Lil Nas X
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Montero Lamar Hill (born April 9, 1999), known by his stage name Lil Nas X, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. He rose to prominence with the release of his country rap single "Old Town Road", which first achieved viral popularity in early 2019 before climbing music charts internationally and becoming diamond certified by November of that same year, moving over ten million certified units in streaming and sales combined. Lil Nas X was the most-nominated male artist at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, where he ultimately won awards for Best Music Video and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. "Old Town Road" earned him two MTV Video Music Awards including Song of the Year, and the American Music Award for Favorite Rap/Hip Hop Song; Lil Nas X is also the first openly LGBT Black artist to win a Country Music Association award. Time named him as one of the 25 most influential people on the Internet in 2019, and he was named on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in 2020. On April 26, 2022, he announced his first concert tour, the Long Live Montero Tour. The tour was in support of Montero, and began in September 2022 and ran through January 2023.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lil Nas X reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Lil Nas X's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lil Nas X remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lil Nas X: Unlikely Cowboy, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lil Nas X Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lil Nas X's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lil Nas X.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Opus | Moretti Superfan #2 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Chris Rock: Road To Live Special | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Lil Nas X Lollapalooza São Paulo | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Lil Nas X: Unlikely Cowboy | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Madame X Presents: Madame Xtra Q&A | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Amazon Music: Holiday Plays - Miley Cyrus | Self - Host | Super Hit | Similar → |
Lil Nas X - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lil Nas X?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lil Nas X is "Lil Nas X: Unlikely Cowboy" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Lil Nas X acted in?
Lil Nas X has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lil Nas X?
Other notable films include "Amazon Music: Holiday Plays - Miley Cyrus", "Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé", and "Madame X Presents: Madame Xtra Q&A".