Hometown
South Africa
Genre
Afrikaans
Upcoming
2 shows
About
Jak de Priester, born Jako Roux in Parys in the Free State, is an Afrikaans singer-songwriter, poet and television presenter. He studied at the University of Pretoria and taught French and German, including a period in London, before winning the ATKV Crescendo singing competition in 2002. His albums include Brooklyn Poet (2005), Groen Mamba (2009) and Die Liefde Los 'n Spoor (2011), and his hits include 'Sally Williams Nougat' and 'Groen Mamba'. He composed and performed the theme song for the kykNET soap opera Binnelanders, plus themes for the series '10 uit 10' and 'Reis na Gister'. He has also published poetry collections.
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What is Jak de Priester's real name?
Jak de Priester was born Jako Roux, in Parys in the Free State — so yes, it is a stage name. He traded Roux for de Priester and became one of Afrikaans music's most recognisable singer-songwriters.
When was Jak de Priester born?
Jak de Priester was born on 29 October 1976 — he turned 49 on his birthday in 2025.
How old is Jak de Priester?
Jak de Priester is 49 — born 29 October 1976, he hits the big 50 in October 2026.
What is Jak de Priester's real name?
Jako Roux — born in Parys in the Free State. The stage name came later, and by 2002 it was the one on the ATKV's Crescendo trophy.
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