Shameik Moore
The voice of a new generation's Spider-Man, capturing the awkward charm and heroism of a Brooklyn teen.
Born 1995 (age 31)·American actor and musician·Birthday: May 4·Millennials
Biography
Shameik Moore’s career is a testament to the power of authentic, youthful energy. He first turned heads as Malcolm, the geeky protagonist of the coming-of-age film 'Dope,' delivering a performance that was both nerdy and cool. But his defining role came from behind a microphone: as Miles Morales in 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.' Moore didn't just voice the character; he embodied the anxious excitement, rhythmic wit, and burgeoning courage of a teen suddenly thrust into a multiversal crisis. The role made him an icon for a new era of superhero storytelling. He balances this animated alter-ego with live-action work, like portraying Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon, showcasing a versatility rooted in musicality and sharp observational skill. Moore represents a digitally-native, genre-blending generation of actors who move seamlessly between mediums.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Shameik was born in 1995, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Shameik Was Born
The biggest hits of 1995
#1 Movie
Toy Story
Best Picture
Braveheart
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Shameik's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1995Born
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2000Started school
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2008Became a teenager
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Could drive
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2013Could vote
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Turned 21
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2025Turned 30
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 31 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Voiced Miles Morales in the Oscar-winning animated film 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse' (2018) and its sequel.
- Made his breakthrough lead film debut as Malcolm in the Sundance hit 'Dope' (2015).
- Portrayed Wu-Tang Clan member Raekwon in the Hulu series 'Wu-Tang: An American Saga.'
- Released his debut musical album, '30058,' showcasing his R&B and hip-hop influences.
Did You Know?
He is a trained dancer and was part of a teen dance group before acting.
Moore is cousins with actor and singer Jaden Smith.
He provided the voice for the character 'Blue' in the Netflix series 'The Get Down.'
““Miles is just a kid from Brooklyn who’s trying to figure it out. That’s what makes him so relatable.””
