Wilson Jermaine Heredia

Wilson Jermaine Heredia is a Tony Award- and Drama Desk Award-winning actor, singer, and dancer celebrated for originating the role of Angel Dumott Schunard in Jonathan Larson’s landmark musical Rent. He brought the role to Broadway, the West End, and the feature-film adaptation, creating one of contemporary musical theater’s most beloved performances.

Wilson’s career spans stage and screen, grounded in fearless storytelling, generosity, musicality, and emotional truth. His experience offers young performers an extraordinary perspective on originating a role, developing a character through collaboration, and using artistry to build empathy and connection with an audience.