Lea Michele: Last News

While Lea Michele is currently receiving rave reviews for her turn on Funny Girl, don't expect her former co-star Chris Colfer to be among those flocking to the show.The actor, who starred opposite Lea in Glee from 2009 to 2015, threw some serious shade at Lea when asked if he would be checking out the musical while in New York City.Chris joked his day suddenly 'got full' after Michelle Collins suggested he check out Funny Girl, more than two years after Lea came under fire for alleged bullying behavior on the set of Glee.   'I can be triggered at home': Chris Colfer has no interest in seeing former Glee co-star Lea Michele in Funny Girl  'By the way, Chrissy, guess what I'm doing tonight? Oh my God, you should come if you're here,' Michelle asked during an interview with Chris on her show, The Michelle Collins Show.  'Oh no, are you seeing Funny Girl?' Chris asked Michelle. 'I am,' Michelle replied.'Oh,' Chris replied in a deflated tone before adding, 'My day suddenly just got so full.' Broadway sensation: Michele has been earning rave reviews for her role as Fanny Brice in Funny Girl 'Wait, no! Wow! Chris!' Michelle exclaimed.

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Glee's behind-the-scenes controversies which rocked the foundations of the wholesome TV show are to be explored in a new documentary series.The three-part series will examine the countless scandals among the show's cast, including Mark Salling, who killed himself after pleading guilty to child pornography charges, Cory Monteith's heroin overdose, accusations of -on-set bullying by Lea Michele and the shock drowning of Naya Rivera.The untitled Discovery+ and ID series will feature interviews with cast and crew members who will share memories of their time on the Fox show, as well as previously unheard testimonials from family and friends.Glee ran for six seasons from 2009 to 2015 and throughout its time on air and the years following, trauma has reigned supreme - leading to claims of a 'Glee Curse'. The programme centred on the William McKinley High School Glee club and starred Lea, Matthew Morrison, Cory, Darren Criss, Chris Colfer, Jane Lynch, Amber Riley, Mark, Heather Morris and Kevin McHale. Glee Curse: Glee's behind-the-scenes controversies which rocked the foundations of the wholesome TV show are to be explored in a new documentary series (Pictured top row L-R: Chord Overstreet, Harry Shum Jr., Naya Rivera, Dianna Agron, Iqbal Theba, Heather Morris, Chris Colfer and Jane Lynch.

The dirt on “Glee” is about to be dug up.

EJ Panaligan editor An upcoming three-part docuseries from Discovery+ and ID will seek to explore the behind-the-scenes controversies of Fox’s “Glee” series. With access to key cast and crew members, the documentary from Ample Entertainment will have its subjects share first-hand stories of their time on the show, which aired between 2009 and 2015. Topics discussed will unveil the highs and lows of show’s production, and will also include testimonials of close family and friends of the cast and production crew. The series is currently untitled, but aims to discuss the complicated and difficult subjects that the actors experience behind-the-scenes. Such as the loss of actor Cory Monteith, who played Finn, who succumbed to an accidental heroin overdose.

Do not expect to see Chris Colfer in the audience for Lea Michele’s Broadway show Funny Girl.

EXCLUSIVE: Discovery+ and ID are exploring the real story behind Fox’s hit series Glee.

A reunion that won’t happen. Chris Colfer recently passed on the chance to see fellow Glee alum Lea Michele in Funny Girl — and he has no plans to check out her performance in the future.

Julie Benko is currently the alternate for Lea Michele in Broadway’s Funny Girl and she performs the role of Fanny Brice every Thursday night.

Lea Michele made a fashionable appearance as she stepped out in New York City earlier on Sunday afternoon. The former Glee star, 36, opted for stylish comfort wearing a pair of blue jeans and a warm sweater as she stopped for a refreshment in the bustling city. The mother of one recently returned to Broadway last month in September to portray the role of Fanny Brice in Funny Girl, which has since garnered her critical acclaim.  Chic: Lea Michele, 36, made a fashion statement as she stepped out in New York City earlier on Sunday afternoon The talented singer donned a long-sleeved, zebra print sweater that comprised of a low V-cut.  The Broadway star paired the stylish top by slipping into a pair of classic denim jeans, showcasing her slim legs. Lea added a pair of close-toed, black heels for a classic touch to her overall look for her weekend outing in the big apple.As she enjoyed a stroll in the cooler, fall temperatures, the actress sipped on a refreshing green drink to stay hydrated throughout the day.   Fashionable: The former Glee star donned a pair of stylish jeans and a sweater as she stopped to purchase a refreshing drink during her weekend outing To accessorize her look, Lea carried a large, black purse which was placed in the crook of her elbow. She added a long, dainty necklace and threw on a pair of black sunglasses to protect her eyes when she stepped into the bright sunshine. The star slung a black jacket over her right arm in case she became a little chilly later in the afternoon. Lea has been working through a busy schedule while taking on the leading role of Fanny Brice in the hit Broadway production titled, Funny Girl. The beauty officially took over the role from Beanie Feldstein earlier last month in

Lea Michele is heading to work.

Lea Michele nailed business chic in a structured black blazer, which she wore over her shoulders, and a pair of matching trousers while heading to Broadway on Friday.As she made her way to the August Wilson Theatre for another performance of her musical Funny Girl, since taking over the role from Beanie Feldstein, the 36-year-old Glee star appeared in high spirits as she gave onlooker a friendly wave and smile.She accessorized her timeless look with a pair of black shades, coordinating belt with a gold buckle, open-toed leather heels and her brunette locks in a low ponytail. Looking good! Lea Michele nailed business chic in a structured black blazer, which she wore over her shoulders, and a pair of matching trousers while heading to Broadway on FridayAdditionally, the triple threat held onto a large black tote and flashed a glimpse the three blue butterflies tattooed on her right foot.

Darren Criss watched his friend and former "Glee" co-star sing "Don't Rain on My Parade," this time not as Rachel Berry, but as Fanny Brice.  In the hit Fox show, Michele played Berry, who was an aspiring Broadway performer. On various occasions throughout the duration the show, Michele belts out one of musical's signature songs, "Don't Rain on My Parade."   In a truly full circle moment, a fictional story became reality when Michele took over as Fanny Brice, a role famously held by Barbra Streisand and later Beanie Feldstein and her "Glee" co-star was quick to show support.  Darren Criss showed support for his former "Glee" co-star by attending the Broadway production of "Funny Girl" where she recently took over the role of Fanny Brice.  (Bruce Glikas/WireImage) Michele posted a picture to her Instagram of Criss, along with his wife Mia in attendance at the show.  "The amount of times this guy has heard me sing Don't Rain on My Parade," Michele captioned the post.

Lea Michele is giving fans a sneak peek at her performance in the Broadway musical Funny Girl!

Singer and actress Lea Michele has been doing very well on her Broadway show Funny Girl.And on Friday the Glee vet talked to Good Morning America in NYC about stepping into some very big shoes before she sang a song from the show.When asked if she would love it if her idol Barbra Streisand, who made the role of Fanny Brice in Funny Girl famous, came by and watcher her performance, Michele said yes and that it would be 'incredible.' Her time to shine: Singer and actress Lea Michele has been doing very well on her Broadway show Funny Girl. And on Friday the Glee vet talked to Good Morning America in NYC about stepping into some very big shoes before she sang a song from the show She got all suited up: Lea was seen in costume to sing for GMAFunny Girl is a musical with score by Jule Styne, lyrics by Bob Merrill, and book by Isobel Lennart, that first opened on Broadway in 1964.Streisand performed on stage and then starred in the 1968 movie starring Omar Sharif. Lea shared, 'Everyone knows my love for Barbra Streisand, I have expressed that from Glee, from growing up, and she made Funny Girl what it is and we would love if she came to the show.'It would be incredible if she came,' noted Lea.

Well, that’s that. After all the controversies and badly handled original castings and headlines and backstage bruisings and firings or resignations or whatever they were, Funny Girl is, as so many suspected all along, the musical that Lea Michele was born to lead. Broadway’s new Fanny Brice is, to put is simply and without exaggeration, a knock-out.

Lea Michele was the epitome of chic as she stepped out in New York on Saturday.The 36-year-old star of Funny Girl on Broadway wore a black top with a pair of light high-waisted jeans with trendy rips, and a chic black coat draped over her shoulders.To tie to look together, the beauty opted for a pair of classic black heels and a chic taupe Celine 'luggage' tote bag.  Chic: Lea Michele was the epitome of chic as she stepped out in New York on Saturday wearing a black top with a pair of light high-waisted jeans with trendy rips, and a chic black coat The Glee star completed her look with an oversized pair of black shades. The multi-talented performer wore her raven tresses parted in the middle and pulled into a slick bun.She seemed to be in great spirits and gave the cameras a friendly wave at one point.  Stylish: To tie to look together, the beauty opted for a pair of classic black heels and a chic taupe Celine 'luggage' tote bag Healthy: Later in the day she switched out of her heels and into a pair of more comfortable flat shoes, and was seen grabbing a green smoothie Later in the day she switched out of her heels and into a pair of more comfortable flat shoes, and was seen grabbing a green smoothie.The star stayed protected with a black face covering for the outing. The outing comes a day after Michele appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and performed the song People from her hit Broadway production Funny Girl.

Lea Michele appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and performed the song People from her hit Broadway production Funny Girl on Friday.The Glee star is playing Fanny Brice in the revival of Funny Girl at the August Wilson Theatre, a role she recently took over after Beanie Feldstein left the production midway through its run.Michele delivered a show-stopping performance for the television audience and discussed returning to Broadway after more than a decade. Show stopper: Lea Michele appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and performed the song People from the hit Broadway production Funny Girl on Friday ‘I’ve been wanting to come back to Broadway for so many years; I was gone for 15 years; Spring Awakening was the last show I did.

Lea Michele brought Broadway to television when she appeared on Friday’s edition of “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon”.

Lea Michele just gave fans a sneak peek at her performance in the Broadway revival of Funny Girl!

Actress Lea Michele has made her triumphant return to the Broadway stage in the Funny Girl revival, though her son wasn’t as enthused.