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BIO

Graham is best known for his roles in the films Zoolander, Zoolander 2, Sweet Home Alabama, Hitch, and Theater Camp. On television, he has appeared in The Comeback, Scrubs, Absolutely Fabulous, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Broad City, and as Bernard in the Fox comedy LA to Vegas. He also appeared as François on the CW Riverdale spin-off Katy Keene and as Draque Noir on the Hulu series Woke.



His stage appearances include the original Broadway casts of the Tony Awards and Grammy Awards-nominated The Wild Party and in the original Broadway cast of the Tony Award-nominated Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Graham received a 2017 Lucille Lortel Award nomination for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical for The View UpStairs. In 2016, he received the IRNE Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Play for The Colored Museum. Graham also received a Drama League Award nomination for the role of Rey-Rey in the off-Broadway production of Tarell Alvin McCraney's Wig Out. Graham also won a Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Featured Performer in a Musical for the Los Angeles premiere of The Wild Party in 2005. In 2005, he earned a Best Classical Album Grammy Award for Songs of Innocence and of Experience as a soloist. In 2022, he played Hermes in the North American tour of the musical Hadestown.

Graham won the José Esteban Muñoz Award from CLAGS: The Center for LGBTQ Studies at the Graduate Center, CUNY in 2017, recognizing his activism promoting queer studies outside of academia.

In 2025, it was announced that Max Mutchnick and David Kohan had created a Golden Girls–like TV series entitled Mid-Century Modern with Graham, Matt Bomer, Nathan Lane and Linda Lavin. In June 2025, Graham was awarded the Vanguard Award at the Critics Choice Association's Celebration of LGBTQ+ Cinema and Television.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
2025
Marquis


[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theater Off-Broadway Production, 2024
Chorus


[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2021
Hermes [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
Muny Revival, 2018
The Wiz


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2017
Willie


[West End]
West End Premiere Production, 2016
Ensemble


[Off-Broadway]
2013
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Miss Understanding


[Toronto]
Pre-Broadway North American Production, 2010


[Off-Broadway]
2008
Rey-Rey


[Los Angeles]
Los Angeles Revival, 2005
Phil D'Armano


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000


Movies

Zoolander
[ 2001 ] Todd
Sweet Home Alabama
[ 2002 ] Frederick Montana
Hitch
[ 2005 ] Geoff
Confessions of an Action Star
[ 2005 ] Glen Jefferies
Trophy Kids
[ 2011 ] Barcelona
Bad Actress
[ 2011 ] Csandra, Dave Gilner
Zoolander 2
[ 2016 ] Todd
Miracle on 74th Street
[ 2025 ] Connor

TV Shows

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
A.D.A., Gallery Owner
Woke
Darque Noir
Does This Murder Make Me Look Gay?!
Henry Jacobs
Mid-Century Modern
[ 2025-2025 ] Arthur Broussard

Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Nathan Lee Graham, The View UpStairs

Videos

News


Review Roundup: Ariana DeBose and More Star in THE BAKER'S WIFE at Classic Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025

See what the critics are saying about Classic Stage Company’s production of The Baker’s Wife, featuring a book by Tony Award winner Joseph Stein, music and lyrics by Oscar, Grammy, and Tony Award winner Stephen Schwartz.
Photos: Ariana DeBose and More in THE BAKER'S WIFE at CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025

You can now get a first look at photos of Classic Stage Company’s production of The Baker’s Wife, featuring a book by Tony Award winner Joseph Stein, music and lyrics by Oscar, Grammy, and Tony Award winner Stephen Schwartz.
Video: Ariana DeBose Discusses Her Return to Live Theater on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 31, 2025

Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose is returning to the stage for the first time in eight years with the off-Broadway production of The Baker's Wife, and on Friday, she joined The View to discuss coming back to live theater.
Video: Ariana DeBose and Scott Bakula Talk Returning to the Stage in THE BAKER'S WIFE
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 27, 2025

Ariana DeBose and Scott Bakula joined TODAY to discuss returning to the stage in the off-Broadway production of The Baker’s Wife, now in previews at Classic Stage Company. Check out the interview now to hear how they are looking at the production.
THE BAKER'S WIFE to Begin Previews Tomorrow at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025

Classic Stage Company will present the legendary musical, The Baker’s Wife, featuring a book by Tony Award winner Joseph Stein. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Nathan Lee Graham, Andrew Durand and More to Join CSC 2025 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025

Classic Stage Company has revealed the host and additional performers for their 2025 Gala, honoring Therese Steiner, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Jamie Lloyd, Paul Tazewell, Frankie Grande & More Among Out100 2025 Honorees
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 16, 2025

Jamie Lloyd, Paul Tazewell, Tonatiuh, Bob Mackie, Rosie O’Donnell, Jeff Hiller, Ginger Minj, Nathan Lee Graham, and many more have been honored in the 31st annual Out100 list.
Photos: Classic Stage Company's THE BAKER'S WIFE Company Meets the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 6, 2025

Rehearsals are underway for The Baker’s Wife at Classic Stage Company. The cast and creative team recently met the press and you can check out photos here!
MID-CENTURY MODERN Canceled at Hulu After One Season
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 29, 2025

Hulu has cancelled Mid-Century Modern after one season. The sitcom, which starred Nathan Lane, Matt Bomer, and Nathan Lee Graham, premiered in March of this year and ran for ten episodes. 
Photos: Ariana DeBose and More in Rehearsals for THE BAKER'S WIFE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2025

Get a glimpse of Ariana DeBose and the cast in rehearsals for The Baker's Wife at Classic Stage Company. Check out the exclusive photos!
THE BAKER'S WIFE Extends for One Week at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025

Classic Stage Company will present a one-week extension for The Baker’s Wife starring Ariana DeBose and more. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025

BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!
Judy Kuhn, Kevin Del Aguila, Robert Cuccioli and More Join THE BAKER'S WIFE At Classic Stage Company; Full Casting Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 12, 2025

Classic Stage Company has announced full casting for Stephen Schwartz and Joseph Stein’s The Baker’s Wife, starring Ariana DeBose and Scott Bakula. Directed by Gordon Greenberg, the musical will open CSC’s 2025–26 season, running October 23–December 14, 2025, at the Lynn F. Angelson Theater.
Tony-Winning Director Jack O’Brien To Join Lisa Kudrow In THE COMEBACK Season Three
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2025

Tony-winning director Jack O’Brien will join the cast of HBO’s The Comeback for its upcoming third season. The series, starring Lisa Kudrow, is currently in production with no release date announced. O’Brien’s prolific Broadway career includes Tony Awards for Hairspray, Henry IV, and The Coast of Utopia.
Photos: Cole Escola, Sadie Sink, and More at Opening Night of Josh Sharp's TA-DA!
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 24, 2025

Josh Sharp's ta-da! officially opened Off-Broadway at the Greenwich House Theater on July 21. In attendance at opening night were Sadie Sink, Cole Escola, and more. Check out photos below!
2025 Emmy Nominations: Cynthia Erivo, Michael Urie, Julie Andrews, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 15, 2025

Harvey Guillén and Brenda Song revealed the 77th Primetime Emmy Award nominations on Tuesday morning. Nominees include Broadway's Cynthia Erivo, Jean Smart, Julie Andrews, Michael Urie, and more. Check out the full list!
Photos: BEAU THE MUSICAL Celebrates Pride Night Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025

Out of the Box Theatrics, in association with The StoryLine Project, LLC; Bryan McCaffrey, and Leah Michalos, hosted a special Pride Night celebration at Beau the Musical. Check out photos from the event!
Review: Star-studded NIGHT OF 1000 JUDYS Kicks Off Pride Month at Joe's Pub
by Analisa Bell - Jun 17, 2025

Night of 1000 Judy’s wasn’t just a fabulous show—it was a rallying cry, a hug, and a high kick all at once. A triumphant kickoff to Pride, and a vital reminder that the legacy of Judy Garland, and the protection of LGBTQ+ youth, remains as urgent and luminous as ever.
Photos: Exclusive Look at the Art For the NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS 2025 Judy Art Auction
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2025

The 13th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys” will host its 2025 Judy Art Auction. We've have an exclusive look at the art in these photos! Learn more about the event here.
Bruce Vilanch to Join 13th Annual NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025

Two-time Emmy Award winner Bruce Vilanch has joined the cast of the 13th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys,” at Joe's Pub. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Nathan Lee Graham been in?

Nathan Lee Graham has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Nathan Lee Graham been in?

Nathan Lee Graham has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Nathan Lee Graham's first West End show?

Nathan Lee Graham's first West End show was Dreamgirls which opened in 2016

What awards has Nathan Lee Graham been nominated for?

and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (The Lortels) for The View UpStairs.

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