Top 10 Best Glee Actors and Actresses

The Top Ten
Chris Colfer Christopher Paul Colfer (born May 27, 1990) is an American actor, singer, and author. He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Kurt Hummel on the television musical Glee (2009-2015).

He's my idol. My friends think I'm crazy, but his voice is amazing, and he's got the talent! He proves that it doesn't matter what other people think. You're amazing!

Love Chris! I would write more, but it would take up the whole page! We love you, Chris!

Oh, please! 2nd? Please, Lea Michele/Rachel Berry is just a spotlight hogger. In Glee, everyone knows or should know that Chris/Kurt is the very best.

I LOVE HIM. He is so adorable and such a great actor. Also, Kurt is the best character in Glee.

Darren Criss Darren Everett Criss (born February 5, 1987) is an American actor, singer, and songwriter. He rose to fame starring on the television series Glee (2010-2015) and received both Emmy and Golden Globe awards for his leading role as Andrew Cunanan in The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story... read more

Okay, so the comments suggest Darren was at number twelve for a while, and although number one is where he ought to be, four is a good deal more reasonable than twelve.

His role on "Glee" helped me find the courage to come out as a lesbian, and his music has since helped me a great deal in my battle with depression and a plethora of other mental health diagnoses.

He has, by far, the best voice on the show! His tone, versatility, and phrasing are unmatched. He is the best actor on the show as well! I don't see any other Glee star with an Emmy, Golden Globe, SAG, and Critic's Choice Award. Jane Lynch is the only one who comes close (as she has three of the four).

How Darren ended up at number four, I will never know!

Lea Michele Lea Michele Sarfati is an American actress, singer, and author. She began her career as a child actress on Broadway in productions of Les Misérables, Ragtime, Fiddler on the Roof, and Spring Awakening. Michele rose to international fame as Rachel Berry on Glee and has since released studio albums and... read more

Lea is an amazing actress. I know it's difficult for people to understand that because of her super duper vocal range, but she is a really good actress.

Also, she is very attractive (and I'm a girl!).

She is the best singer ever and one of the few actresses with incredible voice and acting talent. You don't find that easily.

Just amazing! Great singer, dancer, and actress. Overall, just a brilliant joy to watch. I can really relate to her when she is acting.

Dianna Agron Dianna Elise Agron is an American actress, singer, and dancer. In 2006, Agron made her television debut as Jessica Grant on CSI: NY. From 2006 to 2007, she had recurring roles on Veronica Mars as Jenny Budosh and Heroes as Debbie Marshall, before gaining fame for her role as Quinn Fabray on Glee.

When they were doing superlatives, everyone said Dianna was the sweetest, which genuinely shows that she's a sweet person. When she accidentally hit Chris in the face with her leg during the mattress commercial music number, she hugged him immediately.

Also, during superlatives for the sweetest, she mentioned a background character she was really close with, and multiple minor characters said she treated them like equals, unlike Lea Michele, who thought she was better.

Not to mention her amazing acting skills and voice. Her voice was the most calming and beautiful in my opinion, and she's a very underrated vocalist.

Naya Rivera Naya Rivera Dorsey (January 12, 1987 - July 8, 2020) was an American actress, singer, and model. She was best known for portraying Santana Lopez on Fox's musical comedy-drama series Glee. Rivera began her career as a child actress and model, and she was the mother of her son, Josey Dorsey.

Naya is a true performer. She is a pure talent, and her voice has so, so much emotion. She can bring a character to life in an amazing and interesting way.

Plus, she has so many talents. She can act, sing, and dance. She really inspires me.

She is so beautiful, and she can dance, sing, act, and model. She can do so many things with the same passion.

Santana Lopez is one of the most interesting characters on television, and I'm sure she has inspired a lot of people.

Just watch season three and you will see how amazing she is. She was able to memorize all of her insults easily, especially the one she said to Kurt in episode three of season six that lasted 90 seconds.

Amber Riley
Jane Lynch Jane Marie Lynch is an American actress, singer, and comedian. She is best known for her role as Sue Sylvester on the television series Glee. Lynch has received numerous accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award.

Jane Lynch does a great job acting as the character of Sue Sylvester. Sue (though a very good character) isn't one of my top favorites, but I think that Jane Lynch is one of the best actors/actresses and really knows how to get into her role and make the show very entertaining.

Mark Salling Mark Wayne Salling (August 17, 1982 - January 30, 2018) was an American actor and musician known for his role as Noah "Puck" Puckerman on the television series Glee... read more
Kevin McHale

He is a shining star. Always a pleasure watching him perform.

Chord Overstreet

The Newcomers

? Gwyneth Paltrow
? Whoopi Goldberg Caryn Elaine Johnson, known professionally by her stage name Whoopi Goldberg, is an American actress, comedian, and television host. She is one of the few entertainers to have won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award. Goldberg is also a long-time co-host on the daytime talk show The View.
The Contenders
Cory Monteith Cory Allan Michael Monteith (May 11, 1982  -  July 13, 2013) was a Canadian actor and musician best known for his role as Finn Hudson on the Fox television series Glee. He died on July 13, 2013 from a toxic combination of heroin and alcohol.

RIP Cory. I wish they'd let him take time off of Glee for recovering from his addiction.

Also, he gave us "Stay Beautiful" by Taylor Swift, and she liked him, so as a Swiftie, I must too.

He is my favorite, even though he isn't here any longer. But I know he plays the drums in heaven now and stays away from drugs.

I loved Finn Hudson. I wish he hadn't died. R.I.P. Cory Monteith, you're still in our hearts.

Charice Jake Zyrus, born Charmaine Clarice Relucio Pempengco, is a Filipino singer who gained international attention through YouTube. He was previously known by the mononym Charice before coming out as a transgender man. Zyrus has appeared on international television programs and released several albums.

Just an amazing actress and singer. She should become a regular.

Heather Morris

Heather Morris is a true entertainer. She is an incredible dancer, an amazing actress, and a remarkable singer. She's the only Glee member who can make everyone laugh. It doesn't matter if you are a Gleek or not - when you hear what Brittany says, you laugh.

Personally, she's one of the biggest talents I've ever seen in my lifetime (believe me, I've seen a whole bunch of them). She is always pretty, stunning, and adorable. Her character Brittany is a lovable character, and her romance with Santana is the best romance on Glee. She should have been #1. She is definitely a star and an awesome role model.

Matthew Morrison
Melissa Benoist Melissa Marie Benoist is an American actress and singer. She is best known for her role as the title character in the CBS and CW superhero drama series Supergirl. Benoist has received praise for her performances in both television and musical projects.

One episode, and it is obvious she is by far the most talented performer in Glee. A true super talent.

She would have been a better choice for the leader of Glee in the first season!

Glee wasted such an enormous talent.

Jonathan Groff
Jenna Ushkowitz
Grant Gustin
Demi Lovato Demetria Devonne "Demi" Lovato is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. After appearing on the children's television series Barney & Friends as a child, she received her breakthrough role as Mitchie Torres in the Disney Channel television film Camp Rock and its sequel Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam... read more
Harry Shum Jr.
Damian McGinty
Jacob Artist
Adam Lambert Adam Mitchel Lambert (born January 29, 1982) is an American singer, songwriter, and stage actor. He rose to prominence as the runner-up on the eighth season of American Idol in 2009. Since then, he has sold over 2.5 million albums and five million singles worldwide.
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