Rodrigo Marim Biography: Age, Family, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Selfie, Wife, Kids, TikTok

Biography

Rodrigo Marim is a renowned Brazilian sertanejo singer and songwriter born on March 27, 1989, in São Paulo, Brazil (raised in areas like Vinhedo).

He began his music career at age 16 by co-founding the duo Rodrigo y Ryan.

Known for hit singles such as “De Calcinha E Camiseta“, “Doidona Na Pista“, and “Foi Ficando Sério“, he blends traditional Brazilian sounds with modern influences, earning a large fanbase in Brazil.

With millions of followers on social media and streams on platforms like Spotify and YouTube, Marim continues to release music and perform live.

Brazilian singer and songwriter
Rodrigo Marim
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Rodrigo Carvalho Marim
Stage Name:	Rodrigo Marim
Born:	27 March 1989 (age 36 years old)
Place of Birth:	Vinhedo, São Paulo, Brazil
Nationality:	Brazilian
Education:	N/A
Height:	1.82 m
Parents:	Antônio Marim, Maria Carvalho Marim
Siblings:	N/A
Spouse:	Franciele Olivato
Girlfriend • Partner:	Not Dating
Children:	Mariana Marim
Occupation:	Singer • Songwriter
Net Worth:	$2 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Rodrigo Carvalho Marim was born on March 27, 1989, in Vinhedo, a city in the interior of São Paulo state, Brazil.

Raised in a close-knit family of Italian and Portuguese descent—reflecting the surname Marim‘s European roots—he grew up in an environment rich with musical traditions and family gatherings.

His parents, Antônio Marim and Maria Carvalho Marim, encouraged his early interest in music, with his father playing a particularly influential role in nurturing his talent through family festivities and performances.

As an only child with no siblings, Rodrigo received undivided support from his Catholic family, where faith played a central role in daily life and values. He showed musical promise from a young age, joining the choir at Colégio Divino Salvador in nearby Jundiaí at age seven and often performing solos.

By around age 12, music had become his passion. He later enrolled in a university program in Veterinary Medicine but left at 18 to pursue his singing career full-time. Performing in local bars with strong family backing, he formed his first duo at 16, setting the stage for his success in sertanejo.

Career

Rodrigo Marim began his professional path in music in 2005 at the age of 16, forming the sertanejo duo Rodrigo & Ryan. The pair performed locally for roughly a year before Marim stepped back to concentrate on his studies.

By 2007, at 18, he made a decisive commitment to music, leaving his Veterinary Medicine program and launching a solo career built on performances in bars and small venues throughout São Paulo’s interior, where he gradually cultivated a loyal regional following.

His career took an unexpected turn in late 2014 when a viral internet meme falsely labeled him a “sequestrador” targeting women. What could have been damaging instead became a catalyst for national exposure, rapidly boosting his social media presence and turning him into a widely recognized figure, with fans playfully embracing the joke.

Capitalizing on the moment, Marim released the EP O Sequestrador in 2015 through Universal Music, with the title track emerging as a breakout success.

The surge in popularity propelled a series of well-received singles, including De Calcinha E Camiseta, Doidona Na Pista, Foi Ficando Sério, Estilo Bang-Bang, and O Jogo Virou.

In 2017, he documented his strong live appeal with the DVD Rodrigo Marim Ao Vivo, recorded in São Paulo, which showcased his distinctive “romantic-naughty” persona blending classic sertanejo influences with a modern edge.

Marim toured extensively across Brazil and also performed in Europe and the United States, earning accolades, including recognition at the Portuguese Brazilian Awards in 2018.

His music accumulated millions of streams on platforms like Spotify and YouTube, supported by a growing fanbase drawn to his stage presence and image. Collaborations with artists including Pedro Paulo & Alex, as well as tracks like Neném and Embolou, sustained his momentum.

At one stage, Marim announced a step back from frequent live performances and new releases to focus on family life with his wife, model Franciele Olivato, emphasizing personal priorities. Despite this shift, he has remained musically active, releasing both original material and covers throughout 2025.

These include acoustic, country-inspired renditions such as Dive, Fast Car, Cozy, C’mon Cowgirl, and Mama Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys, shared primarily via YouTube and streaming platforms.

Social Media

• Instagram: Rodrigo Marim (@rodrigomarim)
• Facebook: RODRIGO MARIM (@cantorrodrigomarim)
• Twitter: Rodrigo Marim (@rodrigomarim) / X
• YouTube: RODRIGO MARIM OFICIAL

Personal Life

Rodrigo Marim is 36 years old, having been born on March 27, 1989.

He is married to model Franciele Olivato, with whom he maintains a discreet but loving relationship.

The couple welcomed their first child, daughter Mariana Marim, in September 2019, and later expanded their family with additional children, finding great joy in parenthood that influenced his decision to prioritize family over extensive touring.

Standing at approximately 1.82 meters (6 feet) tall, with striking blue eyes and a muscular build honed by activities such as boxing, Marim‘s physical presence contributed to his appeal as a performer and public figure.

Net Worth

Rodrigo Marim‘s net worth is estimated at $2 million. This figure is based on his earnings during the peak of his sertanejo music career, including revenue from hit singles, live performances, album sales, streaming royalties, and a record deal with Universal Music following his viral fame in 2015.

At his height, he reported grossing around R$100,000 per month from shows (approximately $20,000–$30,000 USD at the time, depending on exchange rates), though after expenses, his take-home was lower.

Since shifting focus to family life and digital marketing ventures as a traffic manager, his music income has decreased. Still, residuals from his catalog and past investments contribute to his accumulated wealth.

Note that celebrity net worth estimates vary across sources and are often speculative, with older reports ranging from $2 million to $ 5 million.

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