August 2020

August 2020 was a life-changing month for Omar Rudberg, marking the exact moment his career shifted from Swedish pop singer to international star.

The Big News: Casting as Simon

On August 20, 2020, Omar officially received the news that he had landed the role of Simon Eriksson in the Netflix series Young Royals.

• His Reaction: He famously shared his excitement on social media, saying he felt like he was "dreaming awake."
• The Connection: This was also the month he first met his co-star Edvin Ryding during the final stages of the casting process, beginning their well-known friendship.