Moses Sumney is primarily known as a singer and songwriter with a distinctive tenor voice, whose music is characterized by a unique fusion of genres including soul, folk, electronic and alternative R&B.
However, since some time until 2024, the American star has been branching out into other branches of art, such as acting. Some of his most popular roles were in “The Idol” as Izaak and now “MaXXXine“.
In the latest film of Ti West‘s trilogy with Mia Goth (Pearl, X and A Cure for Wellness), the actor portrays Leon, a close friend of Maxine who runs a rental video store in the same building where she lives.
Moses Sumney’s age and height
Moses Sumney was born on May 19, 1990, in San Bernardino, California, United States. So, he is currently 32 years old. According to the official website of IMG Models, which represents him, the star stands at 191cm – 6’3″.
Moses Sumney’s love life
The new actor has always been very open when discussing his projects and music in interviews, but not so much about his personal life, such as his romantic relationships or partners.
Because of this, not much is known about his current status, although it is believed that he is single. During a conversation with Glam Cult in 2022, the star talked about romance and his thoughts on it. He said:
Moses Sumney attends the World Premiere of A24’s “MAXXXINE” at TCL Chinese Theatre on June 24, 2024. (Source: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
“I think that it’s a heavily suggested mode of living. I think that anything that’s presented as normative is worth questioning, and I think that there are many ways to be in love, there are many degrees which you can love a person.
But I feel like mainstream society has a way of distilling and simplifying things so that they can be easily consumed and I think romantic love is one that’s being oversimplified and misrepresented—as less complex than it actually is.
Just look at Disney films or marketing campaigns, restaurants, bars, furniture… love sells. I think romanticism is a heavily utilized tool and so many industries are relying upon it. That influences the degree to which we desire romantic relationships—and what kind of romantic relationships“.
Moses Sumney’s music
Sumney has a tenor voice and is known for his introspective and poetic lyrics that explore themes such as identity, intimacy and loneliness. He burst onto the independent music scene with the release of several EPs and singles starting in 2013.
His debut album, “Aromanticism“, released in 2017, received critical acclaim and established his reputation as an innovative musical talent. He has also collaborated with artists such as Sufjan Stevens, James Blake and Bon Iver, further expanding his influence in contemporary music.
Check out all his work in the music industry until 2024:
EPs
- Mid-City Island (2014)
- Black in Deep Red, 2014 (2018)
- græ: Part 1 (2020)
- græ: Part 2 (2020)
Studio albums
- Aromanticism (2017)
- græ (2020)
Moses Sumney’s acting career
Moses Sumney has not only shone in the music scene but has also decided to continue expanding his list of talents by adding acting. Some of his most well-known movies are Michel B. Jordan’s Creed and The Weeknd’s The Idol.
However, on August 23, one of his latest big projects will premiere on the big screen: “MaXXXine“, the third and final installment of the horror trilogy starring Mia Goth (Emma. and Suspiria).
In the drama directed by Ti West, the star takes on the role of Leon, a cinephile reminiscent of Randy in the Scream franchise. The actor spoke with Taji Mag about his role in Ti West’s upcoming film and said:
“I think people can expect to see someone who loves cinema. His interests are very specific, and he feels an incredible passion for them. Anyone who has liked something, especially something niche or alternative, can really identify with it“.
