Joshua T. Bassett is an American actor, singer, and songwriter best known for his role as Ricky Bowen in the Disney+ series High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.
Joshua Bassett was born on December 22, 2000, in Oceanside, California, to parents Taylor and Laura Bassett. He grew up in a musical household alongside five sisters and was homeschooled throughout his early education.
Bassett’s introduction to musical theater began at the age of seven when he played J.V. Jock No. 2 in a community theater production of High School Musical. This experience sparked his interest in performing, and he has since participated in over 30 musical theater productions.
Bassett gained widespread recognition for his leading role as Ricky Bowen in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, which premiered in 2019 on Disney+. His performance was well-received, helping launch his career as both an actor and a musician.
In addition to acting, Bassett contributed musically to the series. He co-wrote the song "Just for a Moment" with co-star Olivia Rodrigo, which was featured on the show's soundtrack, showcasing his songwriting talent and musical versatility.
In early 2020, Bassett signed a recording contract with Warner Records and entered a talent agreement with United Talent Agency. He debuted as a solo artist with the release of his first single, "Common Sense," on April 3, 2020, followed by his second single, "Anyone Else," on July 16, 2020.
On January 14, 2021, he released "Lie Lie Lie" as the lead single from his self-titled debut EP, which launched on March 12, 2021. The EP further solidified his position as both a talented vocalist and a promising songwriter.
