With a net worth of $20 million, Rohan Marley has created his reputation and wealth as a Jamaican entrepreneur, producer, and a former football player. What makes him stand out the most is because he is the son of the late reggae star Bob Marley.
As a football player, Rohan played for Ottawa Rough Riders, a Canadian Football League in the mid-1990s. He currently helps in running 1Love, the Marley family’s charitable organization and he is also the co-founder of a clothing line. As we talk about him, we will share insights about his early life and career while also mentioning details about his family.
Who is Rohan Marley?
Rohan Markey, the son to the late Bob Markey, was born on May 19, 1972. His birth name is Rohan Anthony Marley and he was born in Kingston, Jamaica. He is the son of Bob Marley and Janet Hunt. Notably, Rohan’s mother was only 16 years when he was born.
Growing up, Rohan lived with his mother on and off. His father died in 1981 due to cancer and this pushed Rohan to live with his paternal grandmother, Cedella Booker, in Miami, Florida.
Regarding his education background, Rohan attended Miami Palmetto Senior High School where he graduated in 1991. He then enrolled at the University of Miami School of Business. While at the University, he was part of the school’s football team and played linebacker.
Rohan Marley’s Career
Rohan played professional football for Ottawa Rough Riders in 1995. He then co-founded “organic coffee plantation and sustainable farming business” in the Blue Mountains of Jamaica. The company then went public in 2011 under a new name, Jammin Java.
Rohan is also the founder of the RoMarley Beach house in Mexico. The Beach House was described by Haute Living as an “elevated beach club that offers mouthwatering food…endless music for the hotel’s guests.”
Between 2018 to 2019, Marley starred on the Canadian docuseries “A Taste of Marley.” The show allowed Marley to explore the food and music of his native Jamaica.
Rohan Marley’s Personal Life
Rohan married Geraldine Khawly on March 18, 1993 during his sophomore year in college. The couple welcomed their daughter in 1994 and a son in 1995. They then divorced in 1996. Rohan’s son played football at Tulane University before later signing with the Washington Redskins in 2017.
In 1996 Marley met musician Lauryn Hill and they fell in love. The two then welcomed five children together. One of their children, daughter Selah is a fashion model and a singer. She has graced magazine covers such as “wonderland,” “Flaunt,” etc.
Marley also married model Barbara Fialho in Brazil on March 23, 2019. They then welcomed a daughter a few months later but ended up separating in early 2013.
Rohan Marley’s Net Worth
Rohan’s wealth is estimated based on all his dealings as an entrepreneur, producer, and a former football player. Through his income sources, he has managed to have an estimated net worth of $20 million.
