Rotas The Rapper
Rodney Goliath (born October 23, 2001), known professionally as Rotas The Rapper,[1] is a South African rapper, singer-songwriter, and actor.[2] He is best known for his performances on the talent show, Maak My Famous hosted by Emo Adams.[3][4]
Rotas The Rapper | |
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 Rotas The Rapper performing on Maak My Famous | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Rodney Goliath |
| Also known as | ROTAS |
| Born | October 23, 2001 Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa |
| Origin | Paarl |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Occupations |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
| Labels | RTR Fanily |
Life and career
[edit]He was born and raised in Groenheuwel, Paarl.[5][6] Goliath gained recognition after participating in the talent show Maak My Famous on kykNET,[7] where he reached the top 10.[2]
In September 20, 2020, Rotas performed in the virtual show Lunchtime Live, alongside with Maak My Famous season one winner, Cheswyn Ruiters.[8]
On August 6, 2020, Rotas performed as a special guest on KKNK Mothership Sessions with Emo Adams.[9]
Goliath graduated at Stellenbosch University in 2023.[10]
Goliath portrayed the role as Gio Lobberts in Arendsvlei (2023–2024).[5][11][12][7][13] He's debut album 4OUR was released on July 11, 2024.[14]
Filmography
[edit]Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018–2024 | Arendsvlei | Gio Lobberts | [15][13][16] |
External links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Sias, Chrislynn (2023-04-16). "Cape rappers making their mark". Independent Online.
- ^ a b Mouton, Rinelda (2023-10-27). "Rotas in the house!". The Namibian. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ "Rotas The Rapper se Maak My Famous-reis eindig". dstv.com (in Afrikaans). 2020-05-28. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ Ohlson, Kelly-Lee (2020-06-01). "Emo is trots op Rotas ná hy tough call maak". son.co.za (in Afrikaans).
- ^ a b Scheepers, Jana (2023-10-27). "Glo aan jouself sê jong akteur van Smartie Town". netwerk24.com (in Afrikaans).
- ^ Michaels, Ross (2021-02-05). "Rodney skitter steeds". netwerk24.com (in Afrikaans). Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ a b Jacobs, Carmen (2023-11-16). "Paarliet leef sy akteursdroom uit". bolanderlifestyle.co.za (in Afrikaans). Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ Jacobs, Wiaam (2020-09-15). "'Maak My Famous' winner Cheswyn to step onto virtual stage this weekend". The South African. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ Raine, Summer (2020-08-05). "Tonight 8pm! Emo Adams on KKNK Mothership Sessions with special guests Omar Adams and Rotas The Rapper". samusicnews.co.za. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ Miller, Sergio (2024-10-12). "Rapper Rotas vang graad". son.co.za (in Afrikaans). Retrieved 2023-03-30.
- ^ Hendricks, Colin (2023-10-20). "HG gesels met Maak my famous se Rotas The Rapper wat 1ste rol in Arendsvlei losslaan". netwerk24.com (in Afrikaans).
- ^ September, Earl (2023-10-20). "Rodney is weer terug". son.co.za (in Afrikaans).
- ^ a b "Maak my famous en nou Arendsvlei se Rodney: 'Als het uitgewerk soos dit moes' – Arendsvlei". dstv.com (in Afrikaans). Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ 4Our by Rotas the Rapper on Apple Music, 2024-06-11, retrieved 2024-10-12
- ^ Arendsvlei (TV Series 2018–2024). Retrieved 2024-10-12 – via m.imdb.com.
- ^ "Arendsvlei | Season 6 | TVSA". www.tvsa.co.za. Retrieved 2024-10-12.