Nova Leigh Paholek, better known by her stage name Nova Rockafeller, is a Canadian independent rapper, singer, songwriter, and music video director.
Her career took a major turn when she signed with Def Jam in 2015. Her single “Made in Gold” became a hit, charting in the top 20 of Sirius Top Hits and earning her appearances in hit movies and TV shows.
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- Full name: Nova Leigh Paholek
- Stage name: Nova Rockafeller
- Date of Birth: July 22, 1988
- Age: 36
- Birthplace: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian
- Occupation: Canadian rapper and singer
- Height: Unknown
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Paholek
- Siblings: Terry Paholek.
- Partner: Tom McDonald
- Children: 1
- Relationship: Dating
- Net worth: $2 million
Early life and education
Nova Leigh Paholek was born on July 22, 1988, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
She was raised by her parents who can be referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Paholek, although their names are unknown. Nova has a brother named Terry Paholek.
Unfortunately, Nova did not complete high school as she dropped out in her teens.
During this time, she faced significant challenges, including a period of homelessness while living in Edmonton.
Nova’s ethnic background is Canadian-Jamaican, and details of her religious beliefs are unknown.
Profession
Nova Rockafeller was surrounded by music from a young age, as her father and brother, Terry Paholek, were deeply involved in the Edmonton music scene and operated a home studio.
Rockefeller began rapping at the age of 15 in a group home, and during a party with other rappers she gave herself the nickname “The New Rockefeller.”
In 2011, Rockefeller released her debut album, Insufficient Funds, which chronicled six months of her life. The following year, her song “Call Me (BAT MAN) 347-574-7192” was featured on the front page of The Pirate Bay as part of “The Promo Bay” initiative, available for free download.
In 2015, Rockefeller signed with Def Jam Records and her career took off, with her hit single “Made in Gold” charting in the top 20 of Sirius Top Hits and appearing in hit movies and TV shows.
Touring with big-name bands like Set It Off and All Time Low and performing at major festivals helped solidify Rockefeller’s status as a rising star.
Most recently, Rockefeller released her first solo single in over two years, “Hey You,” in 2021, teasing the upcoming release of her latest album, Scared of Heights. The “Hey You” music video garnered over 250,000 views in one day, further demonstrating Rockefeller’s growing popularity and fan base.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @novarockafeller
- Facebook account: Nova Rockafeller
- Twitter account: Nova Rockafeller
Personal life
Nova Rockefeller is dating Canadian rapper Tom MacDonald. The couple started dating in 2017 and have been together ever since.
They even formed a music band together called GFBF. Nova Rockefeller and Tom McDonald had a child, but the child’s name is unknown.
Discography
- *Alexander McQueen
- *fall back
- * Graves
- *morphine
- *tragic
- *Boy Keeling
- *Just things
- *We are here
net worth
Famous musician Nova Rockafeller’s net worth is estimated to be around $2 million.
In addition to her musical endeavors, the majority of Rockefeller’s wealth came from the sales of her music albums, which were well received by fans and critics alike.
Rockefeller has also leveraged her popularity to expand into the merchandise market, offering a range of products bearing her name and brand, such as hats, T-shirts, hoodies, shoes, jewelry and other items.
The diversification of her income sources has further contributed to the growth of her net worth over the years.
