Bretman Rock: 19 facts about the YouTuber you probably never knew

1. Everything you need to know about Bretman Rock.

We know Bretman Rock is a hugely talented makeup artist and mega-famous YouTuber – but how well do you *really* know him? Discover all the details about Bretman Rock's life that you probably never knew… [@bretmanrock via Instagram]

2. How old is Bretman Rock?

Bretman Rock was born on 31 July 1998, which makes him 21-years-old. [Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for NYFW: The Shows]

3. How tall is Bretman Rock?

Bretman Rock is 5 feet and 8 inches tall (1.76m). [Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic]

4. Where is Bretman Rock from? What is his nationality?

Bretman Rock was born in the Philippines (but he said he's not exactly sure where in his 'Get To Know Me Tag' video in 2015) but his family relocated to Hawaii. [@bretmanrock via Instagram]

5. What is Bretman Rock's real name?

Bretman Rock's real name is…Bretman Rock. However, Rock is his middle name. Bretman's full name is Bretman Rock Sacayanan Laforga. In 2015, Bretman told KITV that his father chose his unusual moniker. He said: "My dad was obsessed with wrestlers, and he liked Bret Hart and The Rock, so that's how he got Bretman Rock." [Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for NYFW: The Shows]

6. What is Bretman Rock's ethnicity?

Bretman Rock is Asian (Filipino). He also has Portuguese ancestry from his father's side. [@bretmanrock via Instagram]

7. What is Bretman Rock's star sign?

Bretman Rock's birthday falls on 31 July, which makes him a Leo. [Emma McIntyre/E! Entertainment/NBCU Photo Bank]

8. Who is Bretman Rock's boyfriend? Who is he dating?

Bretman Rock has had a boyfriend for a while now but he has never publicly revealed his identity. We don't know exactly when they started dating but on Valentine's Day 2018 (14 Feb), Bretman shared a post in his boyfriend's arms. Since then, Bretman has referenced having a boyfriend on Instagram and his voice has even been heard in the background of his Instagram Stories. However, Bretman keeps his face private. [@bretmanrock via Instagram]

9. What is Bretman Rock's net worth?

According to Nailbuzz, Bretman Rock is worth an estimated $1.2 million. [Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for NYFW: The Shows]

10. Where does Bretman Rock live?

Bretman Rock still lives in Hawaii, where he was raised. [Bretman Rock via YouTube]

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11. Are Bretman Rock and Nikita Dragun related?

No, Bretman Rock and YouTuber Nikita Dragun are not related. The duo are just incredibly close friends and have referred to each other as brother and sister. [@nikita_dragun via Instagram]

12. Does Bretman Rock have any brothers or sisters? Who is Princess Mae?

Bretman Rock has an older brother and younger sister, Princess Mae. Princess Mae (b. 27 May 2000) is also a YouTuber and influencer. The 19-year-old regularly features on Bretman's YouTube channel and she currently has over 1 million subscribers on her own YouTube channel. [Bretman Rock via YouTube]

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13. Who is Bretman Rock's niece Cleo?

Bretman Rock's adorable niece Cleo is the daughter of Princess Mae. Cleo, three, regularly features on Bretman's Instagram page and she even has one of her own (@cleoamoreamiotonu) with 1.2 million followers. [@bretmanrock via Instagram]

14. Who is Bretman Rock's dad?

In November 2019, Bretman Rock's father Edmund Laforga sadly passed away after falling into a coma. Bretman was forced to ask fans to coming to his home and requesting photos following his father's death. Some also attended his father's funeral without being invited. [@maelovesyouu via Instagram]

15. Is Bretman Rock gay?

Bretman Rock is openly gay. In May 2019, he graced the cover of Gay Times for the Pride Month issue. [@bretmanrock via Instagram]

16. How did Bretman Rock get famous?

Bretman Rock got his big break on YouTube while he was still at school, joining the platform in 2012. He quickly became known for his hilarity and makeup videos. He then graduated to Instagram where he built up a loyal following. He has since gone on to collaborate with makeup brands like ColourPop and Morphe. [Bretman Rock via YouTube]

17. What is Bretman Rock's YouTube channel?

Bretman Rock's YouTube channel is just 'Bretman Rock'. He currently has almost 7 million subscribers on the platform. [Bretman Rock via YouTube]

18. Where can I buy Bretman Rock merch?

Bretman Rock launched his own line of merch – Da Baddest Merch (www.dabaddestmerch.com) – to celebrate turning 21 in 2019. Unlike other YouTubers, Bretman isn't selling a traditional hoodie. His merch store sells grinders, rolling papers, metal straws and lighters. A portion of proceeds are donated to the Aloha Aina Support Fund, a Hawaiian wildllife charity that helps save turtles. [www.dabaddestmerch.com]