In July 2021, Omar Rudberg gave a notable Spanish-language interview on the Miami-based program Chic al Día. The interview focused on his Venezuelan roots and his rapid rise to international fame following the premiere of Young Royals. 

Key Topics Discussed

• Venezuelan Origins: Omar discussed his early life in Venezuela and moving to Sweden at age six. He mentioned how his mother would film him singing as a child and upload the videos to YouTube, which eventually led to his discovery by a boy band management team.
• Transition to Solo Artist: He explained his decision to leave his former band, FO&O, to pursue a solo career where he could integrate his Latin heritage through Spanish-language music and reggaetón.
• "Dum" (Doom): Omar credited his 2020 single "Dum" as a major breakthrough in Sweden, noting that Swedish audiences resonated with its themes of love and heartbreak.
• Young Royals Casting: He described the intense two-month casting process for the Netflix series that began the previous summer, leading to his lead role as Simon.
• Cultural Identity: Omar highlighted the challenge of making Latin music in Sweden, a market traditionally dominated by Pop and Hip Hop, and expressed his commitment to representing his Venezuelan identity.