Roland Abante “Bunot”

Roland Abante “Bunot” Wiki, Biography, Age, Wife, Net Worth, Family, AGT Songs & More

 

Roland Abante, also known as Bunot, is a Filipino singer and songwriter who rose to fame after his viral video of singing Michael Bolton’s “To Love Somebody” in 2014. He has since appeared on various TV shows and performed in concerts around the world.

He is also a contestant on the 2023 season of America’s Got Talent (AGT), where he impressed the judges and the audience with his powerful voice and humble personality.

Age & Biography

Roland Abante, widely known by his stage name Bunot, is a Filipino singer and songwriter. He was born on August 3, 1978, in Oslob, Cebu City, Philippines. As of 2023, he is 45 years old. Bunot gained popularity through his performances on various talent shows and social media platforms. Despite starting his singing career later in life, his unique and powerful vocals have captivated audiences worldwide.

 

Roland Abante Bunot’s journey began to gain momentum when he joined the popular Filipino TV show, “It’s Showtime,” where he showcased his talent as a gifted singer. His exceptional voice, combined with his humble and down-to-earth personality, quickly won the hearts of viewers. Bunot became an internet sensation when a video of him singing Michael Bolton’s “To Love Somebody” went viral on YouTube, accumulating millions of views.

Family Background & Parents

Roland Abante grew up in a poor family with his parents and siblings. His father was a fisherman and his mother was a housewife. He developed a passion for singing at a young age and learned to play the guitar by himself. He used to sing at local events and karaoke bars to earn some money and entertain people.

Roland with family

Roland Abante’s Marriage, Wife & Kids

Roland Abante is married to Sethland Abante, whom he met in 2009. They tied the knot twice: once in a civil wedding ceremony on August 29, 2010, and again in a formal church wedding in 2015. They have two children together: a son named Roland Jr. and a daughter named Rolanda.

 

Roland Abante BIO/WIKI

Full Name	Roland Abante
AKA	Bunot
Birthday	August 3, 1978
Age	45 years old (as of 2023)
Birthplace	Oslob, Cebu City, Philippines
Zodiac Sign	Leo
Profession	Singer & Songwriter
Marital Status	Married
Wife	Sethland Abante
Wedding	Initially, on August 29, 2010, in a civil wedding ceremony, and again in 2015, in a formal church wedding
Height	5 feet 4 inches (162 cm)
Weight	65 kilograms
Hair Color	Black
Eye Color	Black
Father	Mr. Abante
Mother	Mrs. Abante
Siblings	Will update
Net Worth	$500K (approx.)
Education	Graduate
Alma Mater	Local High School
Ethnicity	Mixed (Asian)
Nationality	Filipino
Religion	Christian

Singing Career

Roland Abante’s singing career took off when he uploaded a video of himself singing “To Love Somebody” by Michael Bolton on YouTube in 2014. The video went viral and garnered millions of views and comments from netizens who praised his voice and compared him to Bolton. He was dubbed “Bunot”, which means coconut husk in Filipino, because of his hairstyle.

Roland Abante is a singer

The video also caught the attention of celebrities and media outlets who invited him to perform on their shows. He appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Voice Philippines, ASAP Natin ‘To, Wish 107.5 Bus, and many more. He also collaborated with other singers such as Charice Pempengco, Arnel Pineda, Regine Velasquez, and Gary Valenciano.

 

 

America’s Got Talent (AGT)

In 2023, Roland Abante auditioned for America’s Got Talent (AGT), the popular talent show that showcases various acts from different genres and backgrounds. He sang “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” by Aerosmith and received a standing ovation from the judges and the audience.

Roland Abante appeared in AGT

He also earned four yeses from Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Sofia Vergara, and Howie Mandel, who praised his voice and charisma. He advanced to the next round of the competition and is expected to perform again soon.

Net Worth/Income

Roland Abante’s net worth is estimated to be around $500K as of 2023. He earns money from his singing career, endorsements, concerts, and online platforms. He has signed a record deal with Star Music Philippines and has released several albums and singles such as “Bunot”, “Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin”, “Hanggang Ngayon”, “Kahit Isang Saglit” and “You Are My Everything”.

Roland with his wife Sethland Abante

Social Media

Roland Abante is also active on social media where he connects with his fans and updates them about his life and career. He has accounts on TikTok (@rolandabante), Instagram (@rolandabante), Facebook (RolandAbanteAKABunot), and YouTube (@RolandAbante/videos). He has millions of followers across these platforms who support him and love his music.

Abante’s Instagram account

Facts About Roland Abante

• Roland was born on August 3, 1978, in Cebu City, Philippines.
• He is married to Sethland Abante and they have a son named Grake, who also loves to sing.
• He used to work as a fisherman in the morning and a motorcycle taxi driver in the afternoon in his hometown.
• Roland loves to sing karaoke and often performs at local bars and events.
• He auditioned for America’s Got Talent in 2023 and received a standing ovation from the judges and the audience for his rendition of “When A Man Loves A Woman” by Michael Bolton.
• He said that being on America’s Got Talent was his lifelong dream and that Simon Cowell was his favorite judge.
• He advanced to the next round of the competition with four yeses from the judges.
• Roland previously competed in the “Tawag ng Tanghalan” segment of It’s Showtime, a popular Filipino variety show, in 2017 and 2018.

Roland Abante with his friends

• Abante also appeared on other Filipino TV shows such as Gandang Gabi, Vice!, ASAP, and Wish 107.5 Bus.
• He has collaborated with other Filipino singers such as Arnel Pineda, the lead vocalist of Journey, and Charice Pempengco, a former Glee star.
• Roland is known for his soulful voice and his ability to hit high notes with ease.
• He is influenced by singers such as Michael Bolton, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, and Mariah Carey.
• Roland has a YouTube channel where he uploads his covers of various songs and his original compositions.
• Roland has a Facebook page where he interacts with his fans and shares update about his life and career.
• He hopes to inspire other aspiring singers with his story and talent.