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About Leon Botha
Leon Botha was a popular South African painter, artist, and disk jockey. As of his death, he was the oldest documented person to have lived with “progeria” – a rare medical condition that causes abnormal accelerated growth in people and often has a life expectancy of no more than 20 years.
Early life
Botha lived his entire life in Cape Town, South Africa. At age 4, he was unfortunately diagnosed with progeria. He received formal art training at South Africa’s Tygerberg Art Centre during his high school education.
Painting & Artistry
After high school graduation, Botha worked as a full-time painter and commissioned several artworks. In early 2007, he became the owner of his first solo artwork exhibition, “Liquid Swords; I am HipHop.” He then exhibited his second solo art, “Liquid Swords; Slices of Lemon,” in March 2009. The artwork featured portions of Botha’s life.
He collaborated with Gordon Clark to produce a photo collection, “Who Am I? Transgressions,” first exhibited in January 2010.
He used the alias "D.J. Solarize" when he disk jockeyed at several shows. In addition, he was featured on Die Antwoord’s music video, “Enter the Ninja.”
Death
He died from progeria complications at age 26, on June 5, 2011, a day after his birthday.
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F.A.Q. about Leon Botha
When is his birthday?
Leon Botha's birthday is on June 4, 1985.
In how many days is his birthday?
Leon's birthday is in 40 days
How old was Leon when he died?
He was 26 years old.
When did he die?
He died in June 5, 2011.
How old would he be today?
Leon Botha would be 38 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Leon from?
He was born in Cape Town, South Africa.