While attending the premiere of his new movie Wicked on Saturday (November 9), the 32-year-old actor and Broadway star recalled getting bullied over his appearance.
During an interview, he was asked what he would say to people who called him "freckle face" and made fun of his red hair growing up.
"I would say, I extend a hand to you, and I know that hurt people hurt people," he told Variety. "But also I hope that you're able to embrace who you are, and also maybe that you grew a red beard."