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Chris Colfer gained international recognition for his portrayal of Kurt Hummel on the television musical Glee (2009–2015). Colfer's portrayal of Kurt received critical praise for which he has been the recipient of several awards, including the 2011 Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Television Film, three consecutive People's Choice Awards for Favorite Comedic TV Actor from 2013 to 2015, two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series nominations and one Grammy Award nomination. In April 2011, Colfer was named one of the Time 100, Time's list of the 100 most influential people in the world.



Colfer wrote, starred in, produced, and novelized his first film, Struck by Lightning, which debuted at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival. He also wrote The New York Times bestselling The Land of Stories series of children's fiction books, starting with The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell. As of June 2024, he has published twenty books.

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Photos: Opening Night Red Carpet and After Party of TINSELCOLOR: HOLIDAY SOUNDTRACKS Photo
Photos: Opening Night Red Carpet and After Party of TINSELCOLOR: HOLIDAY SOUNDTRACKS At CineVita
by Lily Lim - Dec 7, 2025

Opening Night and after party photos from TINSELCOLOR: HOLIDAY SOUNDRACKS, hosted by global pop icon Joey McIntyre.
Elton John's Academy Award Viewing Party Raises Over $8.6 Million Photo
Elton John's Academy Award Viewing Party Raises Over $8.6 Million
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2025

Last night, the Elton John AIDS Foundation hosted its 33rd Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards® Viewing Party, raising over $8.6 million in support of the Foundation’s mission to end AIDS. 
Sundance Chats with Olivia Colman, John Lithgow, Benedict Cumberbatch & More Photo
Sundance Chats with Olivia Colman, John Lithgow, Benedict Cumberbatch & More
by Tyler Hinton - Jan 31, 2025

Not just movie screenings, the Sundance Film Festival also features many opportunities to interact with and hear from filmmakers and celebrities. One space that received raves from its invitation-only visitors was The Elvis Suite at Park City’s Firewood, featuring film critic Elvis Mitchell holding intimate conversations with on- and off-screen luminaries.
Will WICKED Movie's ‘Defying Gravity’ Single Surpass GLEE on Billboard Charts? Photo
Will WICKED Movie's ‘Defying Gravity’ Single Surpass GLEE on Billboard Charts?
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2024

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande's rendition of the iconic musical number, sung by Elphaba and Glinda in Wicked, has hit the Billboard Top100 this week. In 2009, the Glee version of the song peaked at 31 on the chart.
Kristin Chenoweth, Jinkx Monsoon, & More Donate Items for 'Pride and Less' Prejudice Photo
Kristin Chenoweth, Jinkx Monsoon, & More Donate Items for 'Pride and Less' Prejudice Virtual Auction
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2024

From September 26-29, 2024, the non-profit organization Pride and Less Prejudice (PLP) will host its fourth annual #BannedTogether virtual auction. This year’s auction features items and experiences donated by a group of diverse celebrities including Daniel Radcliffe, Jinkx Monsoon, Kristin Chenoweth, Sara Bareilles, and more.
Photos: THE CIVILITY OF ALBERT CASHIER Opens at the Colony Theatre Photo
Photos: THE CIVILITY OF ALBERT CASHIER Opens at the Colony Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024

The Colony Theatre has officially opened The Civility of Albert Cashier, a new musical. Check out photos from opening night on the red carpet here
Videos: Dylan Mulvaney and Chris Colfer Join the 'Roses Turn' TikTok Trend Photo
Videos: Dylan Mulvaney and Chris Colfer Join the 'Roses Turn' TikTok Trend
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2024

Social media star Dylan Mulvaney is jumping on the Rose's Turn TikTok viral bandwagon, with a cameo from the trendsetter himself, GLEE star, Chris Colfer. Watch the video!
Photos: Go Inside TAO Park City at Sundance with CASAMIGOS Photo
Photos: Go Inside TAO Park City at Sundance with CASAMIGOS
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 21, 2024

Check out photos from inside TAO Park City’s annual pop-up at Sundance Film Festival, featuring Aubrey Plaza, Kieran Culkin, Dylan Mulvaney, Steven Yeun, Chris Colfer, and more!
The Drama Book Shop Announces Upcoming Author Events Photo
The Drama Book Shop Announces Upcoming Author Events
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023

The Drama Book Shop presents a series of events featuring new theatrical literary works by authors and playwrights. Join them for inspiring discussions and celebrations of the power of American theater. Reserve your seat on their website.
Chris Colfer, Cameron Esposito, And Alexandra Billings Will Participate In A Virtual Photo
Chris Colfer, Cameron Esposito, And Alexandra Billings Will Participate In A Virtual Panel On Queer Visibility And Authorship
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2023

On Saturday, June 3 at 2 PM EDT, Pride and Less Prejudice (PLP) will host a virtual panel on the importance of queer people telling their own stories.
Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of NAME THAT TUNE on FOX - Wednesday, February 1, 2 Photo
Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of NAME THAT TUNE on FOX - Wednesday, February 1, 2023
by TV Scoop - Jan 26, 2023

Get all the scoop on NAME THAT TUNE, airing on FOX on Wednesday, February 1, 2023! Jordin Sparks vs. Clay Aiken and Amber Riley vs. Chris Colfer. Tony Award winner Jane Krakowski hosts, and Grammy Award-winning producer Randy Jackson serves as band leader. Watch a video clip from a recent episode now!
GLEE Controversies Uncovered in New Discovery+ Docu-Series Photo
GLEE Controversies Uncovered in New Discovery+ Docu-Series
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2022

The series will pull the curtain back on the good and bad experiences of Glee's cast and crew. The series will also feature testimonies from close friends and family, revealing never-heard-before stories. The docu-series will also have exclusive access to Glee cast and crew members, who will give their personal stories.
GLEE To Return to Streaming on Disney+ and Hulu This June! Photo
GLEE To Return to Streaming on Disney+ and Hulu This June!
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2022

The musical comedy teen drama Glee will make its return to streaming on Disney+ and Hulu.
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