Ben Platt is an American actor, singer, and songwriter, born on September 24, 1993. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Evan Hansen in the Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen, for which he won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical in 2017. In addition to his stage work, Platt has appeared in various films and television series, including the popular Netflix series The Politician. He has also released solo music, showcasing his vocal talent and songwriting skills, further establishing himself as a versatile performer in the entertainment industry.