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Todrick Hall (born April 4, 1985) is an American singer, rapper, choreographer, and YouTuber. He gained national attention on the ninth season of the televised singing competition American Idol. Following this, he amassed a following on YouTube with original songs, parodies, and skits. A documentary series about his video-making process titled Todrick aired on MTV in 2015.
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Starting with season eight, Hall became a resident choreographer and occasional judge on RuPaul's Drag Race.[2][3] From 2016 to 2017, Hall starred as Lola in Kinky Boots on Broadway. Later in 2017, he began appearances as Billy Flynn in Chicago on Broadway and in the West End. He also appeared as Ogie in Waitress on Broadway in 2019.
Hall has released four studio albums, including the visual albums Straight Outta Oz (2016) and Forbidden (2018). In 2020, he released an EP, Quarantine Queen, and was the international host of Global Pride 2020.[4][5]
Early life and education
[edit]Todrick Hall was born on April 4, 1985, in Plainview, Texas, a farming community in the state's panhandle.[6][7][8] He was raised by a single mother until she married when he was a teen, when he gained a brother and stepfather.[7][8] Later the family would move to Dallas.[7]
As a child, he adored The Wizard of Oz. As an adult, he would create Oz, the Musical; the pop song The Wizard of Ahhhs featuring the pop a cappella quintet Pentatonix; and the visual album and tour Straight Out of Oz.[9][7] An elementary teacher in Dallas led Hall toward the arts, including theater, the orchestra, and ballet.
Hall is gay, and came out to his family when he was 15.[7][10] At age 16, he began performing on weekends at the amusement park Six Flags Over Texas; it was the first time he combined singing and dancing.[7][11][12] He also performed on cruises with Royal Caribbean, Holland America Line, and at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.[13][14][15] Hall has said that his work ethic comes from the lack of opportunities he had in the entertainment industry as a black gay man.[16]
Career
[edit]2006–2010: Broadway, YouTube, American Idol
[edit]When Hall was twenty he auditioned for the Broadway production of The Color Purple with Oprah Winfrey and Fantasia Barrino.[13] He was cast in the ensemble, and as understudy for the role of Harpo.[17] Barrino rose to fame as the winner of the third season of the reality singing competition American Idol, and working with her would inspire Hall to later audition for the show as well.[13] After The Color Purple he performed in Memphis: The Musical and touring productions of Beauty and the Beast, Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the Rockettes, and Hairspray.[13]
Hall relocated to Los Angeles, eventually living in a four-bedroom "nondescript three-story home in the Hollywood Hills". He joined the video-sharing platform YouTube in May 2006, and made over 300 videos in the next five years.[8][13][1] His first video, filmed while still living in Texas, was "a hilarious clip of him singing his order to a McDonald's drive-through speaker (complete with backup singers)".[8][18] The video has since received over ten million views.[18] In 2008 he uploaded a video of a performance of "Hard to Say Goodbye," which boosted his subscribers to two million.[6] YouTube became a full-time pursuit for Hall in 2011.[13] He says the platform showcases "how I can write a song, create the concepts, execute them, direct, choreograph and do hair and makeup" as well as perform.[1] Some of his popular videos were the basis of later concert tours like "Twerk Du Soleil" and the "Toddlerz Ball."[1]
In August 2009, Hall auditioned for the ninth season of American Idol in Dallas, Texas.[19] He sang a self-composed song mentioning the judges – Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi, and guest judge Joe Jonas – to make his case for inclusion in the program.[20] Years later, reflecting on his Idol experiences, Hall said his "fondest memory" was the audition song.[21] All four approved of his participation; he went into Hollywood week and eventually the semi-finals. In the Top 24, he sang Kelly Clarkson's "Since U Been Gone",[20] and in the Top Twenty performed Tina Turner's "What's Love Got to Do with It". He was eliminated in the Top 16 on March 11, 2010, after his rendition of Queen's "Somebody to Love;" he was one of four contestants eliminated in that round, and thus ranked between 13th and 16th overall.[22] Judge Simon Cowell dismissively told Hall he "wouldn't amount to anything beyond a Broadway actor".[23] Later Hall stated that he regretted hiding his sexuality on the show: he had a girl wait for his post-audition walk outside with his golden ticket.[24][25][9]
In August 2010, Hall returned to Broadway in the musical Memphis.[17]
2011–2015: Career growth and YouTube fame
[edit]Hall's videos include several of his own original songs and music videos and choreographed flash mobs. Hall did a choreographed flash mob in a Target store to Beyoncé's "End of Time" prompting her to hire Hall as a choreographer on her roller-disco video, "Blow" which came out in November 2013.[7][26]
On October 22, 2014, MTV announced Todrick, a docuseries following Hall, would premiere in 2015. On December 20, 2014, Hall produced and appeared in a commercial for the series and featured other celebrities' holiday wishes. Eight episodes of the docuseries were ordered and aired throughout 2015.[27] The soundtrack for the show was released on October 13, 2015. In October 2015, he was picked as Elvis Duran's Artist of the Month and was featured on NBC's Today, where he performed his single "Wind It Up".
In February 2015, he was featured on VH1's Huge on the Tube series.[28]
2016–2017: Straight Outta Oz, Kinky Boots, and RuPaul's Drag Race
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Hall first appeared as a guest judge on the eighth season of RuPaul's Drag Race for an episode which featured a Wizard of Oz-inspired challenge and aired April 11, 2016; they did not know his lifelong passion for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.[13] Hall reappeared as a full-time judge for RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 2 later in 2016 and returned as a recurring guest judge for the ninth season which aired throughout 2017. Along with Drag Race, Hall frequently appeared on Logo TV's game show Gay for Play Game Show Starring RuPaul alongside other celebrities.
On June 23, 2016, Todrick self-released his second album, Straight Outta Oz.[25] The album is a visual concept album that uses the imagery of The Wizard of Oz to explore Todrick's own life and rise to fame.[25] He was inspired to create the project after seeing Disney's Zootopia, Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton, and Beyoncé's visual album Lemonade.[7] The album has seventeen songs, the tour had over twenty; it took about six weeks to write, and then filming the videos happened in two weeks.[7] The project's first video was posted to YouTube on June 23, 2016.[29] The videos had cameos from Kim Chi, Bob the Drag Queen, Willam Belli, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Nicole Scherzinger, Pentatonix, Perez Hilton, and Amber Riley.[25][7] "Color" ruminates on his first boyfriend, a handsome Londoner, "the first to really know me."[25] Hall announced the Straight Outta Oz Tour to promote the album which originally ran between July 7, and August 12, 2016 in the United States and Canada. The album debuted in ITunes Top Ten Pop Album Chart after its release in late June 2016.[7]
The Straight Outta Oz Tour was interrupted by Hall's casting in the Broadway musical Kinky Boots.[30] They offered the lead in Kinky Boots "without even auditioning, because they felt my story was so similar to that of Lola's", a drag queen cabaret performer.[25] Hall's performance was well received by critics. He performed 155 shows from November 1, 2016, to March 1, 2017.
The Straight Outta Oz Tour was revived in 2017 and ran between March 30, and June 5, in various North American, European, and Australian locations.[31] It was accompanied by an expanded deluxe edition that included songs that were featured on the tour but not on the original version of the album. Additionally, the album included an extended version and new video for "Wrong Bitch" featuring Bob the Drag Queen, and a rerecorded version of Todrick's previous single "Low" featuring RuPaul. In August 2017, he had a cameo as a back-up dancer in the music video for Taylor Swift's song, "Look What You Made Me Do"; the two had become friends in 2015, and would collaborate on several projects.[32][33]
From November 30, 2017, to January 14, 2018, played Billy Flynn in a limited engagement role in Chicago.[34] During his tenure, the show had its best-grossing week in its 21-year Broadway history.[35]
In December he released the documentary film Behind the Curtain about the production behind Straight Outta Oz filmed in conjunction with AwesomenessTV who had released a successful documentary about another gay YouTuber Tyler Oakley.[36][37] It was screened in select theaters and later released on home video. Later that month he had a guest appearance in the Bob's Burgers Season 8 episode "The Bleakening" as drag queen Miss Triple-Xmas (or Cleavage to Beaver) performing the song "Twinkly Lights".[38] He also released a medley of covers of songs from the Pitch Perfect film series that was featured on the Pitch Perfect 3 Special Edition soundtrack.
2018–2020: Forbidden, Haus Party, The Greatest Dancer, and Quarantine Queen
[edit]In March 2018 he released his new visual album follow-up to Straight Outta Oz called Forbidden. To promote the album, Hall embarked on Forbidden: The Tour across the United States, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand.[39]
In May 2019, Hall revealed that he will be releasing a trilogy of extended plays to be released across the next six months. The first EP, Haus Party, Pt. 1, with its first single "Glitter" was released May 16, 2019. The EP also contained the single "Nails, Hair, Hips, Heels", with a remix featuring Ciara.[40] The EPs were supported by the Haus Party World Tour.[41] Part Two was originally planned to be released in July 2019 but was delayed to September 19, 2019. It was supported by the singles "Wig", "Fag", and "Dripeesha" (the latter featuring Tiffany Haddish).[40][42] Part Three was released in February 2021.
On June 17, 2019, Hall appeared in and co-executive produced the music video for singer-songwriter Taylor Swift's song "You Need to Calm Down".[43] Hall also helped recruit guests for the cameo-filled video.[43] In June 2019, Hall announced that he will be returning to Broadway to play Ogie Anhorn in the musical Waitress opposite fellow YouTuber Colleen Ballinger.[44][45] In August 2019 he joined the panel of Dance Captains for the second series of The Greatest Dancer alongside the other Dance Captains Cheryl, Oti Mabuse and Matthew Morrison.[42][46] From November 2019 to January 2020 Hall will play the lead, Billy Flynn, in the West End version of the musical Chicago.[47]
In February 2020, Hall released a song for Disneyland's new twice daily parade, called "Magic Happens".[48][14] Hall "learned to dance by watching Disney parades".[48] On April 27, 2020, Hall announced on social media that he had spent the past week writing and recording an EP entitled Quarantine Queen (themed around the COVID-19 pandemic).[49] The album was released on April 29, 2020.[50] In May 2020 Hall signed with CAA Management.[51] On November 26, 2020, Hall released a live album of the Haus Party world tour recorded in Atlanta, alongside a full video recording for free on YouTube.
2021–2022: Femuline and Algorythm
[edit]On February 12, 2021, Hall released the third volume of the Haus Party trilogy after being delayed sixteen months past its original release date. On June 8, 2021, Hall released his fourth studio album, Femuline, which was preceded by the singles "Boys in the Ocean" and "Rainin' Fellas". The album is inspired by gay pride and features appearances from Chaka Khan, Tyra Banks, Brandy, Nicole Scherzinger and Ts Madison.[52]
In September 2021, Hall and Samsung teamed up for a remix video of his breakthrough single, "Nails, Hair, Hips, Heels," centered around the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 foldable smartphone. The reworked lyrics -- "Flip, Fold, Snap, Clack"—reference the phone's ability to flip up and fold down.[53]
In December 2021, Hall competed in season six of The Masked Singer as "Bull" and finished in second place.[54]
In January 2022, it was announced that Hall would be participating in the third season of Celebrity Big Brother as a contestant.[55] He made it into the final three and then placed runner up for the season.
On June 1, 2022, Hall released his fifth album, Algorhythm, which was preceded by the single, "Dance Forever".[56]
2024-2025: Burlesque and Midnight
[edit]In 2024 Hall joined the musical Burlesque in the role of Sean. He also wrote some of the new songs for the show, alongside Jess Folley, who starred as Ali Rose. The show opened at the Opera House in Manchester, toured to Glasgow, to return to Manchester.[57] Ahead of its West End transfer in 2025, the show changed its team, with Hall directing and choreographing, as well as reprising the role of Sean.[58]
In October 2025 Hall announced he will premiere his own original musical, Midnight, at the Sadler's Wells East in London, in November of the same year, after a few close-doors performances in New York and London. Hall wrote the music and lyrics for the show, and also directed, choreographed and starred as lead character Rail. He commented “Midnight is an artistic work with a strong sense of social responsibility and cultural depth. It uses artistic means to call on people to cross racial boundaries, learn to understand, tolerate and empathise.”[59]
Personal life
[edit]Hall announced a relationship with model David Borum via an Instagram post in May 2021.[60]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | American Idol | Himself (contestant) | Season 9 – Semi-finalist |
| 2014 | Nickelodeon Kid's Choice Awards | Himself | Opening Act |
| 2015–2016 | Dance Moms | Himself | 3 episodes |
| 2015 | Hit RECord on TV | Lead High School Boy | Episode: "Re: school" "What They Say" segment |
| 2015 | The World Dog Awards | Himself | Presenter |
| 2015 | Catfish: The TV Show | Himself | Episode: "Devan & Rylan" |
| 2015 | Todrick | Himself | 8 episodes |
| 2016 | Dance-Off Juniors | Guest Judge | 10 episodes |
| 2016 | Sing It! | Milo | Episode: "The Chicken Theory?!" |
| 2016–2017 | Gay for Play Game Show Starring RuPaul | Himself (Guest Panelist) | 3 Episodes |
| 2016–2019 | RuPaul's Drag Race | Himself (Guest Judge & Choreographer) | 7 Episodes |
| 2016–2020 | RuPaul's Drag Race: All Stars | Himself (Judge & Choreographer) | Main Panel (Season 2); Guest judge & choreographer (Seasons 3–5) |
| 2016 | Christmas All Over Again | Young Breezy | Television film |
| 2016 | Todrick Hall: Behind the Curtain | Himself; Producer | Documentary film on the making of Straight Outta Oz |
| 2017 | Wild 'N Out | Himself | Episode: "LeSean McCoy/Todrick Hall/SNS & KidTheWiz" |
| 2017 | Sound it Out: The Untitled LGBT Documentary | Himself | |
| 2017 | Bob's Burgers | Miss Triple X-Mas (voice) | Episode: "The Bleakening" |
| 2018 | Muppet Babies | Carlos (voice) | Episode: "Frogs of a Feather" |
| 2018 | Dear White People | Volume 2, "Chapter III" | |
| 2018 | Queer Eye | Himself | Episode: "Sky's the Limit" |
| 2018 | RuPaul's Drag Race Holi-slay Spectacular | Himself (Judge) | Television special |
| 2019 | Crazy Ex-Girlfriend | Funky Cat | Episode: "I Need Some Balance" |
| 2020 | The Greatest Dancer | Dance Captain | |
| 2021 | The Masked Singer | Bull/Himself | Season 6 contestant; Second place |
| 2022 | Celebrity Big Brother | Himself (HouseGuest/Contestant) | Runner-up |
| 2023 | The Real Friends of WeHo | Himself | [61] |
| Year | Title | Role | Theatre | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007-2008 | The Color Purple | Bobby, Harpo (understudy), ensemble | Broadway Theatre | Broadway |
| 2010–2011 | Memphis | Gator (understudy), ensemble | Sam S. Shubert Theatre | |
| 2011 | Hairspray | Ensemble | Hollywood Bowl | |
| Seaweed J. Stubbs | Los Angeles | |||
| 2014 | Cats | Rum Tum Tugger | Lubbock[26] | Regional |
| 2016–2017 | Kinky Boots | Lola/Simon | Al Hirshfeld Theater | Broadway |
| 2017–2018 | Chicago | Billy Flynn | Ambassador Theatre | |
| 2018 | US Tour | US Tour | ||
| 2018-2019 | Phoenix Theatre | West End | ||
| 2019 | Waitress | Ogie Anhorn | Brooks Atkinson Theatre | Broadway |
| 2020 | Kinky Boots | Lola/Simon | Los Angeles | |
| 2024 | Burlesque | Sean | Manchester Opera House and Theatre Royal, Glasgow | Regional; also co-composer and lyricist |
| 2025 | Savoy Theatre | West End; also director, choreographer, co-composer and lyricist | ||
| 2025 | Midnight | Rail | Sadler's Wells East | Off West End: also director, choreographer, composer and lyricist |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Step Up: High Water | Himself | Guest Appearance (Season 2 Episode 4: "Vogue") |
Discography
[edit]- Somebody's Christmas (2010)
- Straight Outta Oz (2016)
- Forbidden (2018)
- Femuline (2021)
- Algorhythm (2022)
- Jim (2023)
Tours
[edit]- Twerk du Soleil (2013)
- Twerk the Halls (2014)
- Toddlerz Ball (2015)
- Straight Outta Oz (2016–2017)
- Forbidden: The Tour (2018)
- Haus Party Tour (2019 & 2021)[62]
- The Femuline World Tour (2022)
Awards and recognition
[edit]- 2014, named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 list.
- 2015, Business Insider's list of the "Hottest YouTube Stars Alive".[63]
- 2016 Streamy Awards, Music Award for Breakthrough Artist, winner.[64]
- 2019 MTV Video Music Award for collaboration on Taylor Swift's "You Need to Calm Down", winner as executive producer.[65][24]
Notes
[edit]References
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Todrick Hall
View on GrokipediaHall first gained national exposure as a contestant on the ninth season of American Idol in 2010, advancing to the Top 16 before elimination.[2] Following this, he performed in Broadway productions, including original cast roles in Memphis and The Color Purple, and lead parts such as Lola in Kinky Boots (2016–2017) and Billy Flynn in Chicago.[3] His YouTube channel, launched around the same period, features elaborate dance-infused parodies and original songs, accumulating over 3.56 million subscribers and nearly one billion views as of October 2025.[4] Hall has released numerous albums, including visual projects like Straight Outta Oz (2016) and Forbidden (2018), and collaborated on high-profile tracks such as co-producing Taylor Swift's "You Need to Calm Down," which won a MTV Video Music Award.[5][6] He has conducted multiple international tours and maintains a significant online presence with over nine million followers across platforms.[5] Despite these accomplishments, Hall's professional reputation has been affected by legal disputes, including a 2022 default judgment ordering him to pay over $100,000 in unpaid rent for a Los Angeles property, allegations of failing to compensate dancers and crew from tours, and a settled 2023 lawsuit from a former assistant accusing him of sexual harassment and retaliation.[7][8][9]
Early life and education
Upbringing and family influences
Todrick Hall was born on April 4, 1985, in Arlington, Texas, to a middle-class family. He was primarily raised by his single mother after his parents' separation, with limited public details on his biological father's involvement during childhood. His mother remarried when Hall was a teenager, introducing a stepfather and a brother into the household, after which the family relocated to the Dallas area. Hall's early exposure to performing arts was self-initiated but supported within the family structure; he began studying ballet at age nine, developing an affinity for dance and music amid a household that included his mother, biological father (in name only per some accounts), brother, and eventual stepfather. His mother, characterized as devoutly Christian, provided a stable but conservative environment that contrasted with Hall's emerging creative pursuits, though she later demonstrated adaptability in supporting his career. Some biographical accounts note an early aspiration to emulate powerful Black female vocalists, reflecting influences from popular music accessible in his Texas upbringing rather than direct familial mentorship in the arts. Conflicting reports place elements of his childhood in Plainview, Texas, approximately 300 miles northwest of Arlington, potentially indicating family moves or extended relatives, but Arlington remains the consistently cited primary birthplace and early home.Initial training in performing arts
Hall began formal training in ballet at the age of nine in Texas, developing a foundation in classical dance technique.[10] [11] He subsequently incorporated jazz, tap, and other dance forms into his studies, building versatility in multiple styles during his early years.[12] Residing in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Hall pursued additional performing arts instruction and performance opportunities at regional venues, including Casa Mañana Theatre in Fort Worth and the Music Hall at Fair Park in Dallas.[13] While attending Arlington High School, he engaged in school theater programs, staging informal musical productions such as adaptations of The Wizard of Oz for peers and family, which honed his skills in choreography, directing, and performance integration.[14] These early experiences emphasized practical application alongside structured classes, fostering Hall's ability to blend dance with vocal and theatrical elements prior to national exposure.[15]Career
Breakthrough in theater and reality television (2006–2010)
In 2007, Hall joined the Broadway production of The Color Purple as a replacement in the ensemble and as Bobby, while also understudying the role of Harpo.[16] The musical, which had premiered in December 2005, featured a score drawing from gospel, jazz, and blues traditions, and Hall's involvement marked his entry into professional Broadway theater during the show's run through early 2008.[17] His performances contributed to the ensemble's dynamic portrayal of early 20th-century rural Georgia life, emphasizing themes of resilience amid hardship.[18] Hall gained wider public exposure in 2010 as a contestant on the ninth season of American Idol, auditioning in Dallas where he advanced after performing Kelly Clarkson's "Since U Been Gone" during Hollywood Week.[19] He progressed to the top 24 semi-finals, delivering a cover of Queen's "Somebody to Love" in the Top 16 round on March 9, 2010, which showcased his vocal range and stage presence but received mixed judge feedback on pitch control.[20] Elimination occurred on March 11, 2010, alongside Katelyn Epperly, Alex Lambert, and Lilly Scott, as viewer votes placed him outside the advancing Top 12; Hall later reflected on the experience as a pivotal, if disappointing, platform for visibility despite the setback.[21] Following his American Idol exit, Hall returned to Broadway in August 2010, joining the ensemble of Memphis at the Shubert Theatre, with understudy duties for the role of Gator, and continued through January 2011.[22] The Tony Award-winning musical depicted the 1950s Memphis music scene, blending rock 'n' roll and rhythm-and-blues elements, and Hall's casting aligned with his strengths in dance-heavy ensemble work amid the production's high-energy choreography.[23] This role solidified his theater foothold, bridging his reality television stint with sustained stage commitments.[24]Emergence on YouTube and early music ventures (2011–2015)
Todrick Hall moved to Los Angeles in 2011, marking the beginning of his focused emergence on YouTube through high-production-value videos featuring choreography, musical theater parodies, and original content. His channel, active since 2006, saw accelerated growth with uploads like the July 18, 2011, flash mob performance at a Target store to Beyoncé's "End of Time," which accumulated over 16 million views and led to his hiring as a choreographer for Beyoncé's Mrs. Carter Show World Tour.[25][24][26] By 2012, Hall's subscriber base reached 100,000, earning him YouTube's Silver Creator Award, as his content increasingly incorporated original songs alongside covers and mashups inspired by Disney and Broadway. Notable videos from this period included the April 12, 2012, "Disney Medley II" collaboration with AJ Rafael, blending classic Disney tracks, and the June 25, 2013, "Disney Dudez," a male-led reinterpretation of Disney princess songs that highlighted his dance ensemble. These productions showcased his skills in self-choreographed routines and thematic storytelling, attracting a dedicated audience interested in musical innovation.[27][28] Hall's early music ventures during this era primarily manifested through YouTube, where he debuted original compositions embedded in video formats rather than standalone commercial releases. Tracks featured in videos emphasized pop, R&B, and theatrical influences, often parodying contemporary hits while introducing his vocal and production style. By 2014–2015, this evolved with releases like the April 7, 2014, "Twerking in the Rain," an original upbeat dance track, and the May 6, 2015, "Beauty And The Beat Boots," a mashup parody tying into his MTV show Todrick. His channel surpassed 1 million subscribers in 2015, receiving the Gold Creator Award, solidifying his transition from theater performer to digital content creator with musical ambitions.[29][30]Major albums, Broadway roles, and TV judging (2016–2017)
In June 2016, Hall released Straight Outta Oz, a visual album that reimagined The Wizard of Oz through contemporary pop and hip-hop tracks, featuring guest appearances from artists such as RuPaul and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.[31] The project, self-produced and distributed via his YouTube channel, garnered over 100 million views within months and led to a national tour that same year, blending choreography, live vocals, and multimedia elements.[32] No major studio albums followed in 2017, though Hall continued promoting Straight Outta Oz through performances and related content. Hall returned to Broadway in November 2016, taking over the role of Lola/Simon in Kinky Boots at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, a part he held until March 5, 2017.[33] The Tony Award-winning musical, with music by Cyndi Lauper, required Hall to portray the drag queen character known for high-energy numbers like "Land of Lola," drawing on his dance background for the role's demanding physicality.[16] His tenure interrupted a touring production of Straight Outta Oz but aligned with his theater experience from earlier credits like Memphis. Toward late 2017, Hall transitioned to the role of Billy Flynn in Chicago, debuting on Broadway before extending to the West End.[34] During this period, Hall served as resident choreographer for RuPaul's Drag Race starting with season 8 in 2016, contributing to challenge designs and appearing as a guest judge on multiple episodes across seasons 8 and 9 (2016–2017).[35] His judging commentary focused on performance technique and staging, leveraging his expertise in dance and production, though he departed the series after season 9.[34] This role elevated his visibility in queer media circles, complementing his album and stage work.Album releases, reality shows, and pandemic-era content (2018–2020)
In 2018, Todrick Hall released his studio album Forbidden on March 27, which addressed themes of race and sexuality through visual and musical elements.[36] The album entered the UK Official Independent Album Breakers Chart at number 10 upon release.[37] Hall promoted it via YouTube videos and live performances, continuing his pattern of self-produced visual albums blending pop, R&B, and hip-hop.[36] During 2019, Hall toured with his Haus Party production, a high-energy live show featuring dance numbers and medleys performed in Atlanta, among other venues.[38] A recording of the Atlanta concert, capturing 28 tracks including countdown intros and ensemble performances, was later issued as a live album in November 2020.[39] This period emphasized his choreography-heavy stage shows, drawing on his theater background for interactive audience elements. No major reality television series starring Hall aired between 2018 and 2020, though he maintained visibility through guest spots and online content. In 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Hall shifted to remote production, announcing and releasing the surprise EP Quarantine Queen on April 29 after writing and recording it in one week.[40] The project included pandemic-themed tracks like "Mask, Gloves, Soap, Scrubs," released with an accompanying video urging hygiene compliance.[41] He also adapted prior hits, such as a quarantine remix of "Nails, Hair, Hips, Heels," and participated in virtual events like Global Pride livestreams for COVID-19 relief.[42] These efforts sustained his YouTube presence, with videos garnering millions of views during lockdowns.[43]Recent theater directing, musicals, and performances (2021–present)
In 2025, Todrick Hall directed and choreographed the West End premiere of Burlesque the Musical at London's Savoy Theatre, with performances running from July 10 to September 6.[44][45] Hall also starred in the production as Sean, the club owner, and contributed additional music and lyrics alongside Christina Aguilera and Sia.[46][47] The show, adapted from the 2010 film, featured a book by Steven Antin and emphasized high-energy dance sequences noted for their athleticism, balletic precision, and acrobatic elements.[48] The production followed a UK tour earlier in 2025, though specific dates and Hall's direct involvement in tour iterations remain unconfirmed in announcements focused on the West End staging.[49] Hall addressed online criticism of the show in July 2025, advocating against detractors undermining theater productions.[47] Later that year, Hall presented the first public workshop of his original musical Midnight at Sadler's Wells East from November 11 to 15.[50][51] Set in the 19th-century American South, the sung-through work explores themes of love, conflict, empathy, and unity amid division, blending genres such as gospel, R&B, classical, pop, rock, opera, folk, and musical theater; it draws inspiration from productions including Hamilton, Les Misérables, and Rent.[51] Hall wrote the musical, with recent casting additions including Rachel Tucker and Ayana George.[52] From 2021 to 2024, Hall's documented theater directing and major musical stage work was limited, with activities centering on music tours, albums, and guest performances of musical numbers at events like Musical Con 2024, where he delivered hits medleys and selections from his prior works.[53][54]Personal life
Family and personal background
Todrick Hall was born on April 4, 1985, in Plainview, Texas, and raised initially by his single mother in a middle-class household.[55][56] His mother, Brenda Cornish, supported the family until she remarried during Hall's teenage years, at which point he gained a stepfather and a brother.[57][15] The family later relocated to Dallas, Texas.[57] Hall has described his family as musically inclined, though he pursued athletics alongside performing arts in his youth.[58] In April 2024, the family's Texas home was destroyed by fire while Hall's brother was home alone; Hall launched a GoFundMe campaign seeking $10,000 to aid recovery, noting his mother's presence in Los Angeles at the time.[59][60] Hall maintains close ties with his family, crediting his mother and grandmother for encouraging his early dreams despite a conservative upbringing.[61]Sexuality, relationships, and public identity
Todrick Hall publicly identifies as homosexual and has been open about his sexual orientation since adolescence. He disclosed his homosexuality to his family at age 15, a decision he later credited with enhancing his personal happiness and professional success.[62] In music releases such as the 2019 single "I LIKE BOYS," Hall explicitly addressed his attraction to men, framing it as a literal emergence from the closet despite prior public acknowledgment of his orientation.[63] He reiterated this aspect of his identity in the 2024 track "I'M GAY," which humorously explores stereotypes associated with gay men.[64] Hall's romantic relationships have included a partnership with actor Jesse Pattison from 2015 to 2017, during which Pattison appeared in Hall's YouTube content.[65] In August 2023, Hall announced a relationship with Liam Roodhouse, stating they had been dating for approximately six months and describing Roodhouse as providing daily reasons to deepen his affection.[66] No further public updates on this relationship were available as of late 2023. As a Black gay performer, Hall has discussed industry barriers faced by men of his demographic, including limited roles and societal stigma against feminine expression within Black communities.[26] He has advocated for greater acceptance of "femuline" traits—blending femininity and masculinity—among Black gay men, positioning himself as a role model to challenge biases rather than conform to comfort.[67] Hall has collaborated on LGBTQ-themed initiatives, such as a 2021 Morphe cosmetics collection donating proceeds to youth support organizations, while emphasizing representation for queer people of color.[68] His public persona integrates these elements through performances and media appearances that highlight queer experiences without diluting his artistic output.Controversies and legal issues
Allegations of nonpayment to performers and retaliation
In October 2019, dancer and choreographer Thom White publicly accused Todrick Hall of failing to pay him for work on the music video for Hall's song "F*G," prompting Hall to acknowledge the claim on Twitter and promise payment, stating he "adore[d] Thom" and that White "deserves it."[69] [8] White later confirmed Hall had contacted him but noted they "disagreed" on the matter despite hearing each other out.[8] Similar allegations emerged from other performers and crew, including videographer María Mendia, who claimed Hall owed her £800 (approximately $1,000) for filming YouTube content between December 29, 2018, and January 7, 2019, along with unreturned equipment; drag performer Manila Luzon, unpaid for hosting Hall's 2018 Halloween party; DJs Travis Holcombe and Josh Peace, unpaid for performing at the same event despite Holcombe having a contract stipulating payment within five days; and performer Hector Franco, owed over $2,000 for the Halloween Ball.[69] Hall did not publicly respond to most of these specific nonpayment claims at the time, though in a January 2020 interview with Attitude magazine, he addressed broader accusations of failing to compensate performers, asserting that his supporters knew he "would never intentionally do some of these things" and emphasizing his history of integrity.[8] Hall maintained in later statements, including a 2023 BuzzFeed interview, that he had "never not paid a dancer [he] promised payment to...ever," attributing any disputes to uncontracted or one-off gigs where expectations differed.[70] Allegations of retaliation surfaced in a 2018 lawsuit filed by a former tour employee, who claimed Hall engaged in sexual harassment, retaliated against the employee for reporting misconduct—including threats to expose personal information online and career intimidation—and failed to pay minimum wage and overtime.[69] [8] The suit, shared publicly by former assistant Tommy McKissock, detailed backlash following the employee's report of an assault by associate Chester Lockhart, with Hall allegedly responding by publicizing private matters.[69] The case was settled out of court and dismissed, with no admission of liability by Hall.[8] Hall tweeted a link to the lawsuit documents in response to related criticism but otherwise denied the claims of intentional harm in his Attitude interview.[8]Financial disputes including unpaid rent judgments
In March 2022, property owners Avi Lavian and Orna Lavian filed a lawsuit against Todrick Hall in Los Angeles Superior Court, alleging he failed to pay $60,000 in rent for February and March 2022 on an 8,000-square-foot Sherman Oaks residence with five bedrooms and eight bathrooms, where the monthly rent was $30,000.[71] [72] The suit followed a three-day notice to pay or vacate issued on March 3, 2022, and sought forfeiture of the lease along with additional damages.[7] Hall had previously posted a YouTube video in late 2021 touring the property as his newly purchased "dream home," though legal documents confirmed it was a rental agreement.[72] The case proceeded to a default judgment in September 2022 after Hall failed to appear or respond in court, resulting in an order for him to pay $100,000 in damages plus $2,000 in attorney fees, totaling $102,000.[73] [7] Despite the judgment, Hall purchased a separate Los Angeles home in August 2022 while the debt remained outstanding.[74] In May 2023, Hall filed a motion to set aside the default judgment and requested additional time to respond, but the outcome of this challenge was not publicly detailed in subsequent reports.[75] Related financial disputes include a May 2023 lawsuit from a furniture showroom alleging Hall owed $126,000 on a bill for items delivered in 2021, after an initial $70,000 payment; Hall denied the claims and contested the suit. These cases arose amid broader reports of Hall's financial obligations, though eviction was prevented by Los Angeles County's rent moratorium extensions during the period.[76]Sexual harassment claims and settlements
In 2018, a former tour employee filed a lawsuit against Todrick Hall in Los Angeles Superior Court, alleging sexual harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, failure to pay overtime and minimum wages, and breach of contract.[69] The complaint claimed Hall created a hostile work environment through unwanted advances and retaliated against the employee for reporting the conduct.[8] Hall settled the case out of court without admitting liability, as confirmed by documents leaked in 2019 by his former assistant Tommy McKissock.[69] McKissock, who worked for Hall from 2017 to 2019, publicly accused Hall of sexual harassment and assault in October 2019, distributing copies of the 2018 complaint and claiming personal knowledge of multiple incidents involving employees.[69] He alleged Hall engaged in a pattern of exploitation, including forcing subordinates into uncomfortable situations related to his personal sexual activities.[77] Hall denied the harassment accusations, stating they stemmed from disgruntled former staff seeking publicity, and emphasized that the 2018 settlement resolved unrelated labor disputes.[78] In November 2022, another former assistant, identified as John Doe in court filings, sued Hall and his production company in Los Angeles County Superior Court for sexual harassment, discrimination, labor code violations, and failure to pay minimum wages and overtime.[9] The suit detailed claims that Hall required Doe to view explicit videos sent to him by sexual partners and created a discriminatory environment based on sexual orientation.[79] Doe alleged an agreed weekly salary of $1,400 was not fully paid, resulting in unpaid wages exceeding thousands of dollars.[79] The parties reached a confidential settlement in March 2023, after which Doe requested dismissal of the case in April 2023; terms were not publicly disclosed, and Hall did not admit wrongdoing.[9]Backlash over public statements and industry practices
In June 2021, Todrick Hall drew widespread condemnation for tweeting, "They hoped we'd still be here complaining about not having reparations or handouts. Slavery worked," in response to discussions on historical oppression and reparations for Black Americans.[80] [81] Critics across social media and commentary outlets accused the remark of trivializing the systemic violence and trauma of slavery while implying that Black resilience validated its legacy, prompting calls for accountability from figures in entertainment and activism.[80] Hall deleted the post shortly after, but screenshots proliferated, intensifying the online scrutiny. In March 2021, Hall faced accusations of slut-shaming while defending Taylor Swift against a joke in the Netflix series Ginny & Georgia that referenced Swift's history of short relationships.[82] [83] In a tweet, he contrasted Swift's dating record with other female pop stars, stating, "I can think of quite a few pop girls who have had more partners than her... publicly," which detractors interpreted as invoking promiscuity to diminish criticism of Swift.[82] [84] The comments sparked backlash from fans and media observers who highlighted perceived hypocrisy and reinforcement of judgmental standards toward women's personal lives.[85] Hall encountered further criticism in January 2023 for publicly speculating on factors contributing to the suicide of Stephen "tWitch" Boss, a fellow entertainer and former co-host on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.[86] [87] In social media posts and interviews, Hall suggested that the 2020 workplace toxicity scandals surrounding Ellen DeGeneres placed undue pressure on Boss, potentially exacerbating his mental health struggles leading to his death.[88] [89] Associates of Boss and media reports labeled the remarks as irresponsible and presumptuous, arguing they inappropriately linked unverified external pressures to a private tragedy without evidence or family input.[90] [91] Hall maintained that his intent was to highlight industry stresses, but the statements fueled perceptions of insensitivity amid ongoing debates over mental health privacy in entertainment.[92] Regarding industry practices, Hall has publicly decried "bullying" within theater and entertainment circles, particularly in a May 2024 statement describing his career challenges as "harder than most" due to external pressures. However, such defenses have coincided with broader critiques of his operational methods, including performer treatment during tours and productions, where former collaborators have alleged exploitative dynamics like deferred payments or high-pressure environments—claims Hall has rebutted as exaggerated or motivated by envy. These tensions highlight recurring friction between Hall's advocacy for resilience in a competitive field and accusations that his own practices mirror the very issues he critiques.Artistic output
Discography and music releases
Todrick Hall's music releases primarily consist of self-produced visual albums, studio albums, EPs, and soundtracks, often distributed independently via digital platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. These works frequently incorporate theatrical elements, choreography, and narratives drawing from pop culture, personal experiences, and Broadway influences, with many originating as YouTube video series before full audio release.[93] His output emphasizes multimedia integration rather than traditional radio singles, resulting in niche appeal among online audiences over mainstream chart dominance; for instance, only the single "Dem Beats" from Forbidden achieved a UK chart peak of number 74.[94] Key early releases include the holiday EP Somebody's Christmas on December 7, 2010, marking his initial foray into original music beyond covers.[95] His breakthrough visual album Straight Outta Oz, released June 23, 2016, reimagines The Wizard of Oz as an autobiographical narrative with hip-hop and pop elements, featuring guest appearances from artists like Pentatonix and Joseph Gordon-Levitt; it garnered over 100 million YouTube views for associated videos but did not chart significantly on major album rankings.[31] This was followed by Forbidden on March 27, 2018, a concept album exploring themes of romance and betrayal through R&B and dance tracks, self-released with video accompaniments that highlighted Hall's choreography.[96] Subsequent releases expanded into EPs and themed projects, such as the COVID-19-inspired Quarantine Queen EP in 2020, later reissued digitally.[93] Femuline arrived in 2021 as a celebration of femininity and queer identity, with a reloaded edition featuring additional tracks.[97] Later albums like Algorhythm (2022), Jim (2023), Roach Killaz (May 2, 2023), and ICON (April 4, 2024) continued his pattern of genre-blending pop, rap, and musical theater, often tied to live tours or stage productions.[98] Soundtracks for his original musicals, including Cinderella Rock (February 27, 2024) and U.G.L.Y. The Moo-sical, further diversified his catalog, emphasizing narrative-driven compositions over standalone hits.[93]| Album/EP | Type | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| Straight Outta Oz | Visual/Studio Album | June 23, 2016[31] |
| Forbidden | Visual/Studio Album | March 27, 2018[96] |
| Quarantine Queen | EP | 2020 (original)[93] |
| Femuline | Studio Album | 2021[93] |
| Algorhythm | Studio Album | 2022[93] |
| Jim | Studio Album | 2023[93] |
| ICON | Studio Album | April 4, 2024[98] |