Lin-Manuel Miranda
- Born:
- January 16, 1980, New York City, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Composer, Lyricist, Playwright, Actor, Singer, Rapper, Producer
Early Life and Education
- Miranda was raised in the Inwood neighborhood of New York City.
- He is of Puerto Rican descent.
- Attended Hunter College High School.
- Graduated from Wesleyan University in 2002 with a degree in Theater Studies.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began writing musicals in college.
- In 2008, In the Heights opened Off-Broadway, later transferring to Broadway.
- In the Heights won four Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Score.
- Created and starred in Hamilton, a musical about Alexander Hamilton, which premiered Off-Broadway in 2015 and on Broadway later that year.
- Hamilton won 11 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Original Score, and Best Book of a Musical.
- Composed songs for Disney's Moana (2016).
- Starred in Mary Poppins Returns (2018).
- Directed the film adaptation of tick, tick... BOOM! (2021).
Notable Works
Musical Theatre
- In the Heights (2008)
- Bring It On: The Musical (2012, co-composer/lyricist)
- Hamilton (2015)
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Moana | Composer of songs |
| 2018 | Mary Poppins Returns | Jack |
| 2021 | In the Heights | Executive Producer, Cameo Appearance |
| 2021 | tick, tick... BOOM! | Director |
Awards and Recognition (Selection)
- Pulitzer Prize for Drama (for Hamilton)
- Grammy Awards (for In the Heights and Hamilton)
- Tony Awards (for In the Heights and Hamilton)
- Emmy Award (for a song from the 67th Tony Awards)
- Kennedy Center Honors
Legacy and Impact
Lin-Manuel Miranda is a highly influential figure in contemporary American theatre and popular culture. His innovative approach to musical theatre, particularly his incorporation of hip-hop, has broadened the genre's appeal and accessibility. The success of Hamilton has sparked renewed interest in American history and has significantly impacted the arts and education. Many seek out a "Lin-Manuel Miranda Hamilton biography book" to delve deeper into his life and creative process.