1954 Playwright and actor Harvey Fierstein is born today. Fierstein will win Tony Awards for writing and performing in his play Torch Song Trilogy, as well as for his book for the musical La Cage aux Folles, and his performance as Edna Turnblad in Hairspray. Other works of drama will include the comedy Safe Sex, and the book for the musical A Catered Affair. As an actor, Fierstein will become a familiar face in Holly…
SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM on June 6, 2011