Miles Caton

Actor, Musician

American Brooklyn, New York

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Musician
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth03/03/2005
Age21 years
BirthplaceBrooklyn, New York

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29/03/2026

Miles Caton was recognized as part of TIME100 Next 2025, a prestigious list highlighting emerging leaders and innovators. The recognition underscores his significant impact as a rising actor and musician in the entertainment industry.

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Bio/Wiki

Profession(s)
  • Actor
  • Musician
SummaryMiles Caton is an American actor and R&B singer who made his feature film debut in Ryan Coogler's 2025 supernatural period film 'Sinners,' where he played the role of Sammie Moore. Known for his work in blues and gospel music, Caton began his musical journey at age two and gained initial recognition through a viral video of him singing Nina Simone's 'Feeling Good' in 2017.

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 6" (168 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

QualificationHigh School Graduate (2023)

Personal Life

ReligionChristianity
TattooOn the Left Arm: A child
PiercingsOn Both Ears: Standard Lobe

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Family

FatherEric Figueroa (pastor)
MotherTiminey Figueroa (gospel singer)
SiblingsBrother - Quincy (elder), Sister - Ella Caton (youngest)
GrandparentsPaternal Grandfather - Eric R. Figueroa Sr. (senior pastor), Paternal Grandmother - Dr. Doreen Figueroa
Other RelativesAunt - Anaysha Figueroa-Cooper (gospel singer)

Career

Debut
As an ActorFilm: Sinners (2025) as 'Sammie Moore'
As a SingerSingle: This Ain't It (2023)
Awards
  • 2025: Best Supporting Actor award for 'Sinners' at the 8th Astra Midseason Movie Awards
  • 2025: 10 Actors To Watch Award by Variety
  • 2025: The Robert R. 'Bobby' McCurdy Memorial Breakthrough Award for 'Sinners' at the 21st Austin Film Critics Association Awards
  • 2025: Ensemble Tribute award for 'Sinners' at the 35th Annual Gotham Film Awards
  • 2025: Best Supporting Actor, Best Ensemble, and Breakthrough awards for 'Sinners' at the Michigan Movie Critics Guild Awards
  • 2025: Best Ensemble Cast award for 'Sinners' at the 25th New York Film Critics Online Awards
  • 2025: Rising Star award for 'Sinners' at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival
  • 2025: Best Youth Performance award for 'Sinners' at the 24th Washington D.C. Area Film Critics Association Awards
  • 2026: Best Young Actor/Actress award for 'Sinners' at the 31st Critics' Choice Awards
Notable Collaborations
  • Toured with artist H.E.R. in 2022
  • Worked with composer Ludwig Göransson on 'Sinners'
Television Appearances
  • NBC's 'Little Big Shots' (2018)
  • The View (2019) - performed with gospel singer Yolanda Adams on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Miles grew up in Brooklyn, New York, in a musically inclined family where everyone could sing or play an instrument.
2. He began his musical journey at the age of two and was particularly inspired by his mother and aunt, both accomplished gospel singers.
3. His rise to fame began with a viral video in 2017 of him singing Nina Simone’s classic 'Feeling Good' after which he gained considerable popularity.
4. In 2018, he showcased his talent on NBC’s 'Little Big Shots' and returned for a holiday special later that year.
5. Caton performed live on 'The View' alongside gospel singer Yolanda Adams on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2019.
6. He completed high school in 2023 before releasing his second single 'Somethin' in 2025.
7. In his film debut 'Sinners,' he portrayed a character connected to supernatural events and learned to play guitar for the role.
8. Miles is also known for being an avid traveler, sharing his adventures on social media.
9. He is adept at playing guitar, specifically in the blues genre.
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