Ethan Slater - Actor
Age: 33
Country: United States Occupations:
Actor
Ethan Slater: Profile of a Multi-Hyphenate Artist
Ethan Slater (born June 2, 1992) is a Tony Award-nominated American actor, singer, writer, and composer. Raised in Silver Spring, Maryland, he is a graduate of Vassar College and has become a prominent figure in both the Broadway community and Hollywood.
Career Highlights
The SpongeBob Musical: Slater rose to fame originating the titular role of SpongeBob SquarePants on Broadway. His performance earned him a Drama Desk Award and a Tony Award nomination for Best Leading Actor in a Musical.
Wicked (Film Adaptation): He stars as Boq Woodsman (who becomes the Tin Man) in the two-part film adaptation of Wicked (2024 and 2025) alongside Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.
Stage Versatility: His theatre credits include the Broadway revival of Spamalot, the Off-Broadway production of Assassins (as Lee Harvey Oswald), and the lead role in Good Night, Oscar.
Current Projects (2026): He is currently co-writing and starring as the famous mime Marcel Marceau in the Off-Broadway play Marcel on the Train.
Musical and Creative Work
Beyond acting, Slater is an accomplished composer and lyricist. He released the concept album/EPs Wanderer and Life Is Weird, and he served as a writer and composer for the musical Edge of the World.
Personal Life
Slater was previously married to his high school sweetheart, musician Lilly Jay, with whom he has a son. Since 2023, he has been in a high-profile relationship with his Wicked co-star, Ariana Grande.
