Troye Sivan is an Australian singer, songwriter, and actor, born on June 5, 1995, in Johannesburg, South Africa. He gained fame as a child actor in the X-Men film series and later transitioned to music, releasing his debut EP, TRXYE, in 2014. His music often explores themes of love, identity, and self-acceptance. Sivan is known for his pop sound and has received several awards, including ARIA Music Awards and MTV Europe Music Awards. He is also an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and uses his platform to promote inclusivity and acceptance within the community.