Michael Jeter
Birth Place: Lawrenceburg, TN, USA
Latest News on Michael Jeter:
A Complete History of RAGTIME (Feb 8, 2026)
15 Broadway Musicals with Multiple Movie Adaptations (Jul 19, 2025)
Stream This Forgotten Jerry Herman Holiday Musical in Time for Christmas (Dec 20, 2024)
A Complete History of RAGTIME (Feb 8, 2026)
15 Broadway Musicals with Multiple Movie Adaptations (Jul 19, 2025)
Stream This Forgotten Jerry Herman Holiday Musical in Time for Christmas (Dec 20, 2024)
STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Hair
[ 1979 ] Sheldon
[ 1979 ] Sheldon
Ragtime
[ 1981 ] Special Reporter
[ 1981 ] Special Reporter
Soup for One
[ 1982 ] Mr. Kelp
[ 1982 ] Mr. Kelp
Zelig
[ 1983 ] Freshman #2 Michael Jeeter
[ 1983 ] Freshman #2 Michael Jeeter
The Money Pit
[ 1986 ] Arnie
[ 1986 ] Arnie
Dead Bang
[ 1989 ] Dr. Krantz
[ 1989 ] Dr. Krantz
Tango & Cash
[ 1989 ] Skinner
[ 1989 ] Skinner
Miller's Crossing
[ 1990 ] Adolph
[ 1990 ] Adolph
Just Like in the Movies
[ 1990 ] Vernon
[ 1990 ] Vernon
The Fisher King
[ 1991 ] Homeless Cabaret Singer
[ 1991 ] Homeless Cabaret Singer
Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit
[ 1993 ] Father Ignatius
[ 1993 ] Father Ignatius
Bank Robber
[ 1993 ] Night Clerk #1
[ 1993 ] Night Clerk #1
Drop Zone
[ 1994 ] Earl Leedy
[ 1994 ] Earl Leedy
Waterworld
[ 1995 ] Old Gregor
[ 1995 ] Old Gregor
Air Bud
[ 1997 ] Norm Snively
[ 1997 ] Norm Snively
Mousehunt
[ 1997 ] Quincy Thorpe
[ 1997 ] Quincy Thorpe
Thursday
[ 1998 ] Dr. Jarvis
[ 1998 ] Dr. Jarvis
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
[ 1998 ] L. Ron Bumquist
[ 1998 ] L. Ron Bumquist
Zack and Reba
[ 1998 ] Or
[ 1998 ] Or
Patch Adams
[ 1998 ] Rudy
[ 1998 ] Rudy
Jakob the Liar
[ 1999 ] Avron
[ 1999 ] Avron
True Crime
[ 1999 ] Dale Porterhouse
[ 1999 ] Dale Porterhouse
The Green Mile
[ 1999 ] Eduard Delacroix
[ 1999 ] Eduard Delacroix
The Naked Man
[ 1999 ] Sticks
[ 1999 ] Sticks
The Gift
[ 2000 ] Gerald Weems
[ 2000 ] Gerald Weems
South of Heaven, West of Hell
[ 2000 ] Uncle Jude
[ 2000 ] Uncle Jude
Jurassic Park III
[ 2001 ] Udesky
[ 2001 ] Udesky
Welcome to Collinwood
[ 2002 ] Toto
[ 2002 ] Toto
Open Range
[ 2003 ] Percy
[ 2003 ] Percy
The Polar Express
[ 2004 ] Smokey, Steamer
[ 2004 ] Smokey, Steamer
TV Shows
Elmo's World
Mr. Noodle
Mr. Noodle
Evening Shade
Herman Stiles
Herman Stiles
Picket Fences
Peter Lebeck
Peter Lebeck
The Wild Thornberrys
Biederman
Biederman
Awards and Nominations
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1990 - Best Actor - Musical
Michael Jeter , Grand Hotel
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1990 - Best Actor - Musical
Michael Jeter, Grand Hotel
winner
Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Michael Jeter, Grand Hotel
Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical
Michael Jeter, Grand Hotel
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1979 - Performance
Michael JeterG.R. Point
Videos
VIDEO: Are You Addicted To Tony Award Performance Videos? You're Not Alone
by Michael Dale - 2016-06-24 18:03:57
News
A Complete History of RAGTIME
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 8, 2026
The Broadway production of Ragtime was a glorious accomplishment, a riveting testament to the original American musical and to all that America itself could be. The show ran for 834 performances at the Ford Center, closing in the final year of the 20th century. It was nominated for 13 Tony Awards, taking home four.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 8, 2026
The Broadway production of Ragtime was a glorious accomplishment, a riveting testament to the original American musical and to all that America itself could be. The show ran for 834 performances at the Ford Center, closing in the final year of the 20th century. It was nominated for 13 Tony Awards, taking home four.
15 Broadway Musicals with Multiple Movie Adaptations
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 19, 2025
For years, Broadway musicals have spawned multiple film adaptations, from the early days of cinema to Steven Spielberg's remake of West Side Story. Take a look at our list of 15 musicals that have danced their way to the screen more than once!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 19, 2025
For years, Broadway musicals have spawned multiple film adaptations, from the early days of cinema to Steven Spielberg's remake of West Side Story. Take a look at our list of 15 musicals that have danced their way to the screen more than once!
Stream This Forgotten Jerry Herman Holiday Musical in Time for Christmas
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 20, 2024
With Christmas right around the corner, get into the holiday spirit with Mrs. Santa Claus, the forgotten Jerry Herman musical starring Angela Lansbury.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 20, 2024
With Christmas right around the corner, get into the holiday spirit with Mrs. Santa Claus, the forgotten Jerry Herman musical starring Angela Lansbury.
Anne Hearn and Brian Reddy to Star in THE MINUTES at the Springer Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024
The Springer Theatre will present Tracy Letts' The Minutes. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024
The Springer Theatre will present Tracy Letts' The Minutes. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Sunday Morning Michael Dale: Best Friends Become Two Unlikely (or Maybe Perfectly Matched) Lovers (or Maybe Not) in Reality-Based Musical Straight Forward
by Michael Dale - Jun 12, 2022
Billy Aberle and Chris Sabol's Straight Forward is an original musical inspired by an article by Mike Iamele that went viral on social media in 2014, explaining how he began developing romantic and sexual feelings for his male best friend Garrett Lech, despite them both identifying as straight.
by Michael Dale - Jun 12, 2022
Billy Aberle and Chris Sabol's Straight Forward is an original musical inspired by an article by Mike Iamele that went viral on social media in 2014, explaining how he began developing romantic and sexual feelings for his male best friend Garrett Lech, despite them both identifying as straight.
THE GREEN MILE to Be Released on 4K Ultra HD Blu-Ray
by Michael Major - Jan 5, 2022
The film stars Academy Award® winner Tom Hanks (Philadelphia, Forrest Gump), Academy Award® nominee Michael Clarke Duncan (Armageddon), David Morse, Bonnie Hunt, James Cromwell, Michael Jeter, Graeme Greene, Doug Hutchison, Sam Rockwell, Barry Pepper, Jeffrey DeMunn, Patricia Clarkson, and Harry Dean Stanton.
by Michael Major - Jan 5, 2022
The film stars Academy Award® winner Tom Hanks (Philadelphia, Forrest Gump), Academy Award® nominee Michael Clarke Duncan (Armageddon), David Morse, Bonnie Hunt, James Cromwell, Michael Jeter, Graeme Greene, Doug Hutchison, Sam Rockwell, Barry Pepper, Jeffrey DeMunn, Patricia Clarkson, and Harry Dean Stanton.
Student Blog: Every Single Tony Awards, Ranked
by Student Blogger: Emily Earle - Mar 12, 2021
This week, I was so sick I couldn’t get out of bed. What’s a neurotic theatre kid to do? Watch every Tony Awards that I could find, of course. Shout out to MsPoochSmooch.
by Student Blogger: Emily Earle - Mar 12, 2021
This week, I was so sick I couldn’t get out of bed. What’s a neurotic theatre kid to do? Watch every Tony Awards that I could find, of course. Shout out to MsPoochSmooch.
Quarantine Qs with THE LION KING Star Stephen Carlile!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2020
In today's Quarantine Qs, we check in with Stephen Carlile, who plays Scar in The Lion King on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2020
In today's Quarantine Qs, we check in with Stephen Carlile, who plays Scar in The Lion King on Broadway!
BWW Exclusive: GAY LIKE ME Author Richie Jackson Picks Top 10 Theatrical Experiences
by BWW Special - Feb 3, 2020
Now available from Harper Collins is Richie Jackson's Gay Like Me- a poignant and urgent love letter to his son. In the new book, the award-winning Broadway, TV and film producer reflects on his experiences as a gay man in America and the progress and setbacks of the LGBTQ community over the last 50 years.
by BWW Special - Feb 3, 2020
Now available from Harper Collins is Richie Jackson's Gay Like Me- a poignant and urgent love letter to his son. In the new book, the award-winning Broadway, TV and film producer reflects on his experiences as a gay man in America and the progress and setbacks of the LGBTQ community over the last 50 years.
Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Celebrates Milestone Anniversary with a Weekend of Festivities
by Julie Musbach - Oct 3, 2019
Circuit Playhouse, Inc. which includes Playhouse on the Square, The Circuit Playhouse, and NewWorks@TheatreWorks at the Square will celebrate its 50th Anniversary with a weekend of events November 15 to November 17, 2019.
by Julie Musbach - Oct 3, 2019
Circuit Playhouse, Inc. which includes Playhouse on the Square, The Circuit Playhouse, and NewWorks@TheatreWorks at the Square will celebrate its 50th Anniversary with a weekend of events November 15 to November 17, 2019.
Social Roundup: BroadwayWorld Fans Name Their Favorite Tony Award Performances!
by Linnae Medeiros - May 15, 2019
We asked, and you all answered! With Tony season in full swing, we asked BroadwayWorld readers to let us know which of the countless iconic Tony Award performances over the years is their favorite. We've now gathered some of the most popular answers for you to enjoy and to tide you over until this year's Tony Awards ceremony! Check them all out below!
by Linnae Medeiros - May 15, 2019
We asked, and you all answered! With Tony season in full swing, we asked BroadwayWorld readers to let us know which of the countless iconic Tony Award performances over the years is their favorite. We've now gathered some of the most popular answers for you to enjoy and to tide you over until this year's Tony Awards ceremony! Check them all out below!
BWW Review: GRAND HOTEL at Signature Theatre - A Lush Presentation
by Charles Shubow - Apr 25, 2019
I recall seeing GRAND HOTEL in its pre-Broadway incarnation at the Colonial Theatre in Boston in 1989. I took my mother and a niece. I do not have much recollection of whether I enjoyed it or not. But I do remember the late Michael Jeter's performance from the Tony Awards in 1990. He was terrific. Tommy Tune directed
by Charles Shubow - Apr 25, 2019
I recall seeing GRAND HOTEL in its pre-Broadway incarnation at the Colonial Theatre in Boston in 1989. I took my mother and a niece. I do not have much recollection of whether I enjoyed it or not. But I do remember the late Michael Jeter's performance from the Tony Awards in 1990. He was terrific. Tommy Tune directed
BWW Review: In GRAND HOTEL, Berlin's Celebration of Decadent Luxury Fails To See The Horrors Ahead
by Michael Dale - Mar 25, 2018
Though the songwriting team of Robert Wright and George Forrest is best remembered by Broadway enthusiasts for adapting the music of Edvard Grieg into SONG OF NORWAY and similarly using the melodies of Alexander Borodin to create their score for KISMET, their greatest success came when director/choreographer Tommy Tune took interest in a musical of theirs that fizzled into obscurity on its way to Broadway, then known as AT THE GRAND.
by Michael Dale - Mar 25, 2018
Though the songwriting team of Robert Wright and George Forrest is best remembered by Broadway enthusiasts for adapting the music of Edvard Grieg into SONG OF NORWAY and similarly using the melodies of Alexander Borodin to create their score for KISMET, their greatest success came when director/choreographer Tommy Tune took interest in a musical of theirs that fizzled into obscurity on its way to Broadway, then known as AT THE GRAND.
VIDEO: Are You Addicted To Tony Award Performance Videos? You're Not Alone
by Michael Dale - Jun 24, 2016
A hilarious video for people who can stop watching Tony Award clips.
by Michael Dale - Jun 24, 2016
A hilarious video for people who can stop watching Tony Award clips.
Tony Award Countdown: 30 Years In 30 Days, Michael Jeter in GRAND HOTEL, 1990
by Michael Dale - May 18, 2016
The beloved performer was battling addictions and had left the business when he was called to audition for Tommy Tune.
by Michael Dale - May 18, 2016
The beloved performer was battling addictions and had left the business when he was called to audition for Tommy Tune.
SHE LOVES ME and UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT's Jane Krakowski's Road To Broadway and TV Stardom
by Michael Dale - Apr 20, 2016
Jane Krakowski was an emerging Broadway star when she first gained national attention for 'Ally McBeal.'
by Michael Dale - Apr 20, 2016
Jane Krakowski was an emerging Broadway star when she first gained national attention for 'Ally McBeal.'
BWW Feature: Ten Pop Culture Clips to be Thankful for this Holiday!
by Matt Tamanini - Nov 26, 2015
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Whether you are with family and/or friends, or by yourself with a carton of turkey flavored Ben & Jerry's (don't act like you wouldn't eat that), there is plenty to be thankful for on this holiday. So, in the spirit of thanksgiving, I decided to put together a list of 10 pop culture people, clips, videos, ideas, and moments for which I am thankful. They are in no particular order, because, like family on Thanksgiving, you obviously know which ones you like better, but it wouldn't be in the holiday spirit to share that information publically.
by Matt Tamanini - Nov 26, 2015
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Whether you are with family and/or friends, or by yourself with a carton of turkey flavored Ben & Jerry's (don't act like you wouldn't eat that), there is plenty to be thankful for on this holiday. So, in the spirit of thanksgiving, I decided to put together a list of 10 pop culture people, clips, videos, ideas, and moments for which I am thankful. They are in no particular order, because, like family on Thanksgiving, you obviously know which ones you like better, but it wouldn't be in the holiday spirit to share that information publically.
AN EVENING WITH RICHARD E. WAITS SET FOR Timbers Dinner Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 8, 2015
The Timbers Dinner Theatre lounge in Mt. Gretna PA, shines its spotlight on New York Theater veteran Richard E. Waits, in a concert event entitled 'An Evening with Richard E. Waits.'
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 8, 2015
The Timbers Dinner Theatre lounge in Mt. Gretna PA, shines its spotlight on New York Theater veteran Richard E. Waits, in a concert event entitled 'An Evening with Richard E. Waits.'
Liliane Montevecchi, Karen Akers & More to Reunite for GRAND HOTEL: The 25th Anniversary Concert
by Danielle Ashley Dias - Apr 2, 2015
Join members of the original Broadway cast of GRAND HOTEL in a one-night only 25th anniversary concert as part of the 54 Sings series on May 24 at 54 Below.
by Danielle Ashley Dias - Apr 2, 2015
Join members of the original Broadway cast of GRAND HOTEL in a one-night only 25th anniversary concert as part of the 54 Sings series on May 24 at 54 Below.
Rialto Chatter: Kaufman & Hart's ONCE IN A LIFETIME Coming Back to Broadway?
by Rialto Chatter - Jan 14, 2015
Once in a Lifetime, the first of eight collaborations from Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, might be heading back to the stage, according to the New York Post. MIchael Riedel writes that he 'hears rumblings of a possible revival.' The duo is currently represented on Broadway with their 1936 play, You Can't Take It With You.
by Rialto Chatter - Jan 14, 2015
Once in a Lifetime, the first of eight collaborations from Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, might be heading back to the stage, according to the New York Post. MIchael Riedel writes that he 'hears rumblings of a possible revival.' The duo is currently represented on Broadway with their 1936 play, You Can't Take It With You.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Michael Jeter been in?
Michael Jeter has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Michael Jeter been in?
Michael Jeter has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Michael Jeter been nominated for?
Michael Jeter has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for Best Actor - Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his role in "Grand Hotel." He also received a nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for the same production. Additionally, Jeter was nominated for Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Grand Hotel." He also received a Performance nomination at the Theatre World Awards for his work in "G.R. Point."
What awards has Michael Jeter won?
Michael Jeter has won several awards for his performances in Broadway shows. He won the Best Actor - Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his role in "Grand Hotel." Additionally, he received the Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical award at the Tony Awards for the same show. Jeter was also recognized with a Performance award from the Theatre World Awards for his work in "G.R. Point."
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