Who is Romelo Montez Hill? Get to know Monical Arnold's son

Who is Romelo Montez Hill? Get to know Monical Arnold's son

Romelo Montez Hill is an American basketball player famous for his impressive performances at the Heritage School in Newnan, Georgia. He is also renowned as the son of Monica Arnold, an American singer, rapper, songwriter, and actress.

Romelo Montez Hill playing basketball
Romelo Montez is a basketball player famous for his work playing for the Heritage School in Newnan, GA. Photo: @Melo1Hill on X (Twitter) (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Romelo was given his middle name, Montez, after his maternal uncle, Montez Arnold.
  • His mother's highest-selling album, The Boy Is Mine, was released in 1998.
  • Hill has two siblings: an elder brother and a younger sister.
  • Montez is a professional basketball player.

Romelo Montez Hill's profile summary

Full nameRomelo Montez Hill
GenderMale
Date of birthJanuary 8, 2008
Age17 years (as of 2025)
Place of birthAtlanta, Georgia
NationalityAmerican
Height5 feet 7 inches
Weight55 kg (approx)
MotherMonica Arnold
FatherRodney 'Rocko' Hill
SiblingsRodney Ramone Hill III, Laiyah Shannon Brown
High schoolOvertime Elite
ProfessionBasketball player
TeamRod Wave Elite
Social mediaInstagram

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Romelo Montez Hill's age and early life

Romelo, whose real name is Romelo Montez Hill (17 years as of 2025), was born in Atlanta, Georgia, in the United States of America, on January 8, 2008. He was named after his maternal uncle, Montez Arnold. Romelo has an elder brother, Rodney Ramone Hill III, born on May 21, 2005, and a younger sister, Laiyah Shannon Brown, born on September 3, 2013.

Romelo Montez Hill playing basketball
Montez Hill has achieved immense success through hard work, dedication, and perseverance. Photo: @romelo on Instagram (modified by author)
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Who is Romelo's mother?

Romelo Hill's mom, Monica Denise Arnold, was born and raised in College Park, Georgia, on October 24, 1980. She is an American singer, rapper, songwriter, and actress.

Singing career

Monica began performing early and joined a travelling gospel choir at 10. She signed with Rowdy Records in 1993 and released her debut studio album, Miss Thang, in 1995. Some of her other albums and hit songs include:

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Albums

  • 1998: The Boy Is Mine
  • 2002: All Eyez on Me
  • 2003: After the Storm
  • 2010: Still Standing
  • 2012: New Life
  • 2024: MDA
  • 2024: Open Road
Singer Monica and Rapper Rocko at Philips Arena
Singer Monica and Rapper Rocko at Philips Arena on June 14, 2008 in Atlanta, Georgia. Photo by Moses Robinson
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Songs

  • 1995: Why I Love You So Much
  • 1995: Don't Take It Personal
  • 2003: So Gone
  • 2006: Everytime Tha Beat Drop
  • 2010: Love All Over Me

Acting career

Monica's fame in music transitioned her into acting. Some of her popular television shows and films include:

  • 1996: Living Single
  • 2000: Boys and Girls
  • 2001: Felicity
  • 2003: American Dreams
  • 2009: Pastor Brown

Who is Romelo Montez Hill's father?

Romelo's dad is Rodney 'Rocko' Hill Jr., born in Atlanta, Georgia, on December 28, 1979. He is an American rapper and record executive who has released several mixtapes, including Gift of Gab, Rocko Dinero, and Wordplay.

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He has also worked with top artists such as Gucci Mane and T.I. and is credited with discovering fellow Atlanta-based rapper Future. Rocko and Monica met in 2004 and split in 2010.

Rapper Rocko and singer Monica Arnold
Rapper Rocko (Rodney Hill Jr.) and singer Monica Arnold at her "Still Standing" TV show premiere at Bocado on October 26, 2009, in Atlanta, Georgia. Photo by Julia Beverly
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What team is Romelo Hill on?

Hill plays professional basketball for the Rod Wave Elite (RWE) of the Overtime Elite. He is famous for his work playing for the Heritage School in Newnan, GA.

How tall is Romelo?

The guard from Atlanta, Georgia, measures 5 feet 7 inches tall. He currently plays for the RWE (Rod Wave Elite)

Romelo Montez Hill is a celebrity child who has defied the odds and accomplished impressive feats in life. He is a professional basketball player who has achieved immense success through hard work, dedication, and perseverance.

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READ ALSO: Monica Arnold's children

Briefly.co.za published an article about Monica Arnold, an American singer, rapper, and on-screen star best known for the singles The Boy Is Mine, Before You Walk Out of My Life, and Angel of Mine. She has received one Billboard Music Video, BET, and Soul Train Music Award.

The hip-hop star shares two sons, Rodney and Romelo Montez Hill, with her ex-fiancée, Rodney Hill. In addition, Monica and her ex-husband, Shannon Brown, have a daughter, Laiyah Shannon Brown. Discover more facts about Monica Arnold's children.

Source: Briefly News

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