Is Joe DeRosa in GTA 5?

Many gamers often wonder, "Is Joe DeRosa in GTA 5?", especially after watching the in-game TV. For those unaware, DeRosa is an actor, writer, comedian, and even a musician. He has acted in as well as written many popular TV shows over the years. Rockstar Games always tries to add popular personalities in the Grand Theft Auto Universe in some capacity, and the case isn't any different here.

Although the part played by him isn't huge, fans can indeed hear Joe DeRosa in GTA 5. This article will provide a look at his role in the best-selling Grand Theft Auto entry so far, and how fans can watch him in it.

Joe DeRosa in GTA 5 plays the role of Rufus Bellows

Joe DeRosa, born August 6, 1977, has had a notable career in television, having served as a writer on several TV series and mini-series, and even acted in some. For example, he played a character named Dr. Caldera on Better Call Saul.

Gamers can also hear the voice of Joe DeRosa in GTA 5 on the in-game TV. He voiced a character named Rufus Bellows, a side character in the game. He appears on the in-game show Jack Howitzer and acts as the agent of the 1980s movie star of the same name. Gamers can see it on the Weazel network and consider it somewhat of a reality TV parody.

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Not much is known about Rufus Bellows in detail, besides what's shown on the TV show. The character doesn't play any significant role in the campaign and can be completely missed by anyone who doesn't watch television in GTA 5. However, for Joe DeRosa fans, the cameo can be quite fun to watch, especially as a means to take a break from all the high-octane missions.

How to watch Joe DeRosa in GTA 5

The easiest way to watch Joe DeRosa in GTA 5 story mode on Jack Howitzer is by playing as Michael De Santa. He has a big television in the living room of his Rockford Hills house from the get-go.

Approach the couch, and press the prompted button to sit down. Then press the prompted button to watch the TV. The game will display controls for changing channels in the top-left corner of your screen.

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Use them to tune into the Weazel network and then wait for Jack Howitzer to begin. You may have to wait a bit if a different show is being aired at that time, but note that they aren't too long.

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Suyash is an Esports and Gaming journalist at Sportskeeda who specializes in Rockstar Games' GTA franchise. Suyash uses in-depth research and knowledge of his immense experience with the game series to ensure readers have access to the most reliable information. His insightful content pieces have raked in more than 5 million views in just a little over a year's time.

Suyash holds a B.Tech degree and ventured into the world of gaming at a young age through the Prince of Persia Sands of Time trilogy. However, upon encountering GTA Vice City’s 1980s aesthetic, music, and vintage cars, he became enamored with the game, leading him to explore the rest of the franchise.

Suyash prefers solo titles to multiplayer, especially ones with a well-crafted story and character arcs. He admires journalist Jason Schreier for the respect he commands in the industry and the reliability of his news pieces. To ensure the accuracy of his own pieces, he checks multiple reputable sources and insiders.

If he were to recommend a game to a skeptic, it would be Naughty Dog’s Uncharted series. When he’s not roaming the streets of Los Santos in GTA V, you can find him playing football, watching movies, or working out.

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Edited by Angad Sharma