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“'Rent' was my first professional job, ever.”

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Aaron Tveit is an American actor known for his outstanding performances in Broadway musicals, particularly for his roles in 'Rent' and 'Next to Normal'. He began his acting career in his teenage years and has since appeared in several Broadway musicals, earning numerous award nominations. more

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