Archive · 4 Aug 2025
Josh Gad Returns to 'Jesus Christ Superstar' After COVID
Josh Gad, who was supposed to be King Herod in the musical 'Jesus Christ Superstar', got sick with COVID.
He had to miss the first show, and John Stamos took his place.
But Gad got better quickly and surprised everyone by returning to the show on Saturday and Sunday.
The show is happening at the Hollywood Bowl.
Josh Gad returned to 'Jesus Christ Superstar' after a COVID diagnosis.
John Stamos filled in for Gad as King Herod on opening night.
Gad performed in the show's Saturday and Sunday performances.
Gad was cast as King Herod in the production.
The musical is playing at the Hollywood Bowl from August 1-3.
- Who
- Josh Gad, John Stamos
- What
- Josh Gad returned to 'Jesus Christ Superstar' after a COVID diagnosis.
- When
- Saturday and Sunday, August 2 and 3
- Where
- Hollywood Bowl
- Why
- Gad's return was unexpected after illness.
Gad's Health
Gad's Quick Recovery
Performance
Gad's Health
Gad was initially unable to perform due to a COVID diagnosis.
Gad's Quick Recovery
Gad recovered quickly and was able to perform in later shows.
- Show Title
- Jesus Christ Superstar
- Venue
- Hollywood Bowl
- Dates
- August 1-3
- King Herod
- Josh Gad / John Stamos
- Mary Magdalene
- Phillipa Soo
