Who plays the character of Rachel Berry?
Q: Who plays the character of Rachel Berry?
A: The character of Rachel Berry is played by actress Lea Michele.
Q: When did the character first appear in Glee?
A: Rachel Berry first appeared in Glee from its pilot episode, which was broadcast on May 19, 2009.
Q: What school does Rachel attend in the show?
A: In the show, Rachel attends William McKinley High School in Lima, Ohio.
Q: Who created the character of Rachel Berry?
A: The character of Rachel Berry was created by Glee creators Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan.
Q: What has Lea Michele stated about playing this role?
A: Lea Michele has stated that she feels "vulnerable" while playing Rachel and that she was just like her when she was younger. She also said that what's great about Glee is that it shows how feeling alone or not being considered beautiful doesn't matter and you can still be who you want to be.
Q: How have critics responded to the character of Rachel Berry?
A: Critics have generally responded positively to the character of Rachel Berry; Maureen Ryan of The Chicago Tribune thanked Michele for making her more than a humorless stereotype. However, Raymund Flandez from The Wall Street Journal described her as insufferable (annoying).
Q: Has Lea Michele been nominated for any awards for her portrayal of this role? A: Yes, Lea Michele has been nominated for both a Primetime Emmy Award for "Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series" and a Golden Globe Award for "Best Actress - Television Series Musical or Comedy" in 2010 and 2011 respectively.
