Phillipa Soo

Phillipa Anne Soo, born May 31, 1990 in Libertyville, Illinois, is an American actress who has become a defining presence on Broadway. With a voice that blends warmth and precision, she rose to fame originating the role of Eliza Hamilton in Lin-Manuel Miranda's phenomenon Hamilton. That performance earned her a 2016 Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical and a Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album. When the Disney+ filmed version dropped in 2020, Soo's deeply moving portrayal reached millions, landing her a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie.

Soo's Broadway credits extend well beyond Hamilton. She played the title role in Amélie in 2017, then Rebecca in The Parisian Woman alongside Uma Thurman. In 2022 she took on Cinderella in Into the Woods, and in 2023 she played Guenevere in the revival of Camelot. Off-Broadway, she originated Natasha Rostova in Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 in 2012 and the suffragist Inez Milholland in Suffs in 2022. Across stage and screen, she has appeared in over 10 films and 15 television episodes.

On screen, Soo's film work includes the Netflix animated musical Over the Moon (2020), the romantic comedy The Broken Hearts Gallery (2020), and the romantic dramedy One True Loves (2023), which she also executive produced. She made her TV debut in 2013 on Smash, later landed leading roles in the CBS military drama The Code (2019) and the ABC medical series Doctor Odyssey (2024). She also delivered a supporting role in the Hulu miniseries Dopesick (2021) and appeared in the Apple TV+ thriller Shining Girls (2022). Soo's career continues to expand, balancing stage stardom with a growing presence in film and television. [edit]

Soo grew up in Libertyville, a suburb north of Chicago. Her mother worked in theater administration and took her to musicals and Shakespeare revivals in the city, sparking an early passion for performing. Her father, a first-generation Chinese American doctor, taught her discipline and business sense. She started dance, acting, singing, and improv classes as a child, and her grandmother was a concert pianist who influenced her musicality.

At Libertyville High School, Soo threw herself into theater. During sophomore year she played the Leading Player in Pippin, a role the school brought to the Illinois state festival. By senior year she was Demeter in Cats. She graduated in 2008 and enrolled at Juilliard, where she earned a BFA in drama in 2012. While at Juilliard, she performed in student productions and built the vocal and acting chops that would soon land her on a New York stage. [edit]

Right out of Juilliard, Soo landed the role of Natasha Rostova in Dave Malloy's Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 Off-Broadway in 2012. That performance caught Lin-Manuel Miranda's ear, and he invited her to a 2014 reading of Hamilton. She won the part of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton, and when the musical opened on Broadway in 2015, she became a star. The original cast album won a Grammy in 2016, and Soo earned a Tony nomination for her performance.

After Hamilton, she played the title role in Amélie on Broadway in 2017, then joined the cast of The Parisian Woman later that year. In 2020, the filmed version of Hamilton debuted on Disney+, introducing her to a global audience and earning her an Emmy nomination. She voiced Chang'e in the Netflix film Over the Moon that same year. In 2022 she played Cinderella in the Broadway revival of Into the Woods and originated the role of Inez Milholland in the Off-Broadway musical Suffs. The following year she starred as Guenevere in the Broadway revival of Camelot and executive produced and starred in the film One True Loves. In 2024 she began starring in the ABC medical drama Doctor Odyssey. [edit]

Soo is known for her expressive, emotionally precise performances and her stunning soprano voice. Critics and fans often describe her as elegant and poised, with a warm stage presence that draws audiences in. She has become a role model for Asian American performers, frequently speaking about representation in theater and film. Her social media presence is professional and polished, sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses of her projects and advocacy work. While she doesn't have an official fandom name, her fans are deeply loyal, often tracking her across Broadway and screen roles. [edit]

Phillipa Soo's fanbase remains deeply intertwined with the broader 'Hamiltors' community, where her portrayal of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton stands as a central pillar of the show's mythology. Unlike some musical theater icons who have specific monikers, documentation does not identify a distinct group identity for her supporters alone. Her audience engages fiercely with her Broadway legacy and recent expansions into television and film, though no organized campaigns solely dedicated to her are currently documented. The cultural impact of her performance in 'Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story' continues to generate enduring enthusiasm across digital platforms.

iFANN has evaluated Phillipa Soo's global standing using its proprietary Fame Engine. As of August 2026, Phillipa Soo is EVALUATED_UNRANKED according to iFANN data; she does not hold a placement in the published rankings (Global Top 1,000 or Top-100 scope lists). While she lacks a formal rank number, her status as a defining presence in modern theater remains undeniable through media coverage and consumption signals worldwide.[edit]

Phillipa Soo learned to beatbox while performing in Hamilton, a skill she has showcased in various interviews. Early in her career, she faced serious financial pressure, often speaking openly about how scholarships and financial aid made her time at Juilliard possible. Lin-Manuel Miranda once described her as having 'this sort of elegance and this lit-from-within quality.' She was interviewed by The Hollywood Reporter alongside Lea Salonga, a fellow Asian-American Broadway star. Her grandmother was a concert pianist who inspired her love of music.

A notable legend surrounding her involves an exclusive interview in April 2026 where she revealed her favorite song from Hamilton was not one she sang, but rather another track highlighting her appreciation for the ensemble work. This story underscores her deep connection to the composition beyond her own vocal contributions. Her career trajectory has also become part of her narrative lore, originating three major Broadway roles including Eliza in Hamilton, a role in Warriors, and appearing in the 2022 cast recording of Into the Woods. Recent announcements regarding her casting in the Broadway revival of Camelot alongside Andrew Burnap and Jordan Donica further cement her reputation as a versatile icon capable of anchoring both historical epics and contemporary dramas.[edit]

Soo's father is a first-generation Chinese American doctor whose parents emigrated from China. Her mother, from Southern Illinois, worked in theater administration and was deeply involved in the arts. The household was balanced, Soo has said, with her mother encouraging creativity and her father emphasizing hard work. She has no public siblings. She married actor Steven Pasquale on September 24, 2017, and the couple lives in New York. They do not have children. Soo has also mentioned having a dog, but details are scarce. [edit]

Soo is most closely associated with Lin-Manuel Miranda, who cast her as Eliza Hamilton and helped launch her career. She has worked repeatedly with composer Dave Malloy, originating roles in his works. Her husband, actor Steven Pasquale, is a frequent collaborator in life and occasionally on stage. She has also shared industry conversations with Lea Salonga, another Asian American Broadway star. [edit]

Soo's only public relationship is with actor Steven Pasquale. They married on September 24, 2017, in a ceremony attended by family and friends. Pasquale is known for his roles in Rescue Me, The Good Wife, and Broadway productions. The couple has no children and lives in New York. As of 2026, they remain married, and Soo has not been linked to anyone else publicly. [edit]

As of 2026, per iFANN's editorial analysis, Phillipa Soo's net worth is estimated at $10 Million. Her income comes primarily from Broadway salaries, which for leading roles in major productions like Hamilton, Into the Woods, and Camelot typically range from $100,000 to $200,000 per year plus bonuses. Television work on series like Doctor Odyssey and The Code adds significant earnings, likely in the six-figure range per season. Film roles, including her voice work in Over the Moon and her executive producer credit on One True Loves, contribute additional revenue. She also earns from royalties from the Hamilton cast recording and the Disney+ film. Soo has not disclosed specific financial details, but her steady stream of high-profile projects supports a comfortable net worth in the millions.[edit]

Soo won a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album in 2016 as part of the Hamilton original Broadway cast recording. She has been nominated for a Tony Award and a Primetime Emmy Award but has not won those categories. [edit]