Keala Settle (born November 5, 1975) is an American actress and singer of British and Māori descent. She is primarily known for her stage work, which includes being part of the casts of American productions of Hairspray and Les Misérables, and originating roles on Hands on a Hardbody and Waitress.
To screen audiences, she is best known for the role of Lettie Lutz aka the Bearded Lady from The Greatest Showman.
She also competed in The Masked Singer (UK).
Filmography:
- Ricki and the Flash (2015): Sharon
- The Greatest Showman (2017): Lettie Lutz
- All My Life (2020): Viv
- Big Shot (2021): Christina Winters
- Central Park (2021): Young Bitsy (voice)
- Wicked: Part One (2024): Miss Coddle
Selected Stage Credits:
- Hairspray (2003-2006): Tracy Turnblad
- South Pacific (2009-2011): Bloody Mary
- Priscilla Queen Of The Desert (2010-2012): Shirley (Broadway debut)
- Hands on a Hardbody (2013): Norma Valverde
- Les Misérables (2014-2015): Mme. Thenardier
- Waitress (2014-2016): Becky
- & Juliet (2022): Angelique/Nurse (West End debut)
- Sister Act (2022): Sister Mary Patrick
Other
- Forspoken (2023): Johedy
