Ciesay is an American actor, writer, and director who has become widely recognized for his work in various television shows, films, and music videos. He began his career in the early 2000s, appearing in various independent films and music videos.
Ciesay was born in Oakland, California and attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he graduated with a degree in Theater Arts and Performance. After college, he moved to Los Angeles, where he began his career in television. His first major role was on the hit show, 24, where he played the character of Scott Beck. He then went on to appear in other television shows like The Shield, Las Vegas, and Mad Men.
In addition to television, Ciesay has also appeared in several feature films, including the Oscar-winning Moonlight, as well as the critically acclaimed Selma. He has also had supporting roles in the hit movies Contagion and Sicario. In addition, Ciesay has also appeared in several music videos, including Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood” and Drake’s “Take Care.”
In 2017, Ciesay made his directorial debut with the film, A Night in the Woods, which won the Grand Jury Prize at the Tribeca Film Festival. The film was released in theaters in 2018 and was praised by critics, earning him the Independent Spirit Award for Best First Feature. Ciesay is also an accomplished writer, having written the screenplay for the 2018 film, The Miseducation of Cameron Post, which earned him an Independent Spirit Award for Best Screenplay.
Ciesay has continued to work in television, film, and music videos, and he has become one of the most sought-after actors in the industry. He has worked with some of the biggest names in Hollywood, and his work has been praised by critics and fans alike. Ciesay continues to work hard and create great art, and his career is only getting brighter.
