Tony-Nominated Actress for "Gypsy"

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Joy Woods Biography

Joy Woods is an actress, singer, and dancer. The youngest of six siblings in a musically and spiritually rich household, Woods began formal dance training in middle school before relocating to New York to study at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy, graduating in 2019.

She made her Off-Broadway debut in 2019 as Chiffon and an understudy for Audrey and Ronnette in "Little Shop of Horrors," returning in 2023 to originate the lead role of Audrey -- the first time a Black actress held the part full-time in that production. In 2022, Woods made her Broadway debut as Catherine Parr in "Six," soon originating the role of Middle Allie in "The Notebook"—first in Chicago, then on Broadway in 2024—earning acclaim for her emotional vocal performance of “My Days,” which sparked viral attention on social media.

Woods' most notable triumph came in late 2024, when she became the first Black actress to portray Louise in the landmark Broadway revival of "Gypsy," headlining opposite Audra McDonald under the direction of George C. Wolfe. She received her first Tony nomination for the role in 2025 for Best Featured Actress in a Musical, delivering one of the season’s most compelling performances.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/10/2025.

Joy Woods Videos

Joy Woods - Broadway.com

Joy Woods - Broadway.com

Paul Wontorek interviews Joy Woods about her Tony-nominated turn as Louise in "Gypsy."

Joy Woods - Broadway.com

Joy Woods - Broadway.com

Paul Wontorek interviews Joy Woods about her Tony-nominated turn as Louise in "Gypsy."

Joy Woods - Broadway.com

Joy Woods - Broadway.com

Joy Woods on starring opposite Audra McDonald in Broadway's "Gypsy."

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