Gavin Creel passed away on September 30, 2024, at the age of 48. He died from a rare and aggressive form of cancer, which he was diagnosed with in July 2024. Creel was a celebrated figure in musical theater, known for his roles in Broadway and the West End, including his Tony Award-winning performance in Hello, Dolly! and his Olivier Award-winning role in The Book of Mormon.
Tributes have poured in from his fellow actors and fans, including heartfelt messages from Bette Midler, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sutton Foster, and many others in the theater community, expressing their grief and admiration for his talent and kindness.
Creel’s demise caps a sad last few days in the month of September that has seen so many notable celebrities pass on. Pete Rose, Dikembe Mutombo and Kris Kristofferson are unfortunately among those to have died in the same period.
Who is Gavin Creel?
Gavin Creel is an American actor, singer, and songwriter known primarily for his work in musical theater. He has had a successful career on Broadway and the West End, earning critical acclaim and multiple awards.
Some of his most notable roles include:
- Broadway: Creel starred as Claude in Hair and Cornelius Hackl in Hello, Dolly!, for which he won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical in 2017.
- West End: He also starred in The Book of Mormon, for which he won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical in 2014.
Creel is also an LGBTQ+ advocate and has released several albums showcasing his vocal talents. He continues to be a prominent figure in theater, with appearances in various stage productions and concerts.
Who is Gavin Creel’s Partner?
Gavin Creel was known for being a private person when it came to his personal life. While he was a prominent figure in the theater world and open about his sexuality as a gay man, there is no public record of him being married or having children. Throughout his career, Creel focused on his work in musical theater, and while he spoke about his experiences as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, he kept his relationships out of the spotlight.
Creel was a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and equality, but much of his public life was centered on his artistic work rather than his personal or family relationships.
