Chris Colfer is an American actor, singer, author, and producer. He is best known for his portrayal of Kurt Hummel on the Fox musical comedy-drama series Glee. Colfer has won numerous awards for his performance, including a Golden Globe Award and a People's Choice Award. Colfer has also written several books, including the New York Times best-selling novel The Land of Stories. He has also written and produced several films, including Struck by Lightning and the upcoming film The Little Mermaid. Colfer is an active philanthropist, having founded the non-profit organization The Chris Colfer Foundation, which works to support and empower children and young adults. He is also an advocate for the LGBT community, having spoken out in support of same-sex marriage and LGBT rights. Colfer is an inspiration to many, having achieved success in multiple fields and using his platform to make a positive impact on the world. He is a role model for young people everywhere, showing that anything is possible with hard work and dedication.