Javier Munoz is the Sexy Hamilton

[@2xcrzkxk]

Both Lin & Javier are pure sunshine personalities. Perfect.

[@lou-il1ri]

I KNOW. HOW ARE THEY EVEN POSSIBLE??

[@appleb3144]

+Louise Anne Puerto Rico, probably

[@degradedsun6248]

everyone in the play are pure sunshines

[@spontaneouszoologist842]

their quirks and mannerisms are very similar!

[@ShelleyTemplar1986]

It's really nice of how Stephen mentioned how Javier is HIV+ but didn't focus on it at all. Really classy and respectful of him.

[@gracenern8]

REASONS WHY I LOVE JAVIER: Javier Muñoz: Is a cancer survivor Javier Muñoz: Actively supports charities Javier Muñoz: Responds to hate with overwhelming kindness Javier Muñoz: Refuses to let anyone be bullied under any circumstance Javier Muñoz: Lives with HIV Javier Muñoz: used Hamilton as his motivation to stay alive Javier Muñoz: responds to ignorant people with dignity and poise Javier Muñoz: is always happy and genuinely kind to his fans and everyone else JAVIER MUÑOZ IS AMAZING PASS IT ON

[@samq2145]

YASSS

[@alexandrawatkinson2691]

+

[@hamilfever6610]

The true cinnamon roll. I can't believe how much he's been through and he still keeps up that positivity! Amazing.

[@alexaliona]

THIS MAN I STG

[@billcipher2502]

The true cinnamon roll is Phillipa, but Javier is awesome as well

[@k3lp0]

Cancer AND HIV positive? I just wanna give him a hug now, he's such a trooper

[@lucyfoster4082]

Does the old man Miranda charm just rub off on everyone he knows, or is it that he only surrounds himself with lovely people?

[@hellolovely2]

I think it's both. Javi's been around since In The Heights, and once Lin finds stellar, genuine people he likes, he keeps them!!

[@mlrafiki]

I find myself wondering the exact same thing.

[@eyescandeceive]

Lucy Foster I am pretty sure it's both.

[@ceecee328]

Love how you worded that. So true (for both points).

[@degradedsun6248]

BOTH

[@SarahMa1]

wasn't Alexander Hamilton already sexy, I mean when I fantasize at night it's Alexander's eyes.

[@divv92]

I see what you did there

[@heartofglass6802]

ayy

[@vrmpyr]

Did you romantizice what might've been if you hadn't sized him up so quickly?

[@TeoTorriate]

At least he's on the 10 dollar bill, so you can keep his eyes in your life.

[@alexthepotato]

TeoTorriate TO THE FLOOR (to the floor, to the floor, to the floor) TO THE MEZZANINE (to the mezzanine, to the mezzanine, to the mezzanine)

[@ChickenGeorgeClooney]

He didn't throw away his shot

[@Puppetboystudio]

Oh, you. I like you.

[@ChickenGeorgeClooney]

kerberospanzer wut

[@sarahbeardsley]

Les mis fan?

[@ChickenGeorgeClooney]

Sarah Beardsley Yes

[@sarahbeardsley]

+Jackson DeStefano GOOD

[@musicfan1107]

HIV and Cancer?!and he still has the drive to do a high intensity Broadway show?? I'm perfectly healthy and dont have the drive to get to the refrigerator , I got to step my game up.

[@jazzo8195]

I actually welled when up when he said getting back to Hamilton is one of the reasons he fought to stay alive. It's just such an Important show for so many people

[@eyescandeceive]

Jazz O I'm not crying you're crying

[@perfectlyMessy]

This type of interview is why i like Stephen :)

[@gpjk4172]

Agreed. :) Get him a good guest, and he exudes more humanity than any other late night host.

[@mandosarad]

+

[@balletbonnie01]

Yess :)

[@SunyiSideUp]

Well, isn't he a ball of sunshine and happiness!

[@aliyahbertiz9590]

He absolutely is!

[@daniellaviolet6207]

His smile is contagious

[@kenzofinucane4057]

yeah fuck that shit, now ill have to have it treated

[@KateOwino]

Contagious, indeed, and radiant :-)

[@sarahennessey558]

Alright, I'll admit I was going into this expecting to hate him and want Lin back on stage. But I feel with his passion and drive, he can accurately portray the Hamilton I love. I hope you all feel the same.

[@mythbusterslover14]

My exact feeling about this

[@brendar9363]

Betsy Hennessey - a friend of mine saw him when he was the alternate Hamilton and said he was fantastic. They didn't skip a beat with him! As crazy as this is, without knowing this backstory, I was afraid something might happen and he would not get the lead. But no worries. Glad to have seen this and got to meet him.

[@sarahennessey558]

+Brenda R that's fantastic! I hope to one day see it live. I've mostly seen clipits and listened to the soundtrack to the point of where I could play Hamilton!

[@mcbiohazard892]

I think he fits the character of Hamilton even better than Lin himself. When he was Usnavi in In The Heights I thought Lin suited the role better but his particular take on Hamilton comes off much more intense than Lin's laid back demeanor.

[@writerserenyty]

I saw Javier in May and he was amazing. He has a great voice and was a really compelling performer - he had serious chemistry with the rest of the cast. LMM is excellent but Javier is pretty perfect as Hamilton.

[@Annele555]

He has one of the warmest and honest smiles I have ever seen.

[@cloebrown3218]

Why is everyone in this cast so darn perfect?

[@berlyn8748]

Lin and Javier are just pure sunshines. Both of their smiles are so contagious.

[@lilyghazali8341]

Bless him, such a gracious, humble guy!

[@brendar9363]

He seemed sweet and nervous. I like that. It is fun to see some of the Broadway actors who are professionals but not all cocky like the Hollywood side of things.

[@puppylovergirl303]

What a sunshiny, inspirational guy. Best of luck to him ❤️

[@Frediloc8]

Javier seems like a fantastic guy. And that move by Lin-Manuel was just...what a great person. I wish the best for these people.

[@lkpr3130]

Does anyone else love how they control the crowd? They applaud to everything so all the guest feel good. Not like other shows where the audience is rude and just "ooo"'s or just silence.

[@Andrew_Warden]

I thought that was awesome too. Some crowds can just... well, suck. 😜

[@beccafrances31]

@2:47 "and you're gonna be great."....tears, so many tears. ugh

[@andjelijaprekic3563]

I didn't thing there could be someone as sweet and infectiously happy as lin but here he is

[@gabbykingmusic]

why is everyone who's been in 'hamilton' so goddamn charming and nice and genuine

[@saffy202]

I had the privilege of seeing him on Broadway as Hamilton, and he was fantastic. What a wonderful person.

[@snesley21]

I never comment on interviews, but I wish this guy the best. What a captivating and inspiring person. This is the kind of person I would have been proud to have looked up to growing up.

[@none4530]

I have so much respect for Javier with everything that he's been through and everything he's worked hard for. He deserves all of our love and support with this role and what he may do next! Keep rocking Javi :)

[@calebwilford]

Oh I see, they got someone just as awesome and endearing as Lin Manuel Miranda as a replacement. Got it.

[@suspendedsky]

what a wonderful human being

[@kathmcg1981]

suspendedsky n

[@kathmcg1981]

Sorry discard previous reply, would love to see him in this role!

[@Haysalto]

Javi is such a blessing, he's so sweet and so inspirational and is just AMAZING he makes me so happy :)

[@yolandajerome9561]

"And you're gonna be great." I felt all the feelings when he said that.

[@TheGreenerItGets]

His smile is what will keep my house plants alive.

[@JoannC830]

Got to see him and and Lin play Hamilton. Both have their unique styles of telling Hamilton's story. Lin captures Hamilton's arrogance so well and Javi captures Hamilton's vulnerability and insecurities. I'm so happy Javi beat cancer so he can continue to give us the gift of his amazing performance!!!

[@Razvan90]

Goddamn I really wanted to not like him. Shit, I lost.

[@sarahennessey558]

Same here 😂

[@samanthasmith8652]

Fucking same jfc XD

[@marsmars9108]

Sammeeee

[@SonofHsu16]

same

[@gerardogalarza8066]

SAME

[@bemyguest5619]

I love him so much. How is it possible that Hamilton gives us so many amazing people to look up to ? Gifted, successful yet humble human beings! I hope their success will go on, from Hamilton to their personal careers, they all deserve it :)

[@eyescandeceive]

Justine D LMM is the kind of guy who attracts those people

[@tonyarose21]

I wonder how much the line, "I've imagined death so much it feels more like a memory" effects him every night. With my own experiences, when I sing songs from the musical, I find myself tearing up. I wonder how much it took to overcome those feelings for him.

[@a-mellowtea]

Damn... I _really_ didn't wanna fall in love with him. Sexy Hamilton is an extremely fitting replacement.

[@evalynn1863]

Damn it.. How do these people do it?? I swear each and every one of them have made me fall in love in short interview clips. In less than 7 minutes I already love and respect this man.. How??

[@JoyfulMD]

"I just had radiation therapy..." Man, that's not a small thing. What a humble guy

[@paultry5468]

6:18 Stephen correctly pronounces the spanish letter ñ (eñe, of Muñoz) :)

[@nikobatallones]

I was glad he did!

[@DummyAccount]

In the beginning he didn't, was he holding back?

[@justsayneenuh]

maybe he tried both bc one of them is bound to be right lol

[@simonjupiter]

You can tell they both laugh a little, maybe Javier or someone gave Stephen a note

[@lolgurl141]

oh yeah

[@Hbh250]

God, I love this man. I love how he downplays his treatment saying "oh I 'just' needed radiation" like no big deal.. FYI, radiation is still a HUGE and hard treatment to go through! Javi is a great and inspiring man!!

[@krr74]

Hiv and cancer? I'm a puddle on the floor.

[@imatinybeebuzz701]

same

[@Phoenixwinter007]

He is soooooo humble and He speaks so highly of Lin. I can't can't can't hate him no matter how much I love lin

[@kibble24]

I didn't know he had experienced such hardship. Mad respect to him for committing so fully to life and to his art. He's a joy to watch.

[@hamilfever6610]

I saw him on August 6th. He was phenomenal with a beautiful singing voice. No one deserves it more. Go check out Javilton you guys!

[@abbeybercasio2283]

I wish I could hug him and feed him lots. He's a wonderful human being. Keep fighting, love.

[@heynancyboy]

i'll get to see him on stage in less than two weeks!

[@discountsushi8831]

Lucky :(

[@jintymahogany7822]

I see him in October

[@heynancyboy]

He's such a good Hamilton!

[@Karen-bb2by]

I see it in October this year :(

[@abigator8261]

jecroisentoii I hopefully might see it in late June for my birthday

[@ginat.8064]

He seems like such a genuinely happy person. Adorable. Wish I'll get to see him live someday.

[@hkatbamna1]

I click on anything Hamilton related

[@charisnelson402]

Same.

[@christinaa.1165]

me too!

[@trashfanaticsyt64]

hkatbamna1 sAME

[@reyskywaka3202]

The Hamilton cast is incredible keep on rocking Javi !!!! ❤️

[@ernie4828]

damn Lin and Javi are literally two balls of pure sunshine and happiness and contagious smiles

[@mansik1579]

ok the way he said "I do" when asked about if he has an alternate, reminded me so much of the way the hamiltons say "lets go" after being called for treasury by Washington haha

[@Darbysmommy]

What an infectious laugh and personality. Wish him all the best that this life has to offer.

[@katemccarthy1782]

**inhales** JAVIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII

[@lagingablue3270]

Honestly the sweetest and strongest person I've seen❤ And not to mention incredibly talented!!

[@its_ivylove]

Wow first interview I'm seeing with Javier & I absolutely LOVE him. No wonder why he and Lin work so well together. The most precious of souls

[@JavierPerez-cx4jw]

I've never been more proud to be a Javier. I saw him as Hamilton and he was so great

[@Luminitha]

I'm not crying, you're crying.

[@TheMymlan]

What a sweet guy!

[@bubblegumpanda9195]

That laugh literally just turned me.

[@livb.7524]

I feel like Hamilton's character is just always played by the sweetest and most perfect people in the world.

[@philippa7369]

I ONLY KNOW HIM FROM SHADOWHUNTERS BUT HE DIDNT STOP LAUGHING AND SMILING THROUGH THIS ENTIRE INTERVIEW AND OHMY HES SUCH A SWEET AND CHEERY PERSON?? I LOVE HIM

[@suungirl128]

He's such a good guy. He deserves more than to be called the 'Sexy' Hamilton. It's a real shame that many people dislike him for the sole reason that he's not Lin...

[@ruthiev17]

i love him so much and i am so happy Lin chose him to play Hamilton after him. this is so great.

[@e_G_o_05]

That smile... that’s why he’s sexy Hamilton. Good lord! *clutches pearls*

[@anishasrikar4996]

I wish I could see Hamilton with Lin and Javier. They both have really fun, goofy and sunshine-y personalities haha. Javier is definitely the epitome of sexy Hamilton though. I wish I could hear his voice. I admire him for staying strong and his story inspires me. Stay awesomesauce Javier :D

[@MusicbyCiaran]

What an utterly incredible human being, I love, love, love this man.

[@Magitroopa]

Love Javier! He was Hamilton at my show since Lin performed for Obama the night before (Back in November).

[@mackenziebooth9805]

At first I thought I was gonna hate Javier cause I was like "who's gonna replace Lin" and then I saw a clip of him singing and I was like "oh my god this man is amazing". And he just seems so nice and he's such a trooper for getting through cancer. He's such a great Hamilton

[@bijayg3407]

great interview! good job, Stephen.

[@zenic11]

the way he says "i do" (at 5:58) reminds me of "lets go" and"i was chosen for the constitutional convention" level glee

[@annietirone8948]

I cant believe I elbowed him in the gut last week at ham4ham when he bumped into me im

[@KodaAlrinasIsthebombdiggity]

oml im schreeching

[@annietirone8948]

+Ko'da Alrinas he also apologised to me before i could say anything

[@KodaAlrinasIsthebombdiggity]

HE'S AN ANGEL

[@aly8950]

lmao

[@bubbles901100]

HAHAHAHHAHDHSBA AS

[@eyescandeceive]

I know people who have seen both and like Javilton better but I will damn well take exception to any implication that LMM was not *also* the "sexy Hamilton"!!!

[@ЯСмерть-ф5п]

I prefer the one on my 10 dollar bill.

[@omayaqx2169]

He’s such an amazing I never thought id cry watching an interview

[@jennys4562]

If I didn't know better, I'd guessed that Javier and Lin were brothers. Love both of them

[@TheHManShow]

I saw Javi perform as Hamilton and he was honestly incredible in the role. Both he and Lin are brilliant in their different ways but here's why I prefer Javi. Lin is a genius writer, an incredible actor, but Javi is able to play the young Hamilton and the older one. Lin I only buy as the older one.

[@alexam5942]

Okay but that story proves that Lin is a muffin.

[@josbird]

GODDAMNIT STEPHEN YOU FORGOT THE Ñ

[@eyescandeceive]

he fixes it at the end of the interview and says it right

[@AdRiAnAPrOdUcTiOn]

Javi is such a sweetheart, I'm glad he got the role of Hamilton when Lin left.

[@mechellemorris3917]

I love Javier's story and I'm so happy he gets to continue his journey in LIFE.. So handsome, so humble, so talented.... LOVELY MAN.......

[@HailingRoses]

What a sweet and inspiring guy, wow.

[@SoniaBDorsey]

What a lovely, happy man.

[@omniscant7193]

Alexander Hamilton was the sexy Hamilton. If hamilton looked anything like his son, Phillip, when he was young. Hamilton would have been extremely attractive.

[@arainmiao3781]

i wanted to not like him but his passion for the role and everything else and just that kind smile beats me

[@ulisesduenas1998]

An amazing, and inspiring person with a captivating laugh!!

[@bootlegmegz]

I swear to god the smile he flashes when he asks "do you have an alternate" is pure fucking sunshine ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@eiiishes3073]

Me: I probably won't like this new Hamilton Me: _watches this_ Me: I LOVE THIS NEW HAMILTON

[@cherylhopper6076]

Is there anything not to like about this man? He's well-spoken, talented, intelligent, and humble. I respect the hell out of him for going through Health Scare Hell and coming out with a very healthy outlook and attitude toward life (and surviving cancer when he's HIV+?!? Damn! VERY impressive!)

[@Fleurbunny]

What an amazing amazing man. I'm in true awe of his will, his determination and that smile. Wow. Just wow. #Inspiring

[@turkeylurkey5208]

I thought I could never like him as much as Lin but he has a wonderful personality 😀

[@Ruby-oy9ie]

I thought I was going to hate him!! His smile is so beautiful ❤️❤️

[@alexnicole5448]

Aww, he almost started crying!!! Now I wanna cry!

[@bluevortexpng1211]

Every cast member in this goddamn show is precious Jesus

[@egglet535]

"Hey!!" "Hi!" JAVI IS AMAZING

[@bjkmurray]

He's so cute, and humble, and I'm getting teary.

[@maxten]

Guy looks like he could be a dothraki bloodrider.

[@ghostification]

i was thinkin like this guys kinda weird looking but then i saw his smile and im dead this is it lin and javier are both great and i love them

[@monsterenergydrink7938]

We are adding a cinnamon roll to the collection

[@paratus04]

We were in line for last night Hamilton Performance. Somebody came flying out of a car and ran in the side entrance of the theater. I'm guessing it was Javier coming from the late show. Performance was awesome.

[@lilsunflowers1262]

paratus04 lmao

[@macncheesetv9816]

Is this guy the same person that replaced lin in in the heights?

[@josephfrank3948]

I believe so.

[@jacobbrown2623]

Yup.