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Teen Star's Viral Music to Vampire Acting Leap
15 Jan
Summary
- Miles Caton balanced world stadium tours with prom and graduation.
- He gained fame singing online before acting in 'Sinners'.
- Caton learned from acting legends like DiCaprio and Cruise.
Miles Caton, a 20-year-old from New York, experienced a whirlwind start to his career, performing on world tours while still attending high school. He first gained significant online attention in 2017 for his vocal talent before transitioning to acting.
His role as Sammie in Ryan Coogler's film 'Sinners' marked a significant breakthrough. Caton's journey involved navigating the complexities of being a student and a touring musician, often completing schoolwork remotely. He received guidance from industry veterans like Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Cruise.
The young artist also shared insights into his creative process, including learning blues guitar and recording music for the film. Caton's experience with 'Sinners' allowed him to reconnect with a more vulnerable, childlike side of himself, which he found instrumental in his performance.
