Sutton Foster, born on March 18, 1975, in Statesboro, Georgia, is a distinguished American actress, singer, and dancer renowned for her extensive work on the Broadway stage. She has earned two Tony Awards for Best Actress in a Musical: the first in 2002 for her portrayal of Millie Dillmount in Thoroughly Modern Millie, and the second in 2011 for playing Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes.
Career Highlights:
- Broadway Performances: Foster’s Broadway career includes notable roles in The Drowsy Chaperone, Shrek the Musical, and Violet. She made a significant return to Broadway in 2021, co-starring with Hugh Jackman in The Music Man, where she played Marian Paroo.
- Television Appearances: On television, Foster is known for her leading role as Michelle Simms in the series Bunheads (2012–2013) and as Liza Miller in Younger (2015–2021). She also made appearances in Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life (2016) and The Good Wife (2016).
Recent Developments:
- Personal Milestones: In March 2025, Foster celebrated her 50th birthday by sharing a makeup-free selfie on Instagram, marking the occasion with a natural and candid photo.
- Upcoming Projects: Foster is set to portray Loretta Lynn in a forthcoming Broadway adaptation of Coal Miner’s Daughter and will narrate a new series of Pippi Longstocking audiobooks.
- Personal Life: Following her October 2024 divorce from screenwriter Ted Griffin, Foster began a public relationship with actor Hugh Jackman in January 2025. The couple, who previously shared the stage in The Music Man, have been seen together in public, including holding hands and kissing.
Social Media Presence:
- Instagram: Foster maintains an active presence on Instagram, where she shares personal updates and professional highlights. Her account is @suttonlenore.
- Facebook: She also engages with fans through her official Facebook page.