Idina Menzel

Idina Menzel is a Tony and daytime Emmy Award-winning singer, actress, songwriter, and a Broadway star. She gained popularity through her role as Maureen in the Broadway musical "Rent", and her performance as Elphaba in the musical "Wicked" earned her a Tony Award, further cementing her position in the performing arts industry. Adding to her portfolio of voice-over work, Menzel voiced Elsa in Disney's "Frozen", which is the second highest-grossing animated film of all time. Her performance of the song "Let It Go" from "Frozen" at the Oscars saw the song secure the Best Original Song award.

Menzel's diverse range of roles extends to the silver screen, with appearances in films such as "Enchanted", "Rent", and "Ask the Dust". She also reprised her role in the sequel to "Enchanted", titled "Disenchanted", sharing the screen with Amy Adams and Patrick Dempsey. Television also features in Menzel's repertoire, with a recurring role as Shelby Corcoran on the popular show "Glee". Her musical prowess is not confined to theatrical productions and films; she has released several solo albums, including "Christmas: A Season of Love" and "idina".

Alongside her successful career, Menzel has made significant contributions to philanthropy. She co-founded the A BroaderWay Foundation, which provides arts-centered programs to girls from underserved communities. This work was acknowledged in 2014, when she was named one of Variety's Power of Women honorees. Through this combination of high-profile roles and dedicated charity work, Menzel has carved a unique path in the performing arts industry, while making a positive impact in the broader community.