The $47 million Broadway break

Andrew Rannells, 47, has come a long way since his Broadway debut in 1997. The actor, known for his roles in The Boys in the Band and The Unauthorized Musical Rendition of Hamilton, has shared 25 interesting facts about himself, including his favorite dish , greatest embarrassment, and most valuable possession.

According to Rannells, his go-to dish to cook is a turkey meatball, which he revealed exclusively in his 25 Things You Don't Know About Me feature.

A glimpse into his Omaha roots

Rannells' family still calls him Andy, a nickname he introduced himself with in New York in 1997. He fondly remembers hanging out at Stage Right Coffee in Omaha as a teenager, where they would watch performances.

Rannells' most embarrassing onstage moment was when he ripped the back of his pants open during a performance of La Cage aux Folles on Broadway. There was no time to leave the stage,so he finished the first act with a huge rip in the back of his pants.

A treasured family heirloom

Rannells' most valuable possession is a Saint Andrew medal that his parents gave him for his first communion. He still wears it to this day.

As an actor, Rannells emphasizes the importance of creating quiet time before launching into difficult performances.. he has learned to take a little space to himself before taking on challengiing roles.

Unanswered questions

What drove Rannells to share these personal facts about himself? Is there a deeper meaning behind his favorite dish, turkey meatballs? The answers remain unclear, but one thing is certain: Rannells' unscripted life is a fascinating glimpse into the world of a talented actor .