Andy Karl is a three-time Tony Award nominee and Olivier Award-winning American stage, television, and film actor, hailing from Baltimore, Maryland. His journey in the world of entertainment began with his mother, who taught him music by playing the organ at the church he attended as an altar boy. This early exposure to music sparked his passion for the performing arts, which was further solidified when he landed his first audition for a local theater's children's production.
Throughout his illustrious career, Karl has appeared in over 13 Broadway productions, with a wide range of roles under his belt. He originated the iconic roles of Phil Connors in Groundhog Day, earning him an Olivier Award, Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, and a Tony nomination. Other notable stage credits include Rocky Balboa in Rocky The Musical, Bruce Granit in On the Twentieth Century, Edward Lewis in Pretty Woman the Musical, Kyle the UPS Guy in Legally Blonde The Musical, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Teeth, Slut and Altar Boys, and he is currently starring as The Duke in Moulin Rouge.
Karl's television credits are equally impressive, with a standout role as Sgt. Mike Dodds in Season 17 of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. He has also made guest appearances on The Equalizer, Blue Bloods, The Good Fight, Forever, Prodigal Son, Gossip Girl (2024),and voiced characters on the animated series Hit Job and No Activity.
Beyond his acting pursuits, Karl has demonstrated his versatility as a music composer, screen and theater writer, producer, and director. He is co-writer and producer on the feature film Just The Hits, scheduled for production in 2025, and is the Creator and Executive Producer of the 2025 Hallmark film Christmas Above The Clouds. Additionally, he wrote, directed, and produced the stage comedy Scoonge: A Mobbed Up Christmas Carol, which premiered in New York City in 2022 & 2023 and continues to be licensed regionally. Karl continues to work and live in the United States, London, and Australia.
