Jackie Burns Biography: Awards, Age, Net Worth, Husband, Ethnicity, Movies, Songs

Jackie Burns, is an American musical theatre actress and singer who gained international recognition for her powerful vocal performances on Broadway.

She became widely known for portraying Elphaba in the hit musical Wicked, earning the distinction of becoming the longest-running actress to play the iconic role on Broadway.

Before establishing herself as one of Broadway’s leading performers, Burns built her career through regional theatre and Off-Broadway productions.

She later received critical acclaim for her performances in If/Then, Hair, Titanique, and several national touring productions, cementing her reputation as one of musical theatre’s most accomplished leading ladies.

Jackie Burns
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Jackie Burns
Born:	October 4, 1980 (age 45 years old)
Place of Birth:	Connecticut, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	American
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Burns
Spouse:	John Selya
Relationship:	Married
Occupation:	Actress, Singer
Net Worth:	$1.5 million

Early Life and Education

Born on October 4, 1980, Jackie Burns is 45 years old.

She grew up in Connecticut, where she discovered her passion for singing and musical theatre from an early age.

Raised by Mr. and Mrs. Burns in a Christian household, she developed an interest in performing throughout her childhood.

After completing her early education, Burns attended the University of Connecticut, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Her formal training in theatre and vocal performance prepared her for a professional career on the New York stage.

Personal Life

Jackie Burns is married to Broadway actor and dancer John Selya. The couple have built their relationship around their shared careers in musical theatre and have frequently supported each other’s stage productions over the years.

Although Burns occasionally shares moments from her personal life, she has chosen to keep most details about her family private.

There is no publicly confirmed information that she and Selya have children.

Career

Jackie Burns began her professional career in regional theatre before making her mark in Off-Broadway productions.

She gained early recognition as a member of the original company of Rock of Ages before making her Broadway debut in the Tony Award-winning revival of Hair.

Her career reached new heights when she was cast as Elphaba in the national tour of Wicked.

The success of her performance led to her Broadway debut in the same role, where she eventually became the longest-running actress to portray Elphaba in the production’s Broadway history.

Burns later joined the original Broadway cast of If/Then as the standby for Idina Menzel before leading the show’s national tour.

She has also starred in productions of Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar, Man of La Mancha, Titanique, and Sweeney Todd.

In addition to her stage career, Burns has appeared in films including Set It Up, In the Heights, and The Magnificent Meyersons.

She has also continued performing in concert productions and national tours while releasing music connected to her theatre career.

Awards

• Irene Award Nomination for Best Actress in a Touring Production (2010)

Net Worth

Jackie Burns has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million. She has built her wealth through her career as a Broadway actress and singer, with earnings from theatre productions, national tours, cast recordings, concerts, film appearances, and vocal performances.

Social Media

• Instagram: @jackieburnsnyc
• X: @callmeburnsie

Filmography

• Set It Up (2018)
• FBI: Most Wanted (2020)
• In the Heights (2021)
• The Magnificent Meyersons (2023)

Discography

• Hair Broadway Revival Cast Album (2009)
• If/Then Original Broadway Cast Recording (2014)
• Shotgun (2026)

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