Chris Colfer, Ellen DeGeneres, "Orange is the New Black" and more take home People's Choice Awards The People’s Choice Awards, the first televised awards show of the year, aired last night on CBS and several out stars, characters, and LGBT-inclusive series won their categories as voted on by the fans. SELLER: Chris Colfer LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA PRICE: $1,150,000 SIZE: 2,462 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. [61] On Hollywood Game Night, hosted by Glee co-star Jane Lynch, Colfer won $6,000 and donated it to the Make-a-Wish Foundation of America. He had been offered the role by Jennifer Saunders after he invited her to the Glee: Live tour in 2011. Coming Soon. [15] As a high school senior, he wrote, starred in, and directed a spoof of Sweeney Todd entitled "Shirley Todd", in which all of the roles were gender-reversed. [30] Now considered a series, it reached No. [26][27], The second book in the series, The Land of Stories: The Enchantress Returns (2013) debuted at number two on The New York Times Best Seller list, and by the end of 2013 it had spent eleven weeks in the top fifteen for Children's Middle Grade books. early deadline on dec 3rd, 2020. Colfer's portrayal of Kurt received critical praise for which he has been the recipient of several awards, including Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Television Film at the 2011 Golden Globe Awards, and three consecutive People's Choice Awardsfor Favorite Comedic TV Actor in 2013, 2014, and 2015. In 2013, Colfer filmed a public service announcement (PSA) with Elmo about anti-bullying for Sesame Street in Communities,[59] and participated in the Course of the Force run benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. [14] When he attended Clovis East High School, he was involved with the speech and debate program, and he won "champion titles", including placing ninth in the State Competition for Dramatic Interpretation. Gold Derby TV Award: Comedy Supporting Actor Glee (2009) 2011 Nominee Gold Derby TV Award: Comedy Supporting Actor Glee (2009) 2010 Nominee Gold Derby TV Award: Comedy Supporting Actor Glee (2009) Ensemble of the Year Glee (2009) He will also write the script and serve as one of the executive producers on the project. In June 2017, it was announced that Colfer will make his directorial debut with a film adaptation of The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell. [12] In 2012, Colfer dedicated his first published novel to her, and quoted her: "Christopher, I think you should wait until you're done with elementary school before worrying about being a failed writer. At age 18, Colfer starred as Russel Fish in Russel Fish: The Sausage and Eggs Incident, a short film in which an awkward teenager must pass a Presidential Physical Fitness test or fail gym class and lose his admission to Harvard University. Colfer was born in Clovis, California. Best known for his portrayal of Kurt Hummel on the Golden-Globe winning international television show Glee, Chris Colfer has also made a name for himself as the author of the highly successful Land of Stories series.The New York Times bestselling books follow the adventures of twins as they travel through a land filled with fairy tale characters. Chris Colfer says he has "raging ADD." He further received success for his film ‘Struck by Lightening’. On October 1, 2019, Colfer came out with a new book, A Tale of Magic. The film's director, Henry F. Anderson III, said Colfer is "perfect" for the project because he "has an appealing, youthful voice which fits right in with our lead character, KC, who is above all a charismatic entertainer. Chris Colfer is a very talented actor and vocalist who was born on May 27, 1990 in Fresno, ... Born: May 27, 1990 In March 2015, Jane Leeves posted an image on Twitter confirming that Colfer would be returning to an episode titled "All About Elka" in the show's final season. Colfer auditioned for the part of Artie Abrams, who uses a wheelchair, a role which eventually went to Kevin McHale. [5][6][7] In April 2011, Colfer was named one of the Time 100, Time's list of the 100 most influential people in the world. [47], In 2014, Colfer guest starred on an episode of Hot in Cleveland as Tony, Victoria's son. [28] Following the success of the first two books, Colfer contracted for an additional three books with Little, Brown: two novels and a picture book. On Tuesday, Jan. 12, Dorsey and co-stars of the actress—who portrayed Santana on the award … the Regular entry deadline is on February 4th, 2021. Both speeches he gave were praised by the media for being funny while making references to things like fanfiction and fanart to show his appreciation for fan culture. Christopher Paul "Chris" Colfer is an American actor, singer, author and producer best known for his portrayal of Kurt Hummel on the television series Glee. I don't think any of us directly try to give input on the character or on the storyline, but they definitely steal things from us.[18]. He won many awards for his portrayal of the role, including the 2011 Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Television Film. [36], In March 2012, Colfer was featured in a performance of Dustin Lance Black's play, 8 – a staged reenactment of the federal trial that overturned California's Prop 8 ban on same-sex marriage – as Ryan Kendall. 1 Nominations. While his ever-growing list of projects and creative avenues may suggest there's some truth in that, the dedication and determined focus he brings to each prove he's actually just a great multi-tasker. [24][25] The books are about two twins, named Conner and Alex Bailey, who get their grandma's book and go through adventures in "The Land of Stories". the 13th annual shorty awards for brands and organizations is open for entries! [57], Colfer was raised in a conservative Christian home and attended Christian youth camps.[58]. Golden Globes Awards Awards Database. 1 as a series on The New York Times Best Seller list for the first time on July 26. [45] About the offer, Colfer said: "I've been asked in interviews if I ever wanted to write [an episode of Glee], and I said, 'Absolutely not because it was not my world.' [10], When Colfer was seven, his younger sister was diagnosed with severe epilepsy; he said, "She'd have these horrid, horrid epileptic fits in the middle of the night. It is a prequel to the Land of Stories series. [35], Colfer wrote, starred in, executive-produced, and novelized the coming-of-age comedy film Struck by Lightning. In his emotional acceptance speech, he thanked Ryan Murphy for being his "fairy godfather" and dedicated the award to kids who have been bullied and told "they can't […] have what they want because of who they are. Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television. Net Worth & Salary of Chris Colfer in 2021 [51] This book follows the story of Cash Carter, a world-famous television star who decides to take a cross-country road trip with four of his biggest fans, as they are getting ready to enter college.[52]. Christopher Paul Colfer (born May 27, 1990) is an American actor, singer, and author. 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Share Chris Colfer's Shorty Awards page Tweet The sixth and final installment, The Land of Stories: Worlds Collide was released on July 11, 2017. 2011 Winner. YouTube, Instagram, Twitch, TikTok, Snapchat, He is a coalition member of Uprising of Love, an organization which supports the safety and dignity of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) Russians. "In addition to starring in the project – which will be shopped around to broadcast networks, cable channels and streaming services – Colfer is also expected to write and direct the pilot, which he'll executive-produce alongside Keith Quinn and Rob Weisbach.". List of awards and nominations received by Glee AfterEllen.com and AfterElton.com Awards. 2011, Golden Globe — Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television: Winner. While filming was expected to begin sometime during the summer of 2015, it has been delayed. [40] He also wrote another movie, set in an asylum, which he planned to appear in as a supporting actor. blockbuster ceremony in New York City. "[11] He "craved attention" from his parents, but it was diverted to his sister's health. Colfer's first TV role came in 2009 when he was cast as Kurt Hummel on Fox's Glee. [citation needed] For two weeks after the book's release it was number one on The New York Times Best Seller list in the Children's Chapter Books category. [32] Following its release, The Land of Stories charted at No. Chris Colfer net worth and salary: Chris Colfer is an American actor, singer, and writer who has a net worth of $8 million. He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Kurt Hummel on the television musical Glee (2009–2015). "[5] He was twice nominated for an Emmy Award[23] in the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series category for his portrayal of Kurt. He is an actor, known for Glee (2009-2015), Struck by Lightning (2012), and The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell. He was "born wanting to be a storyteller", using both writing and acting as ways to entertain people and escape reality. He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Kurt Hummel on the television musical Glee. Colfer’s portrayal of Kurt received critical praise for which he has been the recipient of several awards, including Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Television Film at the 2011 Golden Globe Awards and three consecutive People’s Choice Awards for … The Hollywood Foreign Press Association® Back to Main Menu; HFPA Home; HFPA Articles; About HFPA; Award Rules & Entry Forms He was also nominated for an Emmy Award for his portrayal of Kurt. Golden Globes 2011: Chris Colfer (Glee) wins for best performance by an actor in a supporting role in a series Recipient of a Golden Globe and Screen Guild Award each and three People’s Choice Awards, Colfer was named in the Time's list of the 100 most influential people in 2011. In 2013 and 2014, Colfer won consecutive People's Choice Awards for Favorite Comedic TV Actor. Chris Colfer is an American actor and author who gained global acclaim for playing the role of Kurt Hummel in Glee . [62], Colfer at a book signing event in August 2013. [60] In 2014, he participated in a PSA about Let Girls Learn, put out by the U.S. Agency for International Development. He demonstrated his skill with a pair of sai, revealing that he bought a pair on eBay and regularly practices in his trailer. [31], Colfer's fourth novel, The Land of Stories: Beyond the Kingdoms, was released on July 7, 2015. [11] He knew he wanted to be an actor, but as a coping mechanism he retreated into his imagination and writing fairy tales. The official site for Chris Colfer's #1 bestselling book series, The Land of Stories: Author events, videos, previews, new and more! While a student at Clovis East High School, Colfer was involved with the Speech & Debate program where he won "many speech and debate Champion titles," including placing 9th in the State Competition for Dramatic Interpretation, the drama club, the FFA, "was president of the Writer’s Club, editor of the school's literary magazine, and captain of Destination ImagiNation." STARmeterSEE RANK. Colfer was born in Clovis, California, to Karyn and Timothy Colfer. In an interview with Chelsea Handler in December 2009, Colfer stated that he is gay. Colfer wrote, starred in, produced, and novelized his first film, Struck by Lightning, which debuted at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival. . The Shorty Awards honor the talented agencies, brands, and industry leaders behind the best and most innovative work on social media and digital channels, campaigns, websites and applications. '"[46] The title of the episode, which aired in May 2014, is "Old Dog New Tricks". Glee. In 2011 Golden Globe Awards, he got Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Television Film. The Enchantress Returns (The Land of Stories, #2) by Chris Colfer, Brandon Dorman (Illustrator) Colfer was a co-chair for the Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Award Party in 2013 and 2014. 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On May 14, 2015, it was made public that the biopic Colfer has been mentioning for almost a year was going to be about Noël Coward with the working title Noel with Colfer in the title role. Shorty Awards® is a registered trademark of Shorty Awards LLC. He is best known for his breakthrough role as the leading character in the series ‘Glee’. Dear Robert DeNiro: Next time around, let Chris Colfer write your material. About HFPA HFPA Philanthropy About the Golden Globes Golden Globes Credentials Latest HFPA News Apply for a Grant Awards … Colfer is an active supporter of the It Gets Better campaign and The Trevor Project, creating an It Gets Better video after the Glee episode "Never Been Kissed" aired, and dedicated his 2011 Golden Globe Award to bullied kids in LGBTQ communities. The plot revolves around Colfer's character, who is struck and killed by a bolt of lightning, and chronicles his exploits as he blackmails his fellow senior classmates into contributing to a literary magazine he is publishing. [6][7], On June 8, 2011, Colfer signed a book deal with Little, Brown and Company to write two novels for children. Some of the awards that Colfer has won include a Golden Globe Award and the People’s Choice Awards, which he won in 2013, 2014, and 2015. [48] Colfer prepared for the role in London. Murphy explained in the season two finale of The Glee Project that Colfer was the inspiration for the project show because he didn't fit the role he auditioned for but was still "incredible and special" so a role was created for him.[22]. In a 2010 interview with Allison Kugel, Colfer stated that: There have been a couple of times when I have gone to Ryan Murphy and told him a couple of things that have happened to me, and then he writes it into the show. As of September 2019[update], he has published fifteen books. Facts about Chris Colfer 2: the awards There are various awards that he receives because of his portrayal of Kurt in Glee. The Shorty Awards honor the best people and organizations on social media, culminating in a He also wrote The New York Times bestselling Land of Stories series of YA books, starting with The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell. Made in NY. Chris´ Schwester Hannah, leidet unter schweren Epilepsie und durchlebt öfters über 50 Anfälle pro Stunde. Chris ist offen homosexuell und teilte dem Access Hollywood mit, dass seine Eltern ihn akzeptierten, aber an seiner Schule häufig gemobbt wurde, was aber angeblich nicht an seiner Sexualität lag, sondern daran, dass er damals etwas molliger war. "[13], Colfer was bullied so severely in middle school that he needed to be home schooled for half of 7th grade and 8th grade. [42] The film, which will costar Ron Perlman, is described as "a classic, heart-warming adventure story about an unlikely duo who couldn't be more different." Colfer kommentierte, dass er, als er jünger war, die Schauspielerei als Mehtode nutzte, u… The film will be directed by Joe Stephenson. Chris Colfer is a Golden Globe-winning, Emmy and SAG Award nominated actor, #1 New York Times bestselling author, screenwriter and producer. 2011 Winner. He also appeared as a guest judge in Chopped Junior. [11], At an early age, Colfer showed a passion for writing. Kurt is a fashionable gay countertenor who is routinely bullied at school for being gay and participating in the very unpopular Glee Club. Millions of people participate in Colfer landed a deal with Disney Channel to adapt the book The Little Leftover Witch for a television pilot. I didn't want to tamper with someone else's image. Awards Sports ... Chris Colfer on Behind-the-Scenes on the Set of Glee: 'I Wasn't Hooking Up with Anybody’ Because the Glee star sure came out swinging with some choice sound … [citation needed]. In 2013, 2014 and 2015, he earned People’s Choice Awards for Favorite Comedic TV Actor for three consecutive years. Colfer's portrayal of Kurt received critical praise for which he has been the recipient of several awards, including Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Television Film at the 2011 Golden Globe Awards, and three consecutive People's Choice Awards for Favorite Comedic TV Actor in 2013, 2014, and 2015. The Shortys to recognize individuals and organizations producing great content on Twitter, Facebook, [53] He has been in a relationship with actor and producer Will Sherrod since 2013. Christopher Paul Colfer[2][3] (born May 27, 1990)[4] is an American actor, singer, and author. 4 on The New York Times Best Seller list and spent four weeks on the list. Best Supporting Actor - Television. [33][34], The picture book, written by Colfer and illustrated by Brandon Dorman, The Curvy Tree was released in October 2015, and is based on a short original fairy tale of the same name, which Colfer first told in The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell.[29]. Chris Colfer is a very talented actor and vocalist who was born on May 27, 1990 in Fresno, California, USA as Christopher Paul Colfer. Comments Most Popular Chris Colfer is a Golden Globe-winning actor best known for his role as ""Kurt Hummel"" on Glee.He was recently honored as a member of the 2011 TIME 100, Time magazine's annual list of the one hundred most influential people in the world.The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell was his first novel. [8] He is of Irish ancestry and has stated: "I'm very Irish, my family is all Irish and St. Patrick's day in my house is crazy. [10] His grandmother was his first editor, advising and encouraging him in elementary school when he first attempted to write a fairytale-inspired novel, which would later become The Land of Stories. The regular deadline is on February 4th, 2020. Jennifer Garner, Lena Dunham and Glee star and author of The Land of Stories series Chris Colfer are set to join and congratulate the winners of the 2020 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, the nonprofit Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, in a virtual ceremony set to take place on June 4. [41] However, both of these projects have been delayed with no expected dates for production. He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Kurt Hummel on the television musical Glee (2009–2015). Chris Colfer is an award-winning American actor and author. [17][18], The first show Colfer acted in was a community theatre production of West Side Story. U.S. State: California Chris Colfer is an American actor, singer and writer who came to limelight for his role of Kurt Hummel in the super hit television series ‘Glee’. and the rest of the social web. In 2016, he played Christopher in Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie. Then they were like, 'Here, come tamper. [19] He then appeared in The Sound of Music as Kurt von Trapp, which later inspired the naming of his Glee character.[20]. He also mentioned that he would like it if his sai could be worked into an episode of Glee; they first appeared in the season 3 episode "I Am Unicorn", during Colfer's character Kurt Hummel's performance of "I'm the Greatest Star" from the musical Funny Girl. [44], After a few months of planning, it was revealed in March 2014, that Colfer had been asked by Glee's producers to write an episode. [16] One of his real in-school experiences was later turned into a sub-plot for his character on Glee, when the high school teachers denied him the chance to sing "Defying Gravity" from the musical Wicked because it is traditionally sung by a woman. … The fifth book in the series, The Land of Stories: An Author's Odyssey, was released on July 12, 2016. [42] The film is now in post-production, though as of 2019 no release date has been set. I… Chris also appeared in Time’s 2011 list of 100 most influential people. For his performance, he received several major acting awards. It was shot during the Glee hiatus in the summer of 2011 and had its world premiere in 2012 at the Tribeca Film Festival. [49], In 2012, Colfer released a companion book to his film Struck by Lightning, called Struck By Lightning: The Carson Phillips Journal. 1 Wins. Chris Colfer. In 2017, Colfer announced he is developing a new TV show called Indigo, a sci-fi drama about indigo children who are misdiagnosed as having mental or physical illnesses – when they really possess supernatural abilities. 14 quotes have been tagged as chris-colfer: Chris Colfer: ‘Don’t listen to what people tell you because they’ll try to bring you down. Or he'll ask me what song I would want to sing, in this situation or in that situation. "[43] Vocal recording for the film began on February 1, 2014. [50], In early 2017, Colfer released his second book for young adult readers called Stranger Than Fanfiction. Ryan Dorsey and more mourn Naya Rivera on what would have been the Glee star's 34th birthday. Besides acting in … Colfer won the 2011 Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series for his performance as Kurt Hummel. The first book in the series, The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell, was released on July 17, 2012. He was also active in the drama club, the FFA, "was president of the Writer's Club, editor of the school's literary magazine, and captain of Destination ImagiNation". The show's creator, Ryan Murphy, was so impressed with Colfer that he created the role of Kurt specifically for him,[21] and in the process, scrapped a planned character called Rajish so they could add Kurt. Chris Colfer is an American actor, singer and author. Tim Stack, "Glee star Chris Colfer discusses his new pilot for Disney and Kurt's return to McKinley – EXCLUSIVE", insidetv.ew.com, April 22, 2011. [37] The production was held at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre and broadcast on YouTube to raise money for the American Foundation for Equal Rights.[38][39]. [29], The third book in the series, The Land of Stories: A Grimm Warning, was released on July 8, 2014. 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