Frankie Grande

Frankie Grande is an actor, singer, dancer, television host, and producer with a career spanning Broadway, television, film, and music. Grande graduated from Muhlenberg College, where he triple-majored in biology, theatre, and dance. Initially considering medical school, Grande ultimately pursued a career in performance, establishing a presence in the entertainment industry.

Grande has performed on Broadway as Franz in the musical "Rock of Ages" and as Victor Garber in "Titanique." He also appeared in "Mamma Mia!" for several years, and has taken on roles Off-Broadway, in regional theater productions, and on tour. In addition to performing, Grande has contributed to Broadway productions including "Hamlet" starring Jude Law, as well as revivals of "La Bête" and "Born Yesterday." He was named Mr. Broadway and has presented his one-man cabaret show, "Livin' La Vida Grande."

Grande's television work includes competing on "Big Brother" (CBS), where he became known for his outgoing personality. He has played the recurring villain Frankini in "Henry Danger," "Danger Force," and "Henry Danger: The Movie." Grande has served as a judge on "America's Best Dance Crew" and co-hosted Amazon's live fashion and shopping show "Style Code Live." Billboard recognized Grande as a top social media star.

Grande released the studio album "Hotel Rock Bottom," co-writing 14 of the 15 songs, and performed selections from the album on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. After undergoing spinal surgery, Grande returned to the Broadway production of "Titanique," reprising the role of Victor Garber.

Grande is also active in philanthropy, co-founding the nonprofit arts organization Broadway in South Africa, which empowers underprivileged children through the arts. He traveled to South Africa for several years to teach performance arts to youth, surpassing his initial fundraising goal for the organization. Grande's work encompasses Broadway, television, music, and social causes, reflecting a multifaceted career in the entertainment industry.