John Gallagher, Jr., 1984
Actors · June 17, 1984
John Gallagher, Jr.
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John Gallagher, Jr. is 41 years old, born June 17, 1984 in United States · Gemini.
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About
John Gallagher, Jr. originated Moritz Stiefel in the 2006 rock musical Spring Awakening, winning a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. Born June 17, 1984, in the US, he's an actor and musician who has since anchored Broadway productions including American Idiot, Jerusalem, Long Day's Journey Into Night, and Swept Away, while also appearing in HBO's Olive Kitteridge and the film 10 Cloverfield Lane. A Gemini born under Life Path 9, he bridges theatrical and screen work with steady precision.
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Biography
John Gallagher, Jr. is an American actor and musician born June 17, 1984. He rose to prominence originating the role of Moritz Stiefel in the 2006 rock musical Spring Awakening, a performance that earned him a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. His Broadway credits span multiple decades: he played Johnny in Green Day's American Idiot, Lee in the 2011 production of Jerusalem, Edmund in the 2016 revival of Long Day's Journey Into Night, and Mate in the 2024 production of Swept Away. Beyond theater, Gallagher has anchored significant screen roles, including Jim Harper in Aaron Sorkin's drama series The Newsroom, a lead in the HBO mini-series Olive Kitteridge, and Emmett DeWitt in the film 10 Cloverfield Lane. As an actor, he performs across live and recorded media, bringing character depth to both intimate chamber pieces and large-scale productions. Born under the sign of Gemini, Gallagher embodies the duality often associated with the twin-ruled sign—equally at home in intimate dramatic roles and ensemble musical theater. His Life Path number of 9 reflects a humanitarian arc, consistent with his sustained commitment to theatrical storytelling and character-driven work.
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Trivia
- Gallagher originated Moritz Stiefel in Spring Awakening at age 21, winning the Tony for Best Featured Actor in a Musical before turning 25.
- He has performed in two Green Day Broadway adaptations, playing Johnny in American Idiot.
- His film role as Emmett DeWitt in 10 Cloverfield Lane marked a shift toward horror-thriller casting.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Humanitarian
Idealistic and global. John Gallagher, Jr. often use their platform for causes and tend to build broad, internationally diverse audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade PettyjohnDragon · 2000
- Ruby StokesDragon · 2000
- Robbie UreMonkey · 2004
CHALLENGING
- Ádám SimonHorse · 1990
- Chris Colfer
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Frequently asked
- How old is John Gallagher, Jr.?
- John Gallagher, Jr. is 41 years old (born June 17, 1984).
- When is John Gallagher, Jr.'s birthday?
- John Gallagher, Jr. was born on June 17, 1984.
- What is John Gallagher, Jr.'s zodiac sign?
- John Gallagher, Jr. is a Gemini, born June 17, 1984.
- What is John Gallagher, Jr.'s Chinese zodiac sign?
- John Gallagher, Jr. was born in 1984, the year of the Wood Rat.
- Where is John Gallagher, Jr. from?
- John Gallagher, Jr. is from United States.
- What does John Gallagher, Jr. do?
- John Gallagher, Jr. is a actor.
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