Jessica Ruth Mueller, also known as Jessie Mueller is an American actress and singer best known for her acclaimed work in Broadway musicals.
She gained international recognition for originating the role of Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, a performance that earned her the 2014 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical.
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| Real Name: | Jessica Ruth Mueller |
| Stage Name: | Jessie Mueller |
| Born: | February 20, 1983 (age 43 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Evanston, Illinois, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Ethnicity: | American |
| Height: | 166 cm (5 ft 5½ in) |
| Religion: | Lutheranism |
| Parents: | Roger Mueller, Jill Shellabarger |
| Siblings: | Andrew Mueller, Matt Mueller, Abby Mueller |
| Relationship: | Andy Truschinski |
| Children: | Ollie Mueller |
| Occupation: | Actress, Singer |
| Net Worth: | $5 million |
Early life and education
Jessie Mueller was born February 20, 1983, in Evanston, Illinois, into a theatre family. She was born to Roger Mueller and Jill Shellabarger, both of whom were actors in the Chicago theatre community, and was raised by her parents in Evanston. She grew up in a family deeply involved in the performing arts.
Her ethnicity is American, and she grew up with three siblings, Andrew Mueller, Matt Mueller, and Abby Mueller, all of whom also pursued careers in acting. Her religion is Lutheranism.
Jessie Mueller graduated from Evanston Township High School in 2001 and later attended Syracuse University, where she studied musical theatre and graduated in 2005. She subsequently returned to Chicago and began building her professional theatre career.
Career
Jessie Mueller began her professional acting career in Chicago theatre, appearing in productions including Meet Me in St. Louis, Guys and Dolls, She Loves Me, Carousel, and A Christmas Carol. Her performances earned her recognition from Chicago theatre critics and the Joseph Jefferson Awards.
She moved to New York City in 2011 to make her Broadway debut in On a Clear Day You Can See Forever. Her performance earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. She subsequently appeared in The Mystery of Edwin Drood and Nice Work If You Can Get It.
Her major breakthrough came in 2014, when she originated the role of Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Her performance received widespread acclaim and earned her the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical, along with a Drama Desk Award and a Grammy Award as part of the original cast album.
In 2016, Mueller originated the role of Jenna Hunterson in the Broadway musical Waitress, with music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles. The performance earned her another Tony Award nomination and a Grammy Award nomination.
She later returned to Broadway as Julie Jordan in the 2018 revival of Carousel, earning another Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical. Her screen credits include The Post, Patsy & Loretta, Blue Bloods, The Family, and the animated series Centaurworld.
Awards and nominations
- Joseph Jefferson Award — Actress in a Principal Role in a Musical: Winner, 2008
- Joseph Jefferson Award — Actress in a Principal Role in a Musical: Winner, 2011
- Tony Award — Best Featured Actress in a Musical: Nominated, 2012, On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
- Tony Award — Best Actress in a Musical: Winner, 2014, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
- Drama Desk Award — Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Winner, 2014, Beautiful
- Grammy Award — Best Musical Theater Album: Winner, 2015, Beautiful
- Tony Award — Best Actress in a Musical: Nominated, 2016, Waitress
- Grammy Award — Best Musical Theater Album: Nominated, 2017, Waitress
- Tony Award — Best Actress in a Musical: Nominated, 2018, Carousel
Personal life
Jessie Mueller, 43 years old, is in a long-term relationship with actor, producerand playwright Andy Truschinski. They met while performing together in a production of A Christmas Carol at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago and began their relationship in 2009. They have remained together and live in New York City.
Jessie Mueller has two children including Ollie Mueller. She has kept details about her child and family life largely private. She is 166 cm (5 ft 5½ in) tall.
Net worth
Jessie Mueller‘s net worth is $5 million USD.She accumulated her wealth through her career as an actress and singer, earning income from Broadway productions, national theatre performances, television appearances, film roles, concert performances, and musical recordings.
Her Tony-winning performance in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, along with major roles in Waitress, Carousel, The Post, Patsy & Loretta, and other productions, has contributed substantially to her professional earnings.
Filmography
- The Post (2017)
- Blue Bloods (2017)
- Patsy & Loretta (2019)
- Centaurworld (2021)