FILE PHOTO – Darren Criss, winner of the awards for best performance by an actor in a leading role in a musical and best musical for “Maybe Happy Ending” poses in the press room during the 78th Tony Awards on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Radio City Music Hall in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)
Filipino American actor and Broadway star Darren Criss is adding another milestone to his already stellar resume as he scored his very first Grammy nomination.
Criss is nominated for his work on the “Maybe Happy Ending” cast recording album, which earned a nod for Best Musical Theater Album at the upcoming Grammy Awards.
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The recognition marks yet another triumph for the multifaceted performer. Criss has previously won both Tony and Emmy Awards for his diverse body of work in television and theater.
On Instagram Stories, Criss shared his gratitude to the Recording Academy. “Thank you to the Recording Academy for recognizing our little light,” he wrote.
He went on to express how special the nomination felt, noting that “it’s an honor to be nominated, especially alongside so many friends and colleagues working on Broadway.” He added that he is “very proud to be representing our industry at the Grammys.”
Earlier this year, Criss made history as the first known Asian actor to win the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for “Maybe Happy Ending.” He also took home another Tony as a co-producer for the production honored as Best Musical.
The show’s official page also celebrated the recognition with a cheerful message: “We’ve got our playlist prepared. Maybe Happy Ending Original Broadway Cast Recording receives a GRAMMY nomination for Best Musical Theater Album!!”
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