Renee Elise Goldsberry also appeared as Mimi in the live recorded movie, Rent: Filmed Live on Broadway.
Renee Elise Goldsberry already had an impressive Broadway resume prior to joining the Hamilton cast.
Goldsberry took over the role on June 16, 2008 and played Mimi until it ended on September 7, 2008.
She had played Nala in The Lion King on Broadway, originated the role of Nettie in the original production of The Color Purple on Broadway, and played Mimi in the final run of Rent.