Phillipa Soo

Phillipa Soo is a Tony and Grammy-nominated actress known for her leading roles in Broadway musicals and on screen, bringing her versatile talent to various theatrical productions, films, and television series. After captivating audiences as Natasha Rostova in the Off-Off-Broadway production of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 in 2012, Phillipa Soo went on to establish herself as a prominent force in theatre and screen. A graduate of The Juilliard School’s acting program in 2012, Soo’s early performance attracted significant industry attention, including from Lin-Manuel Miranda, and led to the show’s transfer Off-Broadway. In 2013, she made her television debut with a recurring role as Lexi in the NBC series Smash, appearing in five episodes.

Looking ahead, Soo continues to diversify her creative output. In 2024, she co-authored the children’s book Piper Chen Sings, which quickly became a New York Times best seller. Audiences will also see her in a main role in the upcoming ABC medical drama Doctor Odyssey, slated for 2024–2025. Her ongoing work across stage, screen, and literary ventures underscores her multifaceted appeal and enduring impact.