local band members Brian Sheu, Daniel Fabricant, and David Rokeach.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 4, 2025- THE WITCHES Exclusive First Look and More Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 4, 2025- THE WITCHES Exclusive First Look and More
by - Jul 4, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 4, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Jasmine Amy Rogers and More to Perform at Hudson River Park's BROADWAY BY THE BOARDWA Photo
Jasmine Amy Rogers and More to Perform at Hudson River Park's BROADWAY BY THE BOARDWALK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025

 Hudson River Park has unveiled the lineup for Broadway by the Boardwalk, a free summertime series. See who is taking part and learn how to attend upcoming concerts!
Summer 2025 NYC Theatre Guide: Broadway, Off-Broadway & Outdoors Photo
Summer 2025 NYC Theatre Guide: Broadway, Off-Broadway & Outdoors
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 22, 2025

There's nothing like summer in the city! Summer 2025 in New York City will bring with it plenty of new Broadway, off-Broadway, and outdoor productions to take in this June, July, and August. Let BroadwayWorld be your guide!
Centenary Stage Company to Offer Early Bird Special Photo
Centenary Stage Company to Offer Early Bird Special
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025

Centenary Stage Company has revealed its 2025-26 Professional Theatre Series, marking its 40th anniversary season of producing and presenting professional music, dance, and theatre. Learn more about how to purchase tickets!
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Review: TRACIE THOMS Burns Down The Basement At Return To 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 7, 2025

The show to see this summer is Tracie Thoms and there's one show left. Get there.
Café Centro Declares June as Rob Russell Birthday Month Photo
Café Centro Declares June as Rob Russell Birthday Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2025

To celebrate the birthday this month of Master Showman Rob Russell, Café Centro will be presenting his popular musical series three times. Learn more here!
John Lloyd Young Returns To Feinstein's Stage For Two Shows Photo
John Lloyd Young Returns To Feinstein's Stage For Two Shows
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2025

Tony and Grammy Award winner JOHN LLOYD YOUNG will return to the FEINSTEIN'S stage with Mostly Soul. Beloved Hits from Motown to Broadway. Learn more here!
National Music Theater Conference, Eden Espinosa and More Set for O’Neill Theater C Photo
National Music Theater Conference, Eden Espinosa and More Set for O’Neill Theater Center 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2025

The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center has unveiled its 2025 summer conference lineup as well as a formal expansion of its developmental  programming into the fall and winter seasons. Learn more!
John Lloyd Young Returns to 54 Below With a Brand-New Show Photo
John Lloyd Young Returns to 54 Below With a Brand-New Show
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025

54 Below will welcome back Jersey Boys star John Lloyd Young. Tony and Grammy Award winner John Lloyd Young returns to 54 Below with a brand-new set of his singular blend of retro and contemporary classics.
John Lloyd Young, Lillias White and More to Headline MR. FINN’S CABARET at Barringt Photo
John Lloyd Young, Lillias White and More to Headline MR. FINN’S CABARET at Barrington Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025

Barrington Stage Company has revealed the 2025 Summer Series of Mr. Finn’s Cabaret downstairs at the Sydelle and Lee Blatt Performing Arts Center. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets!
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center Seeking Vocalists for 2025 Cabaret Fellows Program Photo
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center Seeking Vocalists for 2025 Cabaret Fellows Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025

The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is now seeking vocalists for its 2025 Cabaret Fellows program. Applications. Learn more and see how to apply to the program here!
See MAMA, I'M A BIG GIRL NOW and More at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Photo
See MAMA, I'M A BIG GIRL NOW and More at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Audiences won’t want to miss nonstop music, dance and electrifying performances as Broadway’s biggest stars take the stage at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. See programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: John Lloyd Young Surprises Open Mic Audience at Cafe Centro Photo
Photos: John Lloyd Young Surprises Open Mic Audience at Cafe Centro
by Stephen Sorokoff - Feb 19, 2025

Cafe Centro may not have a Broadway celeb-filled roster like Jim Caruso’s Cast Party at Birdland. However, the local entertainers who fill the slots at Rob Russell’s Open Mic night at the popular Palm Beach venue are always abundantly talented.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has John Lloyd Young been in?

John Lloyd Young has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has John Lloyd Young been in?

John Lloyd Young has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was John Lloyd Young's first West End show?

John Lloyd Young's first West End show was Jersey Boys which opened in 2008

What awards has John Lloyd Young been nominated for?

Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Jersey Boys, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jersey Boys , Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Jersey Boys and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Jersey Boys.

What awards has John Lloyd Young won?

John Lloyd Young has won several prestigious awards for his role in Jersey Boys, including Outstanding Actor in a Musical from the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Actor in a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, the Theatre World Award for Performance, and the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical.

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