Date Of Birth
May 27, 1990
Biography
Chris Colfer was heavily involved in extra-curricular activies during his stint at Clovis High School: he participated in the school’s speech and debate club, edited their literary magazine, and even penned a gender-reversed spoof of Sweeney Todd. His first on-screen role was in the 2008 short Russel Fish: The Sausage and Eggs Incident.
Colfer’s biggest breakthrough came when he joined the cast of the TV series Glee, in 2009. Originally auditioning as wheelchair-bound Artie (a role which eventually went to Kevin McHale), the producers were so impressed with him that they wrote a character especially for him: the flamboyant and openly gay Kurt Hummel. Critics praised his performance of the show, with Rolling Stone calling him the “heart and soul” of the series; it also earned him an Emmy nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy.
Colfer is openly gay and has participated in several campaigns against bullying, drawing from his experience in school, where he was frequently picked on.
Place of Birth
Clovis, CA
Birth Name
Christopher Colfer
Gender
Male
Fun Facts
None
Awards
– Screen Actors Guild Award, Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series, 2010 (for Glee)
– Teen Choice Award, Choice TV: Male Scene Stealer, 2010
Filmography
FILM:
– Russel Fish: The Sausage and Eggs Incident (2009)
– Marmaduke (voice, 2010)
TELEVISION:
– Glee (regular, 2009-present)
Nickname
Chris
Height
5′ 7 1/2″
Quotes
None
