Anthony Deane Rapp is an American actor and singer who originated the role of Mark Cohen in the Broadway production of
Rent. Following his original performance of the role in 1996, Rapp reprised it in the film version of the show and then the show's United States Tour in 2009. He also performed the role of Charlie Brown in the 1999 Broadway revival of
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown and originated the role of Lucas in the musical
If/Then in 2014. He currently plays Lieutenant Commander Paul Stamets on the television series
Star Trek: Discovery.