Brody Grant exits The Outsiders: What is next for the star?
Brody Grant made his Broadway debut as Ponyboy Curtis in the musical adaptation of The Outsiders. In 2024, he received a Tony Award nomination for his performance. The same year, Grant gushed over his notoriety during an appearance on Good Morning America, saying:
I cannot believe I made it to Broadway. It is an honour and a blessing, so I am trying to soak it all in.
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Key takeaways
- Brody Grant was initially cast as Sodapop Curtis in The Outsiders.
- His final performance in the Broadway musical was on 21 September 2025.
- Outside of acting, Grant is a singer-songwriter.
Brody Grant's profile summary
| Full name | Brody Grant |
| Gender | Male |
| Date of birth | 20 July 1998 |
| Age | 27 years old (2025) |
| Zodiac sign | Cancer |
| Birthplace | Rapid City, Michigan, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Height | 5'10" (178 cm) |
| Hair colour | Brown |
| Eye colour | Blue |
| Sexual orientation | Straight |
| Marital status | Unmarried |
| Profession | Stage actor, singer |
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Brody Grant began taking acting seriously in high school
During a June 2024 interview with Women's Wear Daily (WWD), Brody described his birth city in Michigan as "an old rundown place". He revealed that he found his love for the arts after his family relocated to Georgia to be with his mom's side of the family when he was 9.
The high school theatre community in Georgia is vibrant. So, when I reached this level, I hit the ground running and threw myself all in. All I can say is that there is something in Georgia's water that was not in Rapid City's when it comes to performing arts.
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Bagging a role on The Outsiders was "a dream come true" for Brody Grant
In 2019, the casting director for Dear Evan Hansen noticed Brody's talent when he auditioned for a part he did not get, but eventually called him for The Outsiders. Speaking to WWD, Grant revealed:
It was surreal when I was offered a Broadway role thanks to a failed audition.
In April 2024, Brody told Playbill that he was not initially cast as the young protagonist Ponyboy Curtis, stating:
I played Sodapop during the six-week workshop. However, in the end, I resonated more with Ponyboy because it is easy to relate to people who do not fit "societal boxes".
It was a full circle moment for his family when he bagged a role on the musical
While speaking on Good Morning America, Grant revealed that his mom gave him a copy of S. E. Hinton's 1967 Novel The Outsiders when he was 14.
The book was special to me because of my mom. She loved it and had all the characters on her locker in high school. We have bonded over it for years.
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He added:
My mom encouraged me to audition for a role in the musical and was the first person to call me when I received a Tony Award nomination for my performance.
Ponyboy Curtis is a member of the working-class Greasers
Adapted from a film by Francis Ford Coppola, The Outsiders narrates the story of two rival gangs, the Greasers and the upper-class Socs, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The former fights for a place in a world that has all but abandoned them. In April 2024, Grant told Broadway.com about his character:
Although Ponyboy is tough due to his background, he is just an artist on the inside.
The musical opened on Broadway on 11 April 2024. It features Alex Joseph Grayson as Dallas Winston, Sky Lakota-Lynch as Johnny Cade, Jason Schmidt as Sodapop Curtis, Brent Comer as Darrel Curtis, Emma Pittman as Cherry Valance and Kevin William Paul as Bob.
Directed by Danya Taymor, the show features an adapted script by Adam Rapp. It credits Angelina Jolie as a producer. The Outsiders won Best Musical at the 2024 Tony Awards.
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Is Brody Grant still playing Ponyboy?
Trevor Wayne took over the role of Ponyboy Curtis after Grant left the show. The former's debut performance was on 23 September 2024.
Brody is widely recognised for his covers: Exploring his musical career
Grant cites Bruno Mars and Adam Lambert as some of his musical influences. While speaking to Broadway.com, he credited his mother and sister with influencing his love for music, saying:
My sister has a lovely voice. Growing up, my mom would turn on the radio and say, "You guys have to sing this song."
Some of Brody's songs include Still Breakin Up (2023) and All Talk (2025).
FAQs
Did Brody Grant go to college?
Grant attended Shenandoah University. He graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre in 2021.
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Who is Brody Grant's wife?
Brody is not married. It is unclear whether he is in a romantic relationship, as he keeps details about his love life under wraps.
Was Tom Cruise in The Outsiders movie?
The 1983 film featured Tom Cruise, Rob Lowe, Diane Lane, Matt Dillon and Ralph Macchio, among other actors. It grossed $25.7 million on a $10 million budget.
Conclusion
Brody Grant rose to stardom for his role as Ponyboy Curtis in the Broadway musical adaptation of The Outsiders. Although he has since left the show, his name still resonates with most fans.
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