History
Reneé Rapp: Actress and Singer-Songwriter
Reneé Mary Jane Rapp, born January 10, 2000, is an American actress and singer-songwriter who has quickly established herself in both the entertainment and music industries. She gained significant recognition for her role as Regina George in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical "Mean Girls" and for her critically acclaimed album, Snow Angel.
Early Career and Theatrical Acclaim
Rapp's early career highlights include winning the prestigious 2018 Jimmy Award for Best Performance by an Actress. She then took on the iconic role of Regina George in the Broadway musical "Mean Girls," a performance that showcased her burgeoning talent. Her television career also took off with her role as Leighton Murray in the HBO Max comedy series "The Sex Lives of College Girls," where she was a main character for the first two seasons before returning as a guest star in the third.
Musical Breakthrough and Snow Angel
In 2022, Rapp began releasing her original music. Her debut single "Tattoos" arrived on June 3, 2022, followed by "In the Kitchen" on July 22, 2022. Her EP, Everything to Everyone, was released on November 11, 2022, with a deluxe edition following on February 24, 2023. The summer of 2023 saw the release of the lead single and title track from her debut album, Snow Angel, alongside the single "Talk Too Much," released August 18, 2023. Rapp further promoted "Pretty Girls" as a single, and on November 17, 2023, released the deluxe edition of Snow Angel, which included a remix of "Tummy Hurts" featuring Coco Jones. The album was supported by a U.S. and European tour.
"Not My Fault" and SNL Debut
In December 2023, Rapp released "Not My Fault" featuring Megan Thee Stallion, a soundtrack song for the "Mean Girls" musical movie, which premiered on January 13, 2024. That same month, Rapp made her debut on "Saturday Night Live," performing "Snow Angel" and "Not My Fault" with Megan Thee Stallion. Her performance of "Snow Angel" garnered critical praise for her vocal delivery.
Festival Appearances and Future Projects
Following her SNL appearance, Rapp resumed the "Snow Angel" tour in Europe and began working on her second album. She has also performed at major festivals including Coachella and GovBall, with an upcoming performance scheduled for Lollapalooza. Reports suggest she is collaborating with producer Dan Nigro on her next record.
