Jennifer Laura Thompson | |
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 Thompson in 2017. | |
| Born | December 5, 1969 Southfield, Michigan, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, singer |
| Years active | 1992–present |
| Spouse |
John Kain (m. 1999) |
| Children | 1 |
Jennifer Laura Thompson (born December 5, 1969)[1] is an American actress and singer, best known for her theatrical performances. She originated the role of Cynthia Murphy in the Tony Award-winning musical, Dear Evan Hansen, and received a Tony Award nomination for her performance as Hope Cladwell in Urinetown. She is also known for being the first replacement for Kristen Chenoweth as Glinda in Wicked on Broadway.