Wilson Jermaine Heredia, 1971
Actors · December 2, 1971
Wilson Jermaine Heredia
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Wilson Jermaine Heredia is 54 years old, born December 2, 1971 in United States · Sagittarius.
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About
Wilson Jermaine Heredia won a Tony Award for originating Angel Dumott Schunard in the Broadway musical Rent. Born December 2, 1971, in the US, the American actor took home the award for Best Actor Featured in a Musical in 1996, the same year he also won the Drama Desk Award. A Sagittarius with life-path number 5, Heredia embodied one of musical theater's most iconic queer characters.
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Biography
Wilson Jermaine Heredia is best known for originating the role of Angel Dumott Schunard in the Broadway musical Rent, a performance that earned him the Tony Award for Best Actor Featured in a Musical in 1996. Born December 2, 1971, in the US, Heredia brought depth and authenticity to one of Broadway's most beloved characters. That same year, he won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical, cementing his place in theatrical history. Heredia also originated the role at London's Shaftesbury Theatre in the West End and reprised it in the 2005 film adaptation, expanding the reach of his iconic performance beyond the stage. As an actor, Heredia's career has centered on bringing complex characters to life in high-profile productions. A Sagittarius born in late 1971, his life-path number 5 reflects a natural curiosity and adaptability—traits that helped him navigate the demands of embodying such a culturally significant role. His work on Rent remains his most recognized contribution to American theater and film.
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Trivia
- Heredia won the Tony Award for Best Actor Featured in a Musical in 1996, the same year he also claimed the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical—a rare double win.
- He originated the role of Angel Dumott Schunard not only on Broadway but also at London's Shaftesbury Theatre in the West End theatre district.
- Heredia reprised his iconic role in the 2005 film adaptation of Rent, making him one of few cast members to perform the character across stage and screen.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Free Spirit
Restless and adventurous. Wilson Jermaine Heredia reinvent often: new sounds, new platforms, new cities. Expect career pivots over decades.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
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Frequently asked
- How old is Wilson Jermaine Heredia?
- Wilson Jermaine Heredia is 54 years old (born December 2, 1971).
- When is Wilson Jermaine Heredia's birthday?
- Wilson Jermaine Heredia was born on December 2, 1971.
- What is Wilson Jermaine Heredia's zodiac sign?
- Wilson Jermaine Heredia is a Sagittarius, born December 2, 1971.
- What is Wilson Jermaine Heredia's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Wilson Jermaine Heredia was born in 1971, the year of the Metal Pig.
- Where is Wilson Jermaine Heredia from?
- Wilson Jermaine Heredia is from United States.
- What does Wilson Jermaine Heredia do?
- Wilson Jermaine Heredia is a actor.
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