L’Oreal Paris chose actress Lea Michele to be its new spokesperson. She’s best known for playing Rachel Berry on Fox’s television series, Glee, which is currently in its fourth season — but Michele has been starring on Broadway since she was 8 years old.

“Growing up on stage, I was introduced to makeup at a young age and I will never forget the first time I tried on a L’Oreal Paris iconic lipstick –it was instant glamour and I’ve been hooked ever since! I’ve been a fan of L’Oreal Paris’ products for years, but it wasn’t until I was a bit older that I fully understood the brand’s message of a woman’s worth, which I wholeheartedly agree with. L’Oreal Paris encourages women to embrace their beauty and celebrate their self worth. I feel very honored to be working with L’Oreal Paris to help spread that message to young women,” says Michele.

Her professional debut was as Young Cosette in the classic Broadway production Les Miserables. Since then, Michele has shared the stage with Broadway greats in Ragtime, Fiddler on the Roof and Spring Awakening, earning herself a Drama Desk Award nomination for “Outstanding Actress in a Musical” for her role in Spring Awakening.

“Lea is committed, genuine, fun with an inspiring sense of style, in total resonance with the brand’s values,” says Cyril Chapuy, global brand president, L’Oreal Paris.

“Lea is undeniably one of the most gifted and accomplished women of her generation and a role model to young women everywhere. We are so honored to welcome her as a member of the L’Oreal Paris family. A beautiful woman inside and out, Lea truly exemplifies our brand philosophy ‘Because You’re Worth It,'” says Karen T. Fondu, president, L’Oreal Paris USA.

In addition to her Broadway and television experience, Michele appeared in the movie, New Year’s Eve, in 2011. She will also star in Summertime Entertainment’s animated 3D film Dorothy of Oz in 2013.