Episode 8 - Aaron Burr, Sir: Backstage at Broadway's HAMILTON with Leslie Odom Jr.

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In the final episode of his Broadway.com vlog, Leslie Odom Jr. shows us some behind-the-scenes moments from his last performance in HAMILTON. (Make sure you spot Jennifer Lopez and John Kerry at the dance party!) See you on the other side, Leslie!

[@jaime_lee_g]

Just a normal day at Hamilton, Jennifer Lopez and John Kerry walking through while having a dance party in the stairwell.

[@ksee8464]

yeah; quite honestly probably at least half of the ensemble can dance and sing just as well if not better than j lo but they just have not had their breaks yet.

[@CamilleRochelle]

Literally thought the exact same thing; word for word Lolx

[@Morgan_priestley]

I LITERALLY had this exact same thought when I saw that clip. It was a “Waaaait are you just gonna slide past that like it didn’t just happen” moment 🤣

[@nataliek5219]

RIGHT? I’m glad to know that wasn’t me who saw what looks like JLo just roll through and she didn’t even get a mention cuz ya know, just a day in the life. Love it.

[@csainphor]

And they paid them no mind😳😳😳😮😮

[@chantelvanderveen9786]

I like how every time Jasmine is scatting, Thane is hydrating.

[@Shaeluvv_]

And the tomcat is getting married😁

[@alyssa7505]

I also enjoyed hearing "if the tomcat can get married," on repeat for about 2 minutes there while Jasmine is doing her little things.

[@savvy2825]

Alyssa me toi

[@abigailcrosbie8688]

Yes The story of tonight reprise is one of my favorite songs.

[@burntramen9012]

*Jasmine* cute little singing meanwhile *Anthony* "theres hope FOR OUR ASS AFTER all"

[@h4nsa]

Meant to be

[@estherrosi-kessel5192]

Burnt Ramen yeep

[@gamingred7396]

LOVE THIS!

[@annikaschulstrom4106]

I DIED😂😂😂 I watched the clip like 4 times

[@izzyhead5880]

Yasss

[@lillycaines7756]

"How many Oakland t-shirts does Daveed have?" "Uuuh. Hella." LMAO I AM GOING TO MISS THIS SO MUCH I LITERALLY CANNOT!

[@dejalynnsamaniego6370]

that's literally the most bay area thing he couldve said-

[@BTtimmyjim]

DeJalynn Samaniego true

[@ellawoods7371]

"Act 1, but in act 2 i get to sing" I love jasmine so much

[@stinasings]

I'm so glad he interviewed her. Her voice is voice is so unique. It's so jazzy and soulful. I dig hearing her influences plus she has Prince's Hit N' Run cd which cements my love for her.

[@nikkihart3337]

Jazzy? Get it? *finger guns*

[@BriannaGibbsLovatictaylorcyrus]

+Nikki Hart 😂😂😂

[@MajorAlenko]

Jennifer Lopez just casually strolling past and John Kerry haha

[@zoeyhughes5328]

ikr everybody just waves at them as if they were just there all the time haha

[@cheer21lax]

YESSS LIKE LITERALLY IN THE MIDDLE OF THEIR DANCE PARTY!!! HAHAH That was amazing.

[@broadwaybaby3935]

LOL IT MUST BE SO NORMAL FOR THEM BC RENEE WAS JUST LIKE, "Hi!"

[@Liz-liz8]

Thayne drinking his water in all the clips with Jazzy 😂❤️

[@paigelizabeth]

IN THE SAME SPOT

[@avengerwidow9]

+pebgamer Elizabeth Pretty sure he's part of her little performance lmao XD

[@cassidygage7312]

Thayne actually came and did a choir concert at my high school a few years ago. He's the best!!!

[@ksee8464]

yeah, all the performers have the same tracks they have to follow so they need to be in the same places at every moment of the show; you can be sure his dresser places the water bottle at the same spot for every show for him to drink from during his off stage moments.

[@amberbernardieteuati]

Intermission. Why do I feel like Daveed is the best person to be friends with?

[@corinnahrabar9322]

i completely agree...

[@madisonhughes3670]

Cause he probably is

[@clare000777]

My very white 11 year old son wants to win Daveed's role. I let him dream because he aspires.

[@aidasall4815]

I just know he is! He’s such an amazing king !!

[@epiphanyys._]

Cuz he is tho 🔥🔥🔥

[@KathyDubs]

Government officials and celebrities just walking bye while the Hamilton cast parties in a stairwell. hahaha.

[@generallyjack]

LMFAO! Secretary of State John Kerry just passing through your Saturday night stairway intermission dance party with diplomatic security service and nobody is fazed at all. Thanks for taking us along on part of your journey, beautiful man. Very best wishes for the future.

[@FedeCarranza]

Dont forget J-Lo

[@vajrarezaalam1262]

Holly Shit i didnt see that...

[@Biconstatus]

generallyjack yah I saw him and j-lo it was hilarious😂😂😂

[@orcachick2005]

I saw Kerry walk by and was like, "Wait a second, was that John Kerry?" and scrolled down to the comments. Didn't realize that was J-Lo with him.

[@StitchwithAish]

LESLIE AND NICOLETTE ARE SUCH A CUTE COUPLE I CAN'T.

[@StitchwithAish]

I adore how evident it is that they both are such kind and genuine people. Love them.

[@hennessygarciahg]

Aishah Mayes I know they're so cute together

[@hennessygarciahg]

Aishah Mayes me too

[@bellasmini]

She kind of looks like Aaliyah

[@sarahkalla2130]

Leslie: How many Oakland shirts does Daveed own? Daveed: uhhhh, hella. What are these children

[@johannalifk]

it was hard to hear Jasmine over "the story of tonight" playing in the back. I kept hearing Anthonys "then theres hope for our ASS AFTER ALL" in the background. pfft but omg I'm in love with her voice though

[@mati.romero81]

6:57 I love how J-LO is nobody in this video. DANCE PARTY. DON'T CARE

[@juliam3980]

Yes, and right behind her was John Kerry! Secretary of State, folks.

[@ksee8464]

i don't its think that they don't care; its just that artists respectfully appreciates other artists work and don't go crazy like a typical idiot fan on the street when they see each other.

[@callynt]

I loved that too. That was their space and they were enjoying themselves.

[@platinumrubies85]

I didnt even notice her. Lol

[@Hagemarucool043]

666th Like on your comment, yes I noticed that too. I was like, "Is that J-Lo?" Hmm, nobody seems to care

[@haannaahkaylee]

The way Leslie looks at Nicolette >>>>>>

[@colorfulcactus8026]

Jazzy's giggle when Leslie tells oak that his shirt is everything is he most adorable thing ever

[@theseaanemone]

Only theatre people can chant "party!" While having killer harmonies.

[@katherinehudson7391]

Thayne always drinks water at the same time in the same place.

[@hamiltrashunite9068]

BAHAHA I know

[@bethnicholson5925]

Her Scottish accent is better then mine and I'm Scottish

[@ziva8864]

It's so good. I'm also Scottish and don't have that strong an accent

[@passiveagressive4983]

Beth Nicholson I think her mom is English

[@gracebaker3170]

I really want her to do more accents and yes her Scottish accent is soo good

[@ryliep8294]

LMAOO

[@victoriap.3394]

THIS WAS THEIR BEST EPISODE EVER AND NOW ITS OVER AND IM NOT READY

[@brooklynmoore6502]

ME NEITHER. I WASN'T PROPERLY TAUGHT HOW TO SAY GOODBYE

[@_wildfire123_6]

I love how Jasmine’s just scatting here backstage while you can hear Daveed Oak Tree and Anthony acting all drunk in the background 😂😂

[@MABACTS]

Renee should have a vlog called Satisfied!!!!

[@bymeerabrowngothicroyal]

That would be awesome

[@marissalenz2970]

But Renee is leaving this fall🙁

[@MABACTS]

I know, before she leaves!!

[@vanlearrose]

Omg yes!

[@phoenixclifford5763]

she could still do that, she just needs to record it while she's spending time with them.

[@emmagreenwood581]

Oak just eating the whole time 😂

[@batzeye]

Oak is literally me.

[@siberiasian]

Big food for big muscles

[@izzyburgess6144]

I love how Thayne is just casually drinking water in the background at 2:40 just like "ahhhh so refreshing"

[@Liz-liz8]

Teach me how to say goodbye...

[@laki74]

In Episode 9, you shall see the Pope, Leonardo Dicaprio and Stephen Curry, casually strolling past the stairwell.

[@jrocknpoppingirl]

I'm really glad Leslie got to have this through his last performance. That makes it feel much more complete smoothed out. Instead of us watching Leslie jump right to focusing on his album release, we get one more special moment of good bye from him and that makes me happy :)

[@GalaxyTheDev]

"Act 1.. but Act 2 because I get to sing" Meanwhile in Act 1: "AND PEGGY"

[@kayleeshook1593]

This honestly is my favorite one. Just seeing all the little moments warms my heart when I didn't think I could love this cast more. From all little cast traditions, like dance parties and coffee on 2 show days, to personal traditions like Leslie and Jazzy had before Wait For It. It's those things that make a show and cast more special. The genuine closeness between everyone makes me happier than anything. Happy Trails to Leslie, Pippa, Lin, Daveed, and anyone else who has departed from this family. You'll be missed but the show lives on because you have laid a strong enough foundation.

[@mollym5965]

Favorite moments of this: 1. Rory dancing during the intermission dance party. 2. The way Nicolette looks at Leslie, so adorable

[@abigailcrosbie8688]

Hearing "if the tom cat can get married, if Alexander can get married" on repeat was kinda cool to be honest. The story of tonight reprise is one of my favorite songs. I am feeling bittersweet about this episode. I loved what they did and Leslie Odom Jr. is an inspiration to me but. Why dose it have to end. Also I'm sad that I never got to see the original Broadway cast preform.

[@SaturdayMorninCrafting]

Every clip of jasmine in the background "if the tomcat can get married" lol

[@evalynn1863]

Oh my gosh, Nicolette is so stunning

[@guacyslush]

4:05 Math with Daveed

[@emilyannwright4167]

I normally click so fast on these but I hesitated so long to click on it now. But the time has come to watch the final episode of Leslie's vlog.

[@emilyannwright4167]

Update: I'm crying. Bye

[@lynnerickson2543]

Same. Took me til just now. I wasn't emotionally ready for it to end

[@platinumrubies85]

I thought it was just me. Here i am three days later.

[@kayleeshook1593]

Dude it took me days to finally watch it...

[@rae_shares]

I was smiling throughout the video and then when the credits rolled..... i finally realized, no more of these videos to "wait for" every week :(

[@jaidaskye1681]

*screams the entire video*

[@kaylag.5807]

*cries the entire video*

[@16princessdaisy]

screams and cries the entire video

[@athiyyawikantari8884]

basically a roler coaster of feelings throughout the video

[@jewelez521]

JLo followed by the Secretary of State in the background of the dance party. Very cool.

[@laki74]

You know a show has made it, when John Kerry and J-Lo just casually saunter by in the background, and no-one bats an eyelid. Also, love, love, love Jasmine Cephas Jones.

THEY ARE SO COUPLE GOALS!!!!!! You'll be missed, Mr. Odom Jr., and good luck with everything!

[@mayme4743]

the fact jlo casually walked in while they were just dancing gets me, also I love how when jazzy's scatting pippa walked in like shes about to sing too hahah

[@suspendedsky]

they're such a beautiful couple i can't cope

[@kara6660]

thayne is always drinking water in the back while jasmine scats😂😂

[@FriedChickenKyla]

I'm crying Leslie my beautiful little man why

[@rebeccagumpel3586]

Thank you, Leslie, for everything. You will truly be missed. Can't wait to see what you do next. I'll be waiting for it

[@bethanmurray622]

I'm Scottish and I have to say, that accent wasn't too bad aha I love Jasmine!! And I love Leslie and everybody in Hamilton, so inspirational xo

[@avengerwidow9]

OMG JAZ'S SCOTTISH ACCENT THO..... (not Scottish, but it's really good imo)

[@ziva8864]

I'm Scottish and I can say it was really good.

[@imanijoanne9944]

Jlo casually strolls by *keeps dancing. I LOVE HAMILTON SOO MUCH😂

[@moos6430]

Is Thayne just always drinking water or

[@katebicks6980]

It is probably one of his breaks and he doesn't have much time otherwise

[@moos6430]

+Kate Bicks I know! I just thought it was funny that in all those clips he was in the background drinking water

[@dejalynnsamaniego6370]

no one: literally no one: Jennifer Lopez: *enters* Hamilcast: *continues dancing and doesnt really care*

[@mattgrobis6928]

Super cool to hear the little differences in the lines "and if the tomcat can get married, there's hope for our ass after all!" between shows around 3:00

[@fionaminton75]

I CAN HEAR THE STORY OF TONIGHT REPRISE PLAYING AND ANTHONY IS AN ANGEL IF ANYONE DISAGREES WITH ME THEN BYE \\ I HAVE TO GO BINGE WATCH ALL THESE EPISODES NOW HAHAHAHA

[@fionaminton75]

k im done and im crying bc i didn't want it to end hHHHH

[@aatigerwolf763]

I just found this, I’m sad that I missed seeing most, if not all, of the obc of Hamilton

[@Pantierina]

You and your wife are just so CUTE!! God bless both of you on your journey!!

[@AvalonMorley]

What a beautiful couple. And he is the essence of elegance. Can't wait to get the new cd, and I wish I were close enough to NYC to go to the McKittrick, or any other appearances of Mr. Odom, Jr. Can't help feeling sad at his departure from HAMILTON, but excited at the many opportunities to come. Ok, I know this is a little random and unlikely, but I was thinking lately of one of my favorite, not-exactly-guilty pleasure shows that I'd love to see back on Broadway sometime soonish, hopefully to the kind of success it never quite achieved before, that being THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL, and I love the idea of Leslie O. Jr. as Sir Percy. Or, for that matter, Chauvelin. Just a thought. No--just a fantasy.... Meantime, how about performing and recording that show's song, "Where's The Girl"? I'd adore to hear that. And please come do a concert in Dallas. I'm going to make lots of noise for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra to bring in more Broadway folks for their pops series; given that Miss Megan Hilty will be performing with them this September, maybe they're already headed in that direction.

[@johnd9664]

Avalon, great idea!!! Hope your voice is strong enough to get Leslie to Dallas!! Would be worth $$ to go see him. The only Broadwayer I've seen in concert was Brian Stokes Mitchell at the Winspear ... holy crap what a range he has, it's amazing! Leslie should tour if he can, since most people like myself don't get to see folks like him very often. If I could #askodomjr , that would be one thing I'd ask him.

[@feedthekitty1]

And just like that it's over we tend to our wounded we count our dead...

[@MIMH32]

🤣🤣🤣

[@cheyennesampson7512]

Black and white actors wonder alike if this really means freedom....not yet

[@rainingonsunday21]

A little thirsty, there, Thayne? 😂

[@leonardo47000]

Truly great voices of our time! Jasmine is so beautiful it hurts.

[@PurpleLover523]

Super weird but Nicolette has the BEST asmr voice I've ever heard.

[@paigelizabeth]

Can't believe it's actually happening. These amazing people left. I can't wait to see what else they have in store for us, but they will be missed so much. Happy trails ❤️ (and I totally agree, Jasmine is one of my favorite voices 😂)

[@hanbyuls]

WHEN NICOLETTE CAME IN I STARTED TO CRY BECAUSE THATS WHEN I REALIZED I WOULD NEVER COMPARE TO LESLIE AND NICOLETTE"S RELATIONSHIP NO MATTER HOW HARD I TRIED

[@saravdcd]

The things in Jaz's room is amAAAAAzing! Love them! Love her love Leslie LOVE Broadway LOVE THEATER 🎭

[@marleefranklin7935]

Wow....I've been hit hard with emotions from this last vlog. Why do great things have to come to an end? I'll miss you Leslie. Best of luck in your next endeavors. I'm a changed person for having experienced you and the rest of the cast's talent

[@kgirls629]

Omg I love how happy Renne is in the dance party❤️❤️

[@francisvillanueva2555]

daveed's answer cracked me up. bay area love out here!!!!!!

[@b-lodeedee]

Just here seeking out any behind the scenes Hamilton I can find. This did NOT disappoint. 🙏🏾🤗🤗

[@samanthac2216]

OMFG Renée during the dance part 😂

[@xylon7333]

how many oakland shirts "hella" - daveed diggs 2016

[@lo-wp2en]

7:10 Leslie and Renne is a great example of true friendship

[@gilliangauntt]

I just really want to know which line at the end of Act 1 he forgot!!!

[@stephenbarefield4879]

TEACH 'EM HOW TO SAY GOODBYE, TO SAY GOODBYE, IF I STAY GOODBYE, STEPHEN MIGHT LEARN TO MOVE ON (probably not tho) 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@beautysweets101]

my heartttt

[@stephenbarefield4879]

+CailynGrace WHYYYYYYYYY

[@stardusthamilton4860]

Nice prof pic

[@judeadams9942]

I literally lost it when Renée started dancing at the dance party 😂

[@dinofirer720]

Seeing King George dancing off was the most fun thing to witness

[@glamgirlyily]

These vlogs were my favorite thing ever now they're over. Leslie, Pippa, Arianna, Lin are gone. Daveed is leaving tomorrow and Renee is leaving in the fall. 💔

[@WARdROBEPlaysWWII]

Mr. Odom, you seem like an amazing man. Thank you so much for your performance, hard work, energy, spirit, I could go on. I only have seen the film version and now listened to the soundtrack. I wish you the best as you continue your career.

[@aimeemarie5462]

casual j-lo during the dance party like no big deal

[@meredithbauer3428]

TEARS. I can't believe it's already done! Also Leslie and his wife are the sweetest couple.

[@gabbysingsbroadway]

Awww Leslie and his wife. She is so pretty. They're so IN LOVE. She's definitely for sure Leslie's Theodosia. Awww if they are so in love, then goddamnit I'm willing to wait for it. I'm willing to wait for my Broadway Prince if I can have a love like theirs. Awwwwwwwwwww. 🤗🤗🤗

[@alyannaruiz4731]

"SO IF THE TOM CAT CAN GET MARRIED, if alexander can get married" hahahaha. never gets old.

[@ritaferrillo6171]

"how many oakland shirts does daveed have" "hELLA"

[@isabelafigueroa4461]

2:59 - 3:06 I'm crying she has such a pretty voice

[@alysssa6263]

"Can I say intermission?" 😂honestly meee

[@a.n4031]

Did you mean to put 3 s' in your name?

[@mamajenkins1981]

Nicolette is adorable

[@AndyGman2]

Got a little teary eyed at the end when Wait For It came on.

[@LegalVampire]

Thank-you SO SO much for this series Leslie! It's been so generous of you and so fun to watch - thanks so much~ x

[@aidasall4815]

Omg I just LOVE Daveed so much, he seems like that one hella cool & fun uncle ❤️❤️

[@camicakes2]

Leslie Odom Jr. I love you with all my heart

[@dani4704]

The dance/praise party was everything. Love to see it

[@maleeharizwan385]

Renee is my favourite thing in the world.

[@ktaylorgreen6572]

Maleeha Rizwan samee

[@phoenixblue-koszalka1518]

"Can I say intermission?" That's a mood, honestly.😂

[@livthedans]

Dance Party was SOOOOOOOOOO Perfect!!!!!!! (Especially with John Kerry and JLo walking in the background...) Thank you for this LOJ!!!!!!!!

[@BriannaGibbsLovatictaylorcyrus]

Nicolette has such a kind, warm face that makes me feel safe💛💛💛💛💛

[@thehopeofeden597]

I believe 4 people accidentally hit dislike. I would like to point out their mistakes.

[@isabelafigueroa4461]

OAK AT 4:56 SAMEEE

[@hanbyuls]

lol i haven't even started and im crying

[@Leah1680]

Thanks so much for doing these #LeslieOdomJr. they have been wonderful! Best of luck to you in everything! #askodomjr

[@bludelight]

These were so much fun to watch. Thank you.

[@natisinvisible]

Thank you for these vlogs and thank you for Burr. You're amazing, Leslie. God bless.

[@thaniyuh]

"She will come of age, and we'll watch her grow" cryinggggg bc im watching this again in 2018 😭❤