The level of development of information technology makes it possible to shoot the most colorful and meaningful films. American actor Jonathan Groff woke up famous one morning. This became possible thanks to the talents of the director and producer.
Happy childhood
According to people who deeply believe in God, the birth of a person is considered a gift for a person. Life is not only a gift from the Creator, but also a serious obligation to him. Jonathan Groff was born on March 26, 1985 into a family of members of the Methodist Church. Parents at that time lived in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. They carefully, every week, visited one of the local parishes to listen to another sermon. They raised their two sons in the same spirit. My father worked as a trainer and trainer in an equestrian club. Mother taught literature at school. Husband and wife lived together. Scandals and quarrels in the house never happened.
Jonathan grew up a calm and obedient child. He spent most of his time under the care of his older brother. At an early age, he loved to watch music programs on television and sing along with popular performers. Groff studied well at school. He was notable for diligence, but he did not have enough stars from the sky. Most of all, the boy was carried away by classes in the drama studio. After several rehearsals, he openly stated that he wants to become an actor in the future. Parents were only happy with this decision and supported their son in every possible way.
In turn, Jonathan always invited his mother and father to school performances in which he took part. The directors of the local opera house attracted the novice actor to participate in professional productions. As a schoolboy, Groff played leading roles in the performances "Peter Pan", "My Fair Lady", "The Sound of Music". Classes in theatrical creativity fascinated the young man, but he seriously thought about his future. In 2003, he graduated from high school and decided to study at Carnegie University.
And everything would have gone smoothly, however, to pay for the education, it took an impressive amount, which the parents did not have. In order not to get into debt to banks, Jonathan decided to postpone the receipt. Instead of studying, he moved to New York and began trying his acting skills in theaters on the famous Broadway. It is important to emphasize that many famous actors have performed on this street. Even more talents have failed to break through to the heights of success and remained forever in the unknown. Apparently God helped Groff.
Successful debut
Speaking on Broadway, Jonathan was well aware that it is very difficult to achieve high results without thorough preparation, without special education. For this reason, he began to take acting lessons from famous teachers. Most of the royalties received for his performances, he gave for the lessons. Even ordinary vocal connoisseurs know how important it is to deliver a voice to a professional singer. Groff knew this too, and spared no expense in extensive training. The results of the classes were not long in coming.
According to the announcement, in the spring of 2006, the rock musical Spring Awakening was presented to the audience on one of the Broadway stages. Groff played one of the main roles in the play. For this performance, the actor received a prestigious award established by the Association of Theater Workers. The next performance "The Sound of Music" in the same season made experts and viewers talk about Jonathan as a professional actor. Then he appeared in the psychedelic musical Hair. By the end of the season, the actor was recognized by his colleagues, spectators and critics alike.
In the movies and on TV
Groff's television career began in 2007. He was approved for a supporting role in the soap opera One Life to Live. The actor did an excellent job with the task set before him by the director. Then there was a little work in the picture "Handsome and Cutie". In the next season, Jonathan was approved for one of the key roles in the series with elements of drama, comedy and musical "Chorus". He liked the script. For four years, the actor had a permanent job. But all good things come to an end.
In 2012, Groff starred in the political drama Boss. Then he was invited to the project under the intriguing title "The Right Wife". After these pictures, his name was no longer used in the list of young and promising actors. Jonathan Groff began to be recognized on the street, in supermarkets and other public places. In 2014 he was invited to participate in the series "In Search". The theme of the series and the role that was offered were close to Jonathan. Thanks to this combination, the actor did his best during the filming.
Features of personal life
In 2006, he was diagnosed with an oncological disease - skin cancer. It is important to emphasize that Jonathan did not fall into apathy. He did not relax and did not shed tears. He bravely endured all the difficulties of the treatment. Relatives and friends prayed to God for healing, and a Miracle happened: the disease receded.
Just a few months after his recovery, Groff publicly admitted his homosexuality. The attitude of colleagues towards him after such recognition did not change. He is still invited to large-scale projects.
Today the actor is also known for his active civic position. Jonathan participates in LGBT rights campaigns. The Pennsylvania Equality public organization honored him with their award.
