Idina Menzel

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Summary

Idina Menzel is an actor and singer known for originating Maureen in Rent and Elphaba in Wicked, and for voicing Elsa in Frozen. Her stage and screen work often centers on outsiders, self-acceptance, and personal empowerment. She has repeatedly spoken of her support for LGBTQ+ people, performed at Pride events, backed the idea of Elsa having a girlfriend, and described her album Drama Queen as a thank-you to the queer community. Menzel co-founded A BroaderWay Foundation, which uses arts programs to support girls from underserved communities.