Whitney Leavitt To Make Broadway Debut In Chicago, Here's What We Know About Her Role As Roxie Hart

Whitney Leavitt, widely known for her appearances on Hulu's The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and her massive social media presence, is poised to take the next big step in her career. She is set to feature in one of the most iconic roles in musical theatre Chicago as 'Roxie Hart'. Whitney recently rose to national attention after her stint on Dancing With The Stars Season 24, where the 26-year-old was one of the most popular rising stars on the show. As she continues to grow in her career, several fans are curious about 'Who is Roxie Hart'?. Here's everything you might want to know about her.

Whitney Leavitt is set to make her Broadway debut in Chicago 

Whitney Leavitt has officially announced on December 1, 2025, that she is set to make her Broadway debut as 'Roxie Hart' in the long-running musical Chicago. According to People, Whitney will take the stage at New York'sYork's Ambassador Theatre from February 2, 2026, to March 15, 2026, for her first professional theatre role. This big opportunity comes for Whitney just weeks after her elimination from DWTS, where she and her partner, Mark Ballas, reached the semifinals and were considered fan favourites. In fact, her Argentine Tango to Cell Block Tango, was a tribute to Chicago and became one of her most-talked-about routines, wherein she received high praise from fans and judges alike.

Despite not being able to make a place in the Dancing With The Stars 34 finale, Whitney's Broadway announcement shows that her unexpected elimination did not slow the momentum of her career growth. Instead, her exit from the show appears to have been a stepping stone for her, rather than a setback. Whitney herself shared her excitement for the opportunity on social media, crediting the show for reigniting her love of performance. 

Who is 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago?

Ever since Whitney Leavitt's announcement about playing 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago made headlines, many are curious to know more about her role. In simple terms, ''Roxie'' is the central anti-heroine of Chicago, a darkly comedic musical. It satirizes celebrity culture and the justice system. 'Roxie' is the role of an ambitious, manipulative, and charming housewife who dreams of achieving fame as a vaudeville st

In the same bid, she murders her lover and cleverly uses the media frenzy surrounding her case to transform herself into a celebrity. After seeking help from a slick lawyer, 'Billy Flynn,' and the prison matron, 'Mama Morton,' Roxie recounts a fabricated self-defense story to captivate the public and escape conviction. 

The character has been portrayed by some of the biggest names in the the entertainment industry, including Gwen Verdon and Renée Zellweger,, who famously won an Oscar nomination for playing 'Roxie' in 2002. Recently. Pamela Anderson, Ariana Madix, and Michelle Williams have also taken on the role. 

More about Whitney Leavitt 

Whitney Leavitt is a mother of three, and she first rose to fame as a part of the viral MomTok community before starring in The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Her public journey has been a mix of controversies, personal struggles, and storytelling. Now, a major role on Broadway will be another major chapter in her career.

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