The Politician [1] hits Netflix on Sept. 27, and just like many of Ryan Murphy's projects, it includes a handful of recognisable faces [2]. While Jessica Lange and Gwyneth Paltrow [3] have worked with the showrunner on several different series over the years, Laura Dreyfuss actually got her big break on a hit Murphy show. The 31-year-old actress, who plays one of Peyton's political advisers McAfee, appeared on the final season of Glee.
Not only does Dreyfuss's role on The Politician mark a reunion between her and Murphy, but it also marks her second project with the show's star, Ben Platt [4]. The two previously played love interests in the Broadway musical, Dear Evan Hansen [5]. As you get ready to binge-watch The Politician, learn more about her most notable roles ahead.
Laura Dreyfuss on Glee
During the sixth and final season of Glee, the actress played Madison McCarthy, a cheerleader who auditions for the reformed New Directions with her twin brother, Mason.
Laura Dreyfuss in Dear Evan Hansen
In 2016, Dreyfuss originated the role of Zoe Murphy in the Broadway musical, Dear Evan Hansen. She earned a Grammy award for best musical theatre album in 2018, before exiting the show later that year.
Laura Dreyfuss on The Politician
On Netflix's The Politician, Dreyfuss plays McAfee, a political advisor to the show's main character Peyton.