Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
BroadwayConcierge
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/24/15
#1Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 9:42am
I have to say I'm pleasantly surprised!
https://time.com/collection/2017-time-100/4736197/ben-platt/
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/DEAR-EVAN-HANSENs-Ben-Platt-Among-TIMEs-100-Most-Influential-People-in-the-World-20170420
blaxx
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/28/05
#2Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:07am
Most influential in the WORLD? As in Broadwayworld? Otherwise that's ridiculous.
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Fantod
Broadway Legend Joined: 10/3/14
froote
Broadway Star Joined: 2/14/17
Skimbleshanks2
Broadway Star Joined: 2/11/15
#5Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:16am
Really?
"See that poster on the wall? Rocky Marciano." - Andy Karl as Rocky in 'ROCKY'
#6Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:18am
His dad's more influential.
"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."
BroadwayConcierge
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/24/15
#7Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:20am
blaxx said: "Most influential in the WORLD? As in Broadwayworld?"
This made me actually LOL.
#8Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:22am
The fact that actors are included on such a list is an insult to all of the doctors, teachers, nurses, etc. out there in the world.
BeadleDeedle
Featured Actor Joined: 10/10/12
#9Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:24am
This guy must have the best publicist nepotism can buy
#10Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:26am
BeadleDeedle said: "This guy must have the best publicist nepotism can buy
LOL. exactly.
Skimbleshanks2
Broadway Star Joined: 2/11/15
#11Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:29am
I'm sure he's practicing his faux humble smile as we speak... right before he takes a pic with REESE WITHERSPOON!
"See that poster on the wall? Rocky Marciano." - Andy Karl as Rocky in 'ROCKY'
Fergalicious
Understudy Joined: 2/15/17
#12Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:32am
That "list" is laughable. Emma Stone?!?!? Ryan Reynolds?!?! Viola Davis?!?!
#13Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:34am
I've seen no indication that Platt is arrogant or entitled, and he is undeniably very talented. But influential? How? What has he influenced?
"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."
#14Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:34am
Kad said: "His dad's more influential.
I had NO idea Marc Platt was Ben's father - thought it was just a coincidence in names! The kid is still amazingly talented but I do wonder about placing actors/performers on this list - especially when they are so young.
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#15Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:38am
Reason why I don't buy this list is there's no Beyonce, Adele, Gaga, or Hillary Clinton on this list. All of them can send out a single tweet and internet goes haywire. Viola Davis (bless her soul) is not as influential as, say, Michelle Obama or even Shonda Rhimes.
Anyone note Jason Blum's piece was written by Harvey W? Good god, it reads more like a self-congratulatory write up than anything else.
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#16Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:55am
Fantod said: "Zac Efron wrote the article?
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That's like, so cute though.
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#17Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 10:57am
I LOL'd at the headline but more at these responses. The fact that he is on this list makes it most ridiculous.
#18Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 11:01am
Valentina3 said: "Reason why I don't buy this list is there's no Beyonce, Adele, Gaga, or Hillary Clinton on this list. All of them can send out a single tweet and internet goes haywire. Viola Davis (bless her soul) is not as influential as, say, Michelle Obama or even Shonda Rhimes.
Anyone note Jason Blum's piece was written by Harvey W? Good god, it reads more like a self-congratulatory write up than anything else.
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Are there any limits to getting on the list? Like can you only get it once?
I'm happy Chance made the list.
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akmiller_98
Understudy Joined: 8/1/15
#19Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 11:01am
I adored Ben Platt's performance and he seems like a genuinely nice guy. I think he deserves so many accolades that are coming his way. But I do think he and many others on this list should be moved to a "100 People to Watch" list.
VotePeron
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/2/13
#20Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 11:11am
This is BAFFLING to me. It truly makes no sense. Maybe they mean the character or the show - but Ben Platt himself? Sheesh, he's not doing a good job of trying to stay out of his dad's spotlight when he literally gets him placed in the Times 100 Most Influential People in the World.
Skimbleshanks2
Broadway Star Joined: 2/11/15
#21Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 11:15am
What is he even influencing? Producers' desires to raise ticket prices?
"See that poster on the wall? Rocky Marciano." - Andy Karl as Rocky in 'ROCKY'
#22Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 11:32am
Look, he's a great performer. His voice is incredible and he's a fantastic actor and I truly do believe that he has gotten where he is based on talent and not who his father is, but I would not consider him to be among the top 100 most influential people of this year. However, I do believe that Viola Davis deserves a spot on this list, but it is odd to not have someone like Hillary Clinton, Lady Gaga, Adele, Beyonce, and Michelle Obama. It's all just a bit strange.
Liza's Headband
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/28/13
#23Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 11:47am
You all realize they have no input or involvement with the actual selection process, right? I agree. This list is beyond ridiculous. But it's almost as if you all are taking it out on him personally. Try reading up on how TIME creates this list before posting....
#24Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 11:58am
I just noticed Riz Ahmed's article is written by Lin.
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My sister (AIDS)
My uncle and my cousin and her best friend (AIDS, AIDS, AIDS)
The gays and the straights
And the white and the spades
canadian fan
Featured Actor Joined: 8/15/16
#25Ben Platt Makes 2017 TIME 100
Posted: 4/20/17 at 12:13pm
I think this list shows a much bigger issue. North Americas infatuation with celebrity. With all the issues in the world today, and with all the grander issues from terrorism, war, to the climate change, to cutting edge research in the medical fields, and so many more, it blows me away the importance people put on celebrity. Look at MSN, who is marrying/divorcing who in Hollywood takes equal billing with issues of world importance. Its crazy. I enjoy a good movie or theater as much as the next person, but lets keep these things in perspective. Yes there are those who use their celebrity status to bring awareness to issues and raise money for some great causes, and that of course is wonderful, but again.....perspective. Just my opinion of course.
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