Biography
Bobby van Jaarsveld (born March 6, 1987), formally known as Pieter van Jaarsveld, is a South African pop singer-songwriter and actor. He performs most time in the Afrikaans language.
Van Jaarsveld appeared in the Afrikaans film Liefling – Die Movie in November 2010. He began to sing professionally in high school.
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| Full Name: | Pieter van Jaarsveld |
| Other name: | Bobby van Jaarsveld |
| Born: | March 6, 1987 (age 36 years old) |
| Place of birth: | Paarl, Western Cape |
| Nationality: | South African |
| Education: | Brits High School |
| Spouse: | Annatjie Rheeders (m. 2011) |
| Children: | Armani van Jaarsveld, Sion van Jaarsveld, Leben van Jaarsveld |
| Siblings: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Singer, songwriter, actor, model |
| Label: | Coleske Artists |
| Year active: | 2001-date |
| Net worth: | $4 million |
Early life
Pieter van Jaarsveld was born on March 6, 1987, in Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa. He has two sisters and is the second child of his parents.
One of his sisters, Karlien van Jaarsveld, is a singer-songwriter. He was nicknamed Bobby after his biological father. He began to sing at the age of 14
Education
Bobby attended many primary schools in South Africa. He matriculated from Brits High School.
Career
While in high school, he started music professionally. He received a singing record offer and dropped his debut solo album in his last year.
Bobby has bagged several awards, and in 2016 he added to his awards collection. He bagged the award for Best Newcomer at the Huisgenoot Tempo Awards.
The singer received three nominations from Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees, Vonk, and Huisgenoot Tempo magazine. He performed at the Skouspel Extravaganza hosted at Sun City until 2011.
Theuns Jordaan Productions offered him a recording contract in 2006. He dropped his debut album ‘n Duisend Ure, the same year and made sales reaching gold status.
Bobby released his second album Net Vir Jou in 2009 and was the writer and composer of each of the tracks. It housed hit tracks like Spieëltjie and Net Vir Jou.
In early 2010, he received the Viewers’ Favourite Artist award for 2001 on DKNT. His song Spieëltjie won Best Afrikaans Song at the Huisgenot Tempo and the Vonk Awards.
In 2012, he dropped another album, Wat Geld Nie Kan Koop Nie, and Maak ‘n Wens followed in 2014. Aside from music, he has made several appearances in movie productions.
In November 2010, Bobby played the lead character in the Afrikaans film Liefling – Die Movie. Hartiwood Studios South Africa released the production.
In 2013, he starred in the film As Jy Sing. Bobby has also graced local television shows. In January 2016, he was a judge on the singing competition show, The Voice SA.
Social Profiles
Van Jaarsveld has several verified accounts on social media. He uses these platforms to promote his songs, travels, lifestyle, and more. He has a website where he uploads his albums, videos, and photos.
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Personal Life
Bobby van Jaarsveld married Annatjie van Jaarsveld in January 2011. He is a father of three; two sons, Sion van Jaarsveld and Leben van Jaarsveld, and a daughter Armani van Jaarsveld.
Bobby and his family moved to Ballito after leaving their home in Pretoria in 2018. He is a professed Christian.
Net Worth
Bobby van Jaarsveld has been in the entertainment industry since 2001 and has dropped many songs. As a singer, he earns from music sales, airplay, streams, and collaborations with other artists.
The Afrikaans singer has also earned a fortune as a brand ambassador for Jaguar South Africa, Diamonds Resorts, and Kalahari Lifestyle. He has an estimated net worth of $4 million as of January 2023.
Discography
Studio albums
- Duisend Ure (2006)
- Net Vir JouRelease (2009)
- Wat Geld Nie Kan Koop Nie (2012)
- Maak ‘n Wens (2014)
- Die Eerste 10 jaar (2015)
Singles
- Spieëltjie
- Net vir jou
- Kyk Waar is ons Nou
- ‘n Vrou wil dit hoor
- My Alles
- Een vir Een
- HOLY
- Sprokie feat. Early B
Filmography
- Liefling – Die Movie (2010)
- As Jy Sing (2013)
Awards
| Year | Sponsor | Award |
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| 2006 | Huisgenoot Tempo Toekennings | Beste Nuweling |
| 2010 | KykNet DKNT | Gunsteling Kunstenaar vir 2009 |
| SAMA Toekennings | Beste Afrikaanse Kontemporêre Album: Net Vir Jou | |
| Huisgenoot Tempo Toekennings | Beste Afrikaanse Liedjie: Spieëltjie | |
| Beste Afrikaanse Kontemporêre Album: Net Vir Jou | ||
| Vonk Toekennings | Beste Manlike Kunstenaar | |
| Beste Afrikaanse Kontemporêre Album: Net vir jou | ||
| Beste Oorspronklike Liedjieskrywer | ||
| Beste Afrikaanse Liedjie: Spieëltjie | ||
| 2011 | MK Toekennings | Beste Solo Album: Net Vir Jou |
| Beste Kontemporêre Liedjie: Spieëltjie | ||
| Huisgenoot Tempo Toekennings | Mees Gewilde Manlike Kunstenaar | |
| Jacaranda 94.2 Toekennings | Mees Gewilde Manlike Kunstenaar | |
| 2012 | Ghoema-toekennings | Liedjie van die Jaar: Kan Ek Met Jou Praat |
| 90.6 FM Stereo Toekennings | Top 15 Kunstenaar | |
| Huisgenoot Tempo Toekennings | Mees Gewilde Manlike Kunstenaar | |
| 2013 | Ghoema-toekennings | Beste Musiekvideo: ‘n Vrou Wil Dit Hoor |
| Beste Manlike Kontemporêre Album: Wat Geld Nie Kan Koop Nie | ||
| Manlike Kunstenaar van die Jaar | ||
| Liedjie van die Jaar: ‘n Vrou Wil Dit Hoor | ||
| Huisgenoot Tempo Toekennings | Album van die Jaar – Wat Geld Nie Kan Koop Nie | |
| Musiekvideo van die Jaar – ‘n Vrou Wil Dit Hoor | ||
| Liedjie van die Jaar – ‘n Vrou Wil Dit Hoor |