Derek Klena, 1991
Actors · October 3, 1991
Derek Klena
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Derek Klena is 34 years old, born October 3, 1991 in United States · Libra.
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About
Derek Klena originated some of Broadway's most memorable roles, from the angsty teen in Jagged Little Pill to the exiled prince in Anastasia. Born October 3, 1991, in the US, Klena broke through in the Off-Broadway Dogfight before claiming his spot on stage as Fiyero in Wicked. His 2020 Tony nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Musical cemented him as one of Gen Broadway's most reliable talents. Libra energy: theatrical, charming, balanced between song and spoken word.
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Biography
Derek Klena originated some of Broadway's most memorable roles, from the angsty teen in Jagged Little Pill to the exiled prince in Anastasia. Born October 3, 1991, the American actor and singer broke through in the original Off-Broadway production of Pasek & Paul's Dogfight before making his Broadway debut as Fiyero in the 10th anniversary company of Wicked. He originated Nick Healy in Jagged Little Pill from 2019–2021, a role that earned him a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Musical in 2020. He also originated Dmitry in Anastasia (2017–2018) and Michael in The Bridges of Madison County (2014), and most recently portrayed Christian in Moulin Rouge!, replacing Aaron Tveit in the role on and off from 2022 to 2024. Beyond Broadway, Klena has appeared on television series including Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, The Code, and Pretty Little Liars. As a Libra born in early October, Klena embodies the sign's natural grace and ability to balance competing demands—he is both actor and singer, stage and screen. Actors perform live and record for film and television, building careers through auditions, training, and sustained collaboration with directors and ensemble casts. Klena's life-path number 6 reflects his role as an artist devoted to beauty, harmony, and emotional truth in his craft.
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Trivia
- Klena is both an actor and a professional baseball player, a rare dual credential in entertainment.
- His breakthrough role was in the original Off-Broadway production of Dogfight, a Pasek & Paul composition that preceded his Broadway visibility.
- He has replaced major Broadway stars in high-profile roles—most notably Aaron Tveit in Moulin Rouge! from 2022 to 2024.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Caretaker
Responsible and family-oriented. Derek Klena often anchor a fandom community and lean into projects with social or emotional weight.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Isa BrionesRabbit · 1999
- Kendall JennerPig · 1995
- Brian MayPig · 1947
- Caleb HearonPig · 1995
- RockyRabbit · 1999
CHALLENGING
- Tian XiweiOx · 1997
- Janhvi Kapoor
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Frequently asked
- How old is Derek Klena?
- Derek Klena is 34 years old (born October 3, 1991).
- When is Derek Klena's birthday?
- Derek Klena was born on October 3, 1991.
- What is Derek Klena's zodiac sign?
- Derek Klena is a Libra, born October 3, 1991.
- What is Derek Klena's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Derek Klena was born in 1991, the year of the Metal Goat.
- Where is Derek Klena from?
- Derek Klena is from United States.
- What does Derek Klena do?
- Derek Klena is a actor.
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