Lea Michele From Her Start: Photos From Her ‘Glee’ Era To Now

By:

Elissa Anderson

It’s Lea Michele’s birthday & you can see photos of her from before her ‘Glee’ days to now!

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Lea Michele: Then & Now

Lea Michele: Then & Now — Born for the stage! Lea Michele, birthday August 29, 1986, is a true acting talent, with credits on the stage and on-screen. She began her career as a child actress on Broadway, appearing ‘Les Misérables’ (1995–1996), ‘Ragtime (1997–1999), ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ (2004–2005), and ‘Spring Awakening’ (2006–2008).

Lea shot to superstardom after the debut of the musical series ‘Glee (2009–2015). Her next roles would be on the campy Ryan Murphy series ‘Scream Queens’ (2015–2016) and the ABC sitcom ‘The Mayor’ (2017). She made her feature film debut with ‘New Year’s Eve’ in 2011. Lea has also released three studio albums and two books.

Already Leah Michele has had quite the career. See photos from her early days to now in our gallery here!

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Lea Michele In 2006

Lea Michele In 2006 — Lea Michele appears at the opening night of the musical ‘Spring Awakening’ in New York on Jun. 15, 2006. She wore a lovely olive green dress.

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Lea Michele In 2007

Lea Michele In 2007 — Puppy love! Lea Michele smiles while with her pooch during the Broadway Barks event in New York on Jul. 14, 2007.

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Lea Michele At A FOX Party

Lea Michele At A FOX Party — Lea Michele glows in a strapless dress during FOX’s Winter All-Star Party. Her look had a silky plum top and ruffled black bottom.

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Lea Michele & The Cast Of ‘Glee’

Lea Michele & The Cast Of ‘Glee’ — (From left) ‘Glee’ castmates Jenna Ushowitz, Naya Rivera, Dianna Agron, and Lea Michele attend American Idol’s Top 13 Party on Mar. 5, 2009. They all looked so cute.

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Lea Michele At The 2010 Golden Globes

Lea Michele At The 2010 Golden Globes — Lea Michele is chic in strapless black during the 67th Annual Golden Globe Awards on Jan. 17, 2010. She wore drop earrings with the ruffle-heavy design.

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Lea Michele At The 2011 SAG Awards

Lea Michele At The 2011 SAG Awards — Lea Michele dons pearly white during the 17th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on Jan. 30, 2011. Her low dress was teamed with a little gold belt.

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Lea Michele In 2012

Lea Michele In 2012 — Lea Michele wows in a tan wrap dress during the Hollywood Foreign Press Association and InStyle’s celebration of the 2013 Golden Globe Awards Season on Nov. 29, 2012. She carried a patterned clutch and wore beaded earrings.

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Lea Michele & Corey Monteith In 2013

Lea Michele & Corey Monteith In 2013 — Lea Michele and Cory Monteith atted the 12th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball on Jun. 8, 2013. He would die from a drug overdose just over a month later.

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Lea Michele In 2014

Lea Michele In 2014 — Lea Michele dazzles in a champagne dress during the 2014 amfAR Inspiration Gala in LA. She looked like a total bombshell.

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Lea Michele In 2015

Lea Michele In 2015 — Lea Michele takes the plunge in a red dress during InStyle and Warner Bros. party celebrating the 72nd Annual Golden Globe Awards on Jan. 11, 2015. Her red hot dress also had a sexy slit up the leg.

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Lea Michele At Elton John’s 2016 Oscar Party

Lea Michele At Elton John’s 2016 Oscar Party — Lea Michele glows at the 2016 Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party. Her ballgown had a sparkling sapphire bust and a full, black, tulle skirt.

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Lea Michele At The 2017 Grammys

Lea Michele At The 2017 Grammys — Lea Michele is elegant in Roberto Cavalli during then 59th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 12, 2017. The two-piece set had floral embroidery on black lace.

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Lea Michele In 2018

Lea Michele In 2018 — Lea Michele arrives at the fourth annual InStyle Awards at The Getty Center in Los Angeles on October 22, 2018. She wore a slinky black slip dress.

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Lea Michele At The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting

Lea Michele At The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting — Holiday cheer! Lea Michele performs during the 87th annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony, in New York on Dec. 4, 2019. She wore a fuzzy red coat.

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Lea Michele & Her Husband Walk Their Son

Lea Michele & Her Husband Walk Their Son — Happy family! Lea Michele goes for a walk with her husband Zandy Reich and their new son Ever Leo Reich on Oct. 6, 2020.

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Lea Michele In 2021

Lea Michele In 2021 — Lea Michele suits up in a tuxedo-inspired dress during the VIP launch of the CODE (RED) campaign to fight COVID on Oct. 12, 2021. Black heels and a little clutch completed her look.

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Lea Michele At The 2022 Tony Awards

Lea Michele At The 2022 Tony Awards — Lea Michele is radiant in a black off-the-shoulder design during the 75th Annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York on Jun. 12, 2022. She slicked her hair back into a low ponytail and smiled.

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Lea Michele at the 2023 Tony Awards

Lea Michele at the 2023 Tony Awards — Lea Michele looked stunning in this red & white floral pleated gown at the 76th Annual Tony Awards in New York City on June 11, 2023.

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