Ben Platt has been a mainstay in the queer public eye for years, establishing himself not just as a talented actor, singer, and songwriter, but also a voice that resonates among the LGBTQ+ community and beyond. That voice, a gift that has taken him places across the stage and screen, has guided his journey in crafting a new lane for himself and other queer performers in the entertainment industry. That’s why he’s one of @Queerty’s #Pride50 honorees, presented by @McDonalds.

Platt has a rich musical theater career, starting in regional and touring productions before hitting Broadway. From replacing Andrew Rannells in The Book of Mormon in 2014 and originating the lead in Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway in 2016, his impressive resume cultivated in winning the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical, making him the youngest solo recipient at the time. Follow the #linkinbio to read his #Pride50 profile.