Biography
Who is Ramin Karimloo?
Early life and education
Ramin Karimloo was born in Tehran, Iran, on September 19, 1978. He spent his early years in his birth country before moving to other regions, eventually building a career rooted in theatrical arts. During his youth, Ramin attended Alexander Mackenzie High School, where he completed his foundational education.
After relocating to the United Kingdom, Ramin began pursuing his passion for performance. His very first stage role took place in Chatham, where he played the title character in a pantomime production of Aladdin. This early experience helped him secure roles in touring productions across the country.
West End and Broadway career
Ramin established himself as a prominent stage actor through his work in several long-running musicals. He joined the national tour of The Pirates of Penzance in 2001, playing a police officer and understudying the Pirate King. He later made his West End debut in Les Misérables, playing Feuilly and understudying other major characters before taking on the full-time role of Enjolras.
His career expanded significantly when he took on roles in The Phantom of the Opera. He played Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny, and later became the standby for the Phantom before taking over the title role full-time in September 2007. His portrayal earned him a Theatregoers' Choice Award nomination. He also originated the role of The Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber's sequel, Love NeverDies, performing alongside Sierra Boggess.
Milestones and recordings
Ramin reached a global audience when he starred as the Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera 25th Anniversary Performance at the Royal Albert Hall in October 2011. He also reprised his role as Enjolras for the 25th anniversary concert of Les Misérables at The O2 Arena in London in October 2010.
In 2014, Ramin made his Broadway debut as Jean Valjean in the Broadway revival of Les Misérables. His performance earned him a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Musical. Beyond the stage, he has released solo music projects, including his self-titled album Ramin, and contributed to various theatrical cast recordings and concept albums.
Birthday and age
Ramin Karimloo was born on September 19, 1978, which makes Ramin 48 years old today. That birthday falls under the Virgo sign. Ramin shares the date with 70 other famous people.
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