Wilson Jermaine Heredia who became an icon to a generation of young theatregoers for his Tony-winning portrayal of doomed drag diva Angel in the original Broadway Rent has left the cast. Assuming the role Dec. 2 will be the L.A. Company's Angel, Wilson Cruz, who also plays Ricky in the TV drama "My So-Called Life."
Among Angel's songs are "Today 4 U" and a duet on "I'll Cover You."
-- By Robert Viagas