Who Is Sutton Foster? Age, Biography and Wiki
Born on March 18, 1975, Sutton Foster is currently 50 years old. She gained fame for her incredible performances on Broadway, where she earned multiple Tony Awards. Foster is also recognized for her roles in popular television series, showcasing her versatility as a performer. You can find more about her life and career on her Wikipedia page.
| Occupation | Stage Actress |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | March 18, 1975 |
| Age | 50 Years |
| Birth Place | Statesboro, Georgia, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Pisces |
| Country | Georgia |
Popularity
Sutton Foster's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Sutton Foster stands at an impressive height of 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) and weighs around 130 pounds (59 kg). Though her exact body measurements are not widely published, it is known that she maintains a healthy and fit physique, a testament to her active lifestyle as a performer.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Sutton Foster is married to actor and musician Ted Griffin, having tied the knot in 2014. The couple has been supportive of each other's careers and is often seen together at various events. Though her public appearances often focus on her professional life, Foster values her family life, sharing glimpses of it through her social media.
Foster taught a Spring Semester master class at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts Undergraduate Department of Drama, beginning in January 2010. It culminated in a cabaret performance at Joe's Pub in May titled "From Rodgers To Heart".
She taught the master class again in Fall Semester 2010, culminating in another performance at Joe's Pub, "Crazy for Gershwin". Both were musically directed by Deborah Abramson. She is now on the faculty of NYU's New Studio on Broadway. Foster taught a week-long master class session at Ball State University (Muncie, IN) in January 2010.
She continued her relationship with Ball State in September 2010 by working with students in the classroom, teaching master classes, and performing workshops for students of the Department of Theatre and Dance.
She also guest-starred in an episode of the NBC legal drama Law & Order: SVU (opposite comedian Kathy Griffin), which aired on March 3, 2010.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Sutton Foster's net worth is estimated to be around $4 million. Her salary varies based on her projects, but she commands a considerable income from her performances on Broadway, television roles, and appearances in film. Additionally, her work as a director and voiceover artist contributes significantly to her earnings.
Career, Business and Investments
Sutton Foster's career began in musicals, and her breakthrough came with her role in "Thoroughly Modern Millie," which earned her a Tony Award. Since then, she has starred in numerous Broadway productions and television shows, including her leading role in the hit series "Younger." Besides acting, Foster has ventured into directing and teaching, sharing her knowledge with upcoming talents. While there isn't public information about her investments, it's clear that her career choices reflect a keen sense of business acumen.
At the age of 15, she was a contestant on the reality competition show Star Search and also auditioned for the cast of The Mickey Mouse Club. She left Troy High School before graduating (she received her diploma via correspondence courses) to join the national tour of The Will Rogers Follies directed by Tommy Tune.
She then attended Carnegie Mellon University for one year, but left to pursue a theatrical career full-time.
In May 2012, she received an honorary doctorate from Ball State University, "in recognition of her outstanding career in theater, television and music and for her contributions to the educational experience and professional growth of Ball State students." In May 2019, she also received an honorary doctorate from Boston Conservatory at Berklee, whic
h introduced a merit scholarship in her name to be awarded to one student every four years.
Her older brother, Hunter Foster, is also an actor.
Social Network
Sutton Foster is active on various social media platforms, where she engages with fans and shares snippets of her life and work. You can find her on Instagram and Twitter, where she frequently posts about her projects, behind-the-scenes moments, and personal reflections.
Thoroughly Modern Millie finally opened on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre in 2002, to positive reviews.
The New York Daily News reviewer said: "newcomer Sutton Foster, who has the pert look, the silver voice and the dazzling legwork to make an extraordinarily winning Millie." Clive Barnes, reviewing for the New York Post wrote "Newcomer Sutton Foster's own star turn as Millie is perfectly charming, but as a star she doesn't twinkle, glitter or light
up Broadway like a Christmas tree defying a July noon.
But she has a good voice and is cutely agreeable." The Newsday reviewer wrote: "She has a smile that may remind you of Mary Tyler Moore, the gawky comic precision of the young Carol Burnett, the lyricism of a romantic heroine and a smallish but vibrant voice as accurate as it is expressive.
As [Millie], another of New York's prototypical small-town girls with big-city dreams, [Sutton Foster] appears unfazed by the burden of a character created onscreen by Julie Andrews.
The newcomer takes the big stage with an uninhibited what-the-heck comfort level and the discipline to go with her instincts." Time Magazine wrote: "she's [Sutton Foster] got the full package: girlish gawkiness and Broadway brass, the legs and the lungs.
Foster is a big reason the show is just about the cutest thing to hit Broadway since Annie's dimples, with perkily retro songs by Jeanine Tesori and clever staging by director Michael Mayer..." Foster went on to win the 2002 Tony Award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical, and the Outer Cr
itics Circle Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical for her performance.
During the run, Foster appeared in concert versions of Chess and Funny Girl, before leaving in 2004.
Education
Foster studied musical theater at the Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama, where she honed her skills and developed a passion for performing arts. Her education played a significant role in shaping her career, giving her the tools to excel in both stage and screen performances.
Foster's debut solo album Wish was released by Ghostlight Records in February 2009. The songs range from jazz to pop to cabaret to Broadway. In 2010, Foster promoted the album with concert performances in Boston, New York City, Chicago, the Orange County Performing Arts Center in Orange County, California, and Washington, D.C.
Foster starred as Nurse Fay Apple in the New York City Center's Encores! production of Anyone Can Whistle, which played from April 8 to 11, 2010.
Foster made her Off-Broadway debut in Paul Weitz's comedy Trust with Zach Braff, Bobby Cannavale and Ari Graynor which began previews July 23, 2010, with an official opening August 12, running through September 12, 2010, at Second Stage Theatre.
Foster and Seth Rudetsky participated in the one night only Actors Fund benefit concert version of They're Playing Our Song on August 30, 2010, at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater, John Jay College, New York. The full cast included Efé, Kaitlyn Davidson, Alex Ellis, Maynard, Matt Loehr, and Jesse Nager, and was directed by Denis Jones.
