Troye Sivan

Singer-songwriter and actor

Troye Sivan - Singer-songwriter and actor
Born

June 5th, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Australia

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Born in South Africa and raised in Australia, a career in music began with covers on YouTube, leading to a recording contract. Released the debut EP, TRXYE, in 2014, which topped charts in multiple countries. Achieved widespread recognition with the album Blue Neighbourhood, featuring hits like 'Youth' and 'Wild'. Also made contributions to film and television, notably in the X-Men series, portraying a character in X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Engaged in activism, particularly around LGBTQ+ rights.

Released the EP TRXYE which topped charts

Achieved acclaim with the album Blue Neighbourhood

Starred in X-Men Origins: Wolverine

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