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Tony-Winning Actor Gavin Creel Dies at 48 After Battle with Cancer

Sep 30, 2024, 04:56 PM

Gavin Creel, a Tony and Olivier Award-winning Broadway actor, has died at the age of 48. Creel, known for his roles in productions such as 'Hair,' 'Hello, Dolly!,' 'Waitress,' and 'Into the Woods,' passed away on Monday following a short battle with an aggressive form of cancer, specifically sarcoma. He died at his home in Manhattan. Creel's career was marked by his charming performances and significant contributions to musical theater.