Sage Gabriel Carlos Atreyu Elsesser, known as Sage Elsesser or Navy Blue, is a multifaceted American skateboarder, rapper, record producer, visual artist, and model who blends hip-hop, skate culture, and fashion.
His introspective music and global influence in streetwear make him a proud symbol of American creativity and resilience.
Early Life & Education
Sage Elsesser was born on January 31, 1997, in Los Angeles, California.
His mother, Anedra Shockley–Elsesser, is African-American and a practicing Buddhist, while his father, George Elsesser Carrasco, is of Chilean-Swiss descent, giving Sage a rich multicultural heritage. His ethnicity is a mix of African-American, Chilean, and Swiss, reflecting the diverse American spirit.
No information is available about his religion, though he was raised in a household influenced by his mother’s Buddhist practices.
Sage grew up with two sisters, Paloma and Ama Elsesser, both models, and a half-sister, Kanyessa McMahon, a director and producer.
His grandfather introduced him to literature, sparking his love for storytelling through music. At 17, his mother sent him to a boarding school on Long Island, New York, where he immersed himself in skateboarding and hip-hop, laying the groundwork for his unique artistic path.
Sage Elsesser attended boarding school on Long Island, New York, starting at age 17, but specific details about the institution or his graduation are not publicly available.
His education took a backseat to his skateboarding and music careers, which he pursued professionally from a young age.
Career
Sage Elsesser began skateboarding professionally in 2009, turning pro at 17 in 2014 with Fucking Awesome (FA), earning his first custom board.
Sponsored by Converse and Supreme, he appeared in their skate videos, including Converse’s One Star world tour in 2015.
As a rapper and producer under the stage name Navy Blue, he started releasing experimental hip-hop EPs in 2015, collaborating with artists like Earl Sweatshirt, MIKE, Armand Hammer, and Wiki.
He contributed two songwriting credits to Frank Ocean’s 2016 album Blonde and handled art direction for Earl Sweatshirt’s I Don’t Like Shit, I Don’t Go Outside (2015).
In 2020, he founded Freedom Sounds, releasing his debut album Àdá Irin. Other albums include Navy’s Reprise (2021), Song of Sage: Post Panic! (2020), and Ways of Knowing (2023).
As a model, Sage has walked for AMI Paris, Fear of God, and featured in campaigns for Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Nike, and Wales Bonner, appearing on covers of L’Uomo Vogue, i-D, and Justsmile Magazine.
His art, music, and fashion reflect a deep connection to American subcultures, making him a versatile creative force.
Personal Life
Sage Elsesser, 28, is single with no spouse or children. Standing at 180 cm tall, he has a reflective and artistic personality, shaped by his multicultural upbringing and Buddhist-influenced household.
He lives between Los Angeles and New York, staying close to his family, including sisters Paloma and Ama, who are prominent in fashion.
Net Worth
Sage Elsesser’s net worth is estimated between $300,000 and $1,000,000.
His income comes from skateboarding sponsorships (Converse, Supreme, Fucking Awesome), music releases as Navy Blue, modeling for brands like Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, and art direction projects.
Older estimates of $184 million are inaccurate and unverified, likely a miscalculation. His diverse career reflects the American spirit of hustle and creativity.
Discography
Gangster Boogie (EP, 2015) – As Navy Blue
Arcane (EP, 2015) – As Navy Blue
Sage of Osiris (EP, 2016) – As Navy Blue
Blue Skies (EP, 2016) – As Navy Blue
Soul Golden (EP, 2017) – As Navy Blue
From the Heart… (EP, 2018) – As Navy Blue
Àdá Irin (Album, 2020) – As Navy Blue
Song of Sage: Post Panic! (Album, 2020) – As Navy Blue
Navy’s Reprise (Album, 2021) – As Navy Blue
Ways of Knowing (Album, 2023) – As Navy Blue
Memoirs in Armour (Album, 2024) – As Navy Blue
I Don’t Like Shit, I Don’t Go Outside (Album, 2015) – Art Direction for Earl Sweatshirt
Blonde (Album, 2016) – Songwriting Credits for Frank Ocean
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