Bobby van Jaarsveld

Bobby van Jaarsveld is a South African Afrikaans singer, songwriter and actor, and one of the most popular figures in contemporary Afrikaans entertainment. He first gained fame through television acting before launching a hugely successful music career, known for romantic Afrikaans pop, catchy melodies and a large, devoted social-media following. A consistent chart and awards presence, he fills venues across the country with energetic, crowd-pleasing live shows. He comes from a musical family — his sister Karlien van Jaarsveld is also a well-known Afrikaans singer.