Troye Sivan is an Australian singer-songwriter and actor known for his hit song "Youth." He gained fame through YouTube and talent shows before signing with EMI Australia. His 2014 EP "TRXYE" reached number five on the Billboard 200, boosted by the success of "Happy Little Pill." His debut album, "Blue Neighbourhood," followed in 2015, with "Youth" reaching number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100.
June 1995: Birth of Troye Sivan
Troye Sivan was born in June 1995.
2002: Release of Christina Aguilera's "Dirrty" Music Video
Christina Aguilera released the music video for her song "Dirrty" in 2002, which later served as a direct influence for Troye Sivan's "My My My!" music video.
2006: Performs at Channel Seven Perth Telethon
Troye Sivan showcased his musical talents by performing at the Channel Seven Perth Telethon in 2006.
June 2007: Releases Debut EP "Dare to Dream"
Troye Sivan released his debut EP, "Dare to Dream," in June 2007, marking his first foray into releasing original music.
October 2007: Joining YouTube
Troye Sivan joined YouTube in October 2007.
2007: Performance as Oliver Twist in "Oliver!"
In 2007, Troye Sivan took on the role of Oliver Twist in a production of "Oliver!" at the Regal Theatre.
February 2008: Casting as Young James Howlett in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine"
Troye Sivan was cast as the young James Howlett in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" in February 2008, after his telethon performance videos on YouTube caught a Hollywood agent's attention.
2008: Performs at Channel Seven Perth Telethon
Troye Sivan continued his support for the Channel Seven Perth Telethon with another performance in 2008.
July 2009: Successful Audition for Lead Role in "Spud"
Troye Sivan successfully auditioned for the lead role in "Spud," a film adaptation of John van de Ruit's novel, in July 2009.
2009: Stars in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine"
Troye Sivan appeared as young Wolverine in the film "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" in 2009.
2009: Begins Distance Education
In 2009, Troye Sivan transitioned to distance education.
February 2010: Participates in "We Are the World 25 for Haiti"
In February 2010, Troye Sivan participated in "We Are the World 25 for Haiti," a collaborative music charity video aimed at raising funds for earthquake relief efforts in Haiti.
April 2010: Filming of "Spud" Concludes
Filming for "Spud" in South Africa, where Troye Sivan played the lead role, finished in mid-April 2010.
May 2010: Appearance in "Waiting for Godot"
Troye Sivan appeared in Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot," sharing the role of "Boy" with Craig Hyde-Smith, starting May 28, 2010.
December 2010: "Spud" Premieres in South Africa
"Spud," starring Troye Sivan, was released in South Africa on December 3, 2010, and went on to receive six SAFTAs nominations.
2010: Stars in "Spud" Trilogy
From 2010 onwards, Troye Sivan gained recognition for his leading role in the "Spud" film trilogy.
June 2012: Filming Begins for "Spud 2: The Madness Continues"
Troye Sivan returned to South Africa to begin filming "Spud 2: The Madness Continues" in June 2012.
September 2012: Start of Vlogging on YouTube
Troye Sivan started creating and posting vlogs on his YouTube channel in September 2012.
June 2013: Secret Signing with EMI Australia
While his signing was kept under wraps, June 2013 marked a significant step in Troye Sivan's career as he officially joined EMI Australia.
June 2013: Release of "Spud 2: The Madness Continues"
"Spud 2: The Madness Continues," featuring Troye Sivan, premiered in South Africa on June 21, 2013.
August 2013: Public Coming Out
Troye Sivan publicly came out as gay on August 7, 2013, via a YouTube video, three years after coming out to his family.
2013: Signs with EMI Australia
In 2013, Troye Sivan signed with EMI Australia, a major career move for the young artist.
July 2014: Releases Single "Happy Little Pill"
The release of "Happy Little Pill" in July 2014 marked Troye Sivan's emergence as a notable artist, with the song garnering significant airplay and chart success.
August 2014: Releases EP "TRXYE" with Lead Single "Happy Little Pill"
In August 2014, Troye Sivan released his EP "TRXYE," featuring the popular single "Happy Little Pill," which gained widespread recognition.
November 2014: Release of "Spud 3: Learning to Fly"
Troye Sivan reprised his role in the third installment of the "Spud" series, "Spud 3: Learning to Fly," released on November 28, 2014.
2014: Releases EP "TRXYE"
Troye Sivan released his breakthrough EP, "TRXYE," in 2014, which garnered significant attention and charted successfully.
2014: Concludes Role in "Spud" Trilogy
Troye Sivan's involvement in the "Spud" film trilogy concluded in 2014.
September 2015: Releases EP "Wild" and "Blue Neighbourhood" Music Video Trilogy
September 2015 saw the release of Troye Sivan's EP "Wild" and the commencement of his "Blue Neighbourhood" music video trilogy, showcasing his creative vision and musical direction.
December 2015: Releases Debut Album "Blue Neighbourhood"
Troye Sivan's debut studio album, "Blue Neighbourhood," was released in December 2015, featuring a collection of tracks that resonated with listeners worldwide.
2015: Releases EP "Wild" and Debut Album "Blue Neighbourhood"
Building on his success, Troye Sivan released the EP "Wild" and his debut studio album "Blue Neighbourhood" in 2015, marking a significant period of creative output.
2016: Embarks on "Blue Neighbourhood" and "Suburbia" Tours
Troye Sivan embarked on his "Blue Neighbourhood" and "Suburbia" tours in 2016, bringing his music to fans across various cities and solidifying his stage presence.
May 2017: Collaborates with Martin Garrix on "There for You"
Troye Sivan collaborated with Martin Garrix on the song "There for You" in May 2017, blending their musical styles and expanding their respective audiences.
2017: Receives GLAAD Stephen F. Kolzak Award
In 2017, Troye Sivan was honored with the GLAAD Stephen F. Kolzak Award, recognizing his contributions to LGBTQ+ visibility.
January 2018: Releases Single "My My My!"
Troye Sivan marked a departure from his previous work with the release of the single "My My My!" in January 2018, embracing a more confident and celebratory sound.
May 2018: Releases Singles "Bloom" and "The Good Side"
In May 2018, Troye Sivan released the singles "Bloom" and "The Good Side," further building anticipation for his upcoming album.
August 2018: Releases Album "Bloom"
Troye Sivan's highly anticipated second studio album, "Bloom," was released in August 2018, receiving both critical acclaim and commercial success.
October 2018: Collaborates with Charli XCX on "1999"
Troye Sivan joined forces with Charli XCX in October 2018 for the release of their collaborative single "1999," a nostalgic track that resonated with audiences.
2018: Receives Golden Globe Nomination
Troye Sivan received a Golden Globe nomination in 2018 for Best Original Song for "Revelation" from the film "Boy Erased."
2018: Releases Album "Bloom"
Troye Sivan's second studio album, "Bloom," was released in 2018, achieving both critical acclaim and commercial success.
2018: Face of Valentino's Spring/Summer 2018 Collection
In 2018, Troye Sivan was the face of Valentino's Spring/Summer collection.
2018: Supporting Role in "Boy Erased"
In 2018, Troye Sivan had a supporting role in the film "Boy Erased".
January 2019: Collaborates with Lauv on "I'm So Tired..."
In January 2019, Troye Sivan teamed up with Lauv for the release of their collaborative single "I'm So Tired...," a relatable track that explored themes of exhaustion and heartbreak.
June 2019: Debuts "2099" with Charli XCX
Troye Sivan and Charli XCX debuted their collaborative track "2099" in June 2019, offering a futuristic counterpart to their previous collaboration.
September 2019: Releases "2099" with Charli XCX
Troye Sivan and Charli XCX officially released their collaborative single "2099" in September 2019, solidifying their musical partnership.
2019: Brand Ambassadorship for MAC and Calvin Klein
During 2019, Troye Sivan served as an ambassador for MAC's Viva Glam campaign and appeared in Calvin Klein's #MyCalvins and #CK50 campaigns.
April 2020: Releases Single "Take Yourself Home"
Troye Sivan released the single "Take Yourself Home" in April 2020, the first offering from his forthcoming EP, showcasing a shift in his sonic direction.
July 2020: Release of Self-Directed Music Video for "Easy"
Troye Sivan released a self-directed music video for his song "Easy" from the EP "In a Dream" on July 16, 2020.
August 2020: Releases EP "In a Dream"
Troye Sivan's EP "In a Dream" was released in August 2020, consisting of a collection of introspective tracks exploring themes of love, longing, and self-discovery.
December 2020: Release of "Easy" Remix with Kacey Musgraves and Mark Ronson
A remix of "Easy" featuring Kacey Musgraves and Mark Ronson, along with a new music video, was released in December 2020.
December 2020: Ranking in Rolling Stone Australia's "50 Greatest Australian Artists of All Time"
Troye Sivan was featured at number 34 in Rolling Stone Australia's "50 Greatest Australian Artists of All Time" issue in December 2020.
2020: Becoming a Cartier Ambassador
Troye Sivan became a Cartier ambassador in 2020.
2020: Releases EP "In a Dream"
Troye Sivan's EP "In a Dream" was released in 2020, showcasing his continued evolution as a musician.
February 2021: Release of Uniqlo Capsule Collection
Troye Sivan's capsule t-shirt collection, designed in collaboration with Uniqlo, was released in February 2021.
April 2021: Releases "You" with Regard and Tate McRae
The collaborative single "You," featuring Troye Sivan, Regard, and Tate McRae, was released in April 2021, achieving significant chart success and becoming a popular dance anthem.
September 2021: Appearance in Rihanna's Savage X Fenty Show
Troye Sivan was featured as a model in the third volume of Rihanna's Savage X Fenty Show on September 24, 2021.
November 2021: Casting in HBO's "The Idol"
Troye Sivan was cast as a series regular in HBO's drama series "The Idol" in November 2021.
February 2022: Release of Two Original Songs for "Three Months"
In February 2022, Troye Sivan released two original songs he wrote for the film "Three Months".
December 2022: Release of "You Know What I Need" with PNAU
Troye Sivan collaborated with PNAU to release the song "You Know What I Need" in December 2022.
2022: Starring Role in "Three Months"
Troye Sivan starred as Caleb in the 2022 film "Three Months," portraying a 17-year-old dealing with an HIV diagnosis.
2022: Stars in "Three Months"
Troye Sivan starred in the film "Three Months," which was released in 2022.
July 2023: Announcement of "Tsu Lange Yor" Lifestyle Collection
In July 2023, Troye Sivan revealed plans to launch "Tsu Lange Yor," an independent luxury lifestyle collection featuring fragrances and art-driven objects, named in Yiddish as a tribute to his grandmother and great-grandmother.
July 2023: Announcement of "Something to Give Each Other" and Release of "Rush"
On July 13, 2023, Troye Sivan announced his third studio album, "Something to Give Each Other," releasing the lead single "Rush" on the same day.
July 2023: Release of "Rush" Music Video and Grammy Nomination
The music video for Troye Sivan's "Rush," released in July 2023, garnered widespread praise for its celebration of queer culture and earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Music Video.
August 2023: Cancellation of "The Idol"
"The Idol," the HBO series in which Troye Sivan starred, was canceled in August 2023 after one season.
November 2023: Surpassing 8.1 Million Subscribers on YouTube
By November 2023, Troye Sivan's YouTube channel had amassed over 8.1 million subscribers and 1.9 billion views.
November 2023: Two Grammy Nominations for "Rush"
Troye Sivan received two Grammy nominations for his song "Rush" on November 10, 2023: Best Music Video and Best Pop Dance Recording.
2023: Releases Album "Something to Give Each Other"
In 2023, Troye Sivan released his third album, "Something to Give Each Other," further solidifying his presence in the music industry.
2023: Appears in "The Idol"
Troye Sivan appeared in the HBO series "The Idol," which premiered in 2023.
May 2024: Release of "Honey" with Mura Masa Remixes
On May 16, 2024, Troye Sivan released "Honey," the fourth single from his album "Something to Give Each Other," including remixes by Mura Masa.