Archive · 1 Aug 2025
John Stamos to Replace Josh Gad in 'Jesus Christ Superstar'
John Stamos will take over the role of King Herod in the 'Jesus Christ Superstar' concert at the Hollywood Bowl, replacing Josh Gad, who tested positive for COVID-19.
The show opens soon and also features Cynthia Erivo and Adam Lambert.
Stamos is an actor and musician with experience in musicals and stepped in quickly after returning from tour.
The show is directed by Sergio Trujillo, with music direction by Stephen Oremus, and produced by Neil Meron and Robert Greenblatt.
John Stamos will replace Josh Gad as King Herod in the 'Jesus Christ Superstar' concert at the Hollywood Bowl.
Gad withdrew due to a positive COVID-19 test.
The concert opens on August 1st.
Stamos has experience in acting and music.
The production is directed and choreographed by Sergio Trujillo.
- Who
- John Stamos replaced Josh Gad, with Cynthia Erivo and Adam Lambert also starring.
- What
- John Stamos replaced Josh Gad as King Herod in 'Jesus Christ Superstar'.
- When
- Opening night is August 1st, with Stamos taking over shortly before.
- Where
- Hollywood Bowl
- Why
- Josh Gad tested positive for COVID-19.
Public Reaction to Stamos' Casting
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Casting Change
Public Reaction to Stamos' Casting
Excitement for Stamos' Performance
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Concern over Last-Minute Replacement
- Event
- 'Jesus Christ Superstar' Hollywood Bowl Concert
- Original Actor
- Josh Gad
- Replacement Actor
- John Stamos
- Role
- King Herod
- Opening Date
- August 1st
- Director
- Sergio Trujillo
