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Ben Levi Ross

Ben Levi Ross is an American stage actor and singer.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ben Levi Ross is an American stage actor and singer. He is best known for performing in the musical *Dear Evan Hansen*, including as Evan on Broadway and in the national tour, and for appearing in productions such as *Ragtime* and screen projects including *tick, tick... BOOM!* and *Elsbeth*.

Early life and education

Ben Levi Ross was born on January 15, 1998, in Los Angeles, California, United States. Publicly available biographical sources identify him as an American performer, though detailed education information is limited in the provided sources.

Stage career

Ross became widely known for *Dear Evan Hansen*, where he performed multiple roles on Broadway and later played Evan in the national tour. He later appeared in *Ragtime* as Mother's Younger Brother, earning major award recognition for the role.

Screen work

Ross has also worked in television and film, including credits for *tick, tick... BOOM!*, *Elsbeth*, and *River Fork*. These roles expanded his profile beyond stage performance.

Recognition

His performance in *Ragtime* brought him a Tony Award nomination, and sources also note a Drama Desk Award win for outstanding featured performance in a musical.

Key facts

  • Ross is an American stage actor and singer born on January 15, 1998.
  • He is best known for his work in *Dear Evan Hansen*, as Evan on Broadway and in the national tour.
  • He received a Tony Award nomination for playing Mother's Younger Brother in the Broadway revival of *Ragtime*.
  • His screen credits include *tick, tick... BOOM!*, *Elsbeth*, and *River Fork*.
  • He also won a Drama Desk Award for outstanding featured performance in a musical.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ben Levi Ross?
He is an American actor and singer known mainly for stage work in *Dear Evan Hansen* and *Ragtime*.
When was Ben Levi Ross born?
He was born on January 15, 1998.
What is Ben Levi Ross best known for?
He is best known for performing as Evan in *Dear Evan Hansen* on Broadway and in the national tour.
Has Ben Levi Ross been nominated for major awards?
Yes. He received a Tony Award nomination for his role in the Broadway revival of *Ragtime*.
What screen projects has he appeared in?
Reported screen credits include *tick, tick... BOOM!*, *Elsbeth*, and *River Fork*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Levi_Ross
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, occupation, best-known stage roles, and Tony Award nomination.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9846302/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and screen credits including *tick, tick... BOOM!*, *Elsbeth*, and *River Fork*.
  3. Playbill — https://playbill.com/person/ben-levi-ross
    Supports: Broadway credits in *Dear Evan Hansen* and *Ragtime*.
  4. BroadwayWorld — https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Ben-Levi-Ross/
    Supports: Stage career and identification as an American stage actor and singer.
  5. WWD — https://wwd.com/eye/people/ben-levi-ross-ragtime-tony-nomination-1238971349/
    Supports: Tony nomination for *Ragtime* and role details for Mother's Younger Brother.