Myles Truitt (born February 1, 2002) is an American actor best known for his breakout role as Eli Solinski in Kin. He also plays Ant in Queen Sugar and Issa Williams on Black Lightning.
Biography Myles Truitt became interested in acting at the age of 11. He made his debut as young Ronnie DeVoe in The New Edition Story. He continued acting in minor roles on television until he made his big screen debut in Kin. Truitt felt the role was personal to him stating, "Before I saw the script, I saw the short film...and knowing the story behind it, and how Eli created himself, I knew I wanted the role because I connected with Eli." He appeared on Atlanta as Devin, a boy who experiences bullying. He won the role of Ant on Queen Sugar and appeared in Black Lightning as Issa Williams. Truitt was unfamiliar with the comic book character, but became interested upon appearing in the series.
Filmography YearTitleRoleNotes2017The New Edition StoryYoung Ronnie DeVoeMiniseriesSuperstitionArlo Hastings2 episodes2018JayMalikShort filmAtlantaDevinEpisode: "FUBU"KinEli SolinskiDragged Across ConcreteEthan Johns2018–2019Queen SugarAntRecurring role (season 3); guest role (season 4)Black LightningIssa WilliamsRecurring role (season 2); guest (season 3)2021–2023, 2025BMFB-MickieMain role (season 1–2, 4)2022Stranger ThingsPatrick McKinneyRecurring role (season 4)2025Give Me Back My DaughterCurtis2025A Soulful ChristmasRobert FranklinBET+ Original Film2026Paper MadeTavon Watkins
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