Nyalleng Thibedi Biography: Age, Children, Abuse, Net worth, Cars, Uzalo

Nyalleng Thibedi Biography: Age, Children, Abuse, Net worth, Cars, Uzalo

Who is Zekhethelo in Uzalo? Nyalleng Thibedi is a South African actress popular for her role Zekhethelo on Uzalo. The motive was to take acting as a therapeutic hobby. It however rubs off on her and she becomes the superstar we all know and love.

She is the definition of “black doesn’t crack” and has every woman wanting to know the concoctions she uses to stay fresh. Maybe this article will reveal all of that. Let’s dive into Nyalleng Thabedi’s biography and learn more about her age, children, net worth, cars, and all that catches the eye.

Nyalleng Thibedi Biography

Current age as of 2021- 41 years

Birthday- 4 September 1980

Birth Place- Rockville, Soweto

Profession:-Actress, Brand Ambassador

Relationship Status- Single

Children- 1 son

Education and Qualifications- Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering (University of Cape Town), Dramatic Arts in New York.

Net Worth- $300 000

How old is Zekhethelo on Uzalo?

Zekhethelo plays the character of someone who is in her 20s and on a self a discovery journey. She’s also dated younger men on the show like Njeza. Most fans are always shocked to discover that the actress is actually 41 years old as of 2021.

Does Princess Nyalleng have kids?

The actress is a mother of a young boy. Nyalleng Thibedi’s son is six years old. Thibedi says that motherhood has taught her to be selfless. She always wants to be a better mother to her son.

Is Mmamitse Thibedi related to Nyalleng Thibedi?

Uzalo ( from 2015 to now) creative director Mmamitse Thibedi and Nyalleng Thibedi (Zekhethelo), are sisters. They even live together now that Nyalleng’s place. He has relocated to Durban for Uzalo.

Nyalleng Thibedi Career

The actress has squashed the notion that people in the entertainment industry are not gifted intellectually. Believe it or not, Nyalleng is a certified Chemical Engineer. Shocking, right? For the love of the arts, she goes on to study acting in New York City where she takes part in several movie productions.

“I learned about the concept of the actors’ studio and decided to move to the Americas. I spent a total of SIX years in the US working, taking classes, being part of a theatre group, and acting in any stage production I could get involved in,” she says.

Nyalleng Thibedi’s role in Uzalo

 

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Who doesn’t love it when Zekhethelo graces our TV screens?  In the soapie, Zekhethelo is the stepdaughter of KwaMashu’s notorious criminal, Nkunzi (Masoja Msiza). Her character goes through an emotional roller coaster. From discerning that Nkunzi is not her biological father to being destitute and becoming a drug addict.

In an uncanny twist, Zekhethelo shocks viewers as she returns for season 5 as a police officer. The new-fangled role leaves social media dumbfounded. Nyalleng delineates Zekhethelo as a young woman who grows up privileged and who forever and a day strives to be autonomous from how she grows up.

What else does Nyalleng Thibedi do besides acting?

The renowned actress is a model and brand ambassador. She has featured in commercials for prominent brands like Cell C and DSTV, to mention a few.

 

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Does Nyalleng Thibedi have children?

If you watch Uzalo then you must think she is in her twenties. It’s quite convincing because she pulls it off flawlessly. However, she is way older than twenty. Nyalleng is actually 40 years of age and a mother, something she doesn’t hide. She asserts that being a mother is one of the most exhilarating and pleasurable parts of life. Her son is six years old and he has taught Nyalleng to be selfless.

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Nyalleng Thibedi speaks on Abuse

The beautiful actress has been voicing her concerns about ladies staying in abusive relationships. Although it’s a hard thing for most, she boldly shares how she manages to get out of an abusive relationship. Even if she does not reveal the identity of the abusive ex, one thing is for sure. She did the right thing.

“I always remember this conversation we had when my ex and I were courting. We were sitting by the Hudson River and we were talking about our childhoods. He told me, for the first time that his stepfather abused his mother. He went on to describe the nature of the abuse and how he was just eight years old. I remember that something inside of me told me this wasn’t a good sign… not because he’s a bad person but because he had been witnessing abuse since he was eight. That was an alarm for me but I ignored it because, women, we always think we can change people.”

Which shows has Thabedi featured in?

Sis has been on the acting scene for a little over a decade now. Her debut acting role is in “Picture Perfect” in 2008. This is when she was working with the New York Film Academy. afterward in 2012, she gets a guest role in a South African drama series “Streets of Mangaung”. This helps her land more roles in series and films which include:

• The Society
• iLobolo
• Single Mothers.
• Uzalo

Nyalleng Thibedi Net Worth

The actress and model is working tooth and nail to keep the money rolling in, there is no doubt about that. She is worth $300 000 and bagging R20 000 – R30 000 from Uzalo per month. That and all other modeling gigs help her make a pretty penny.

Nyalleng’sTelevision Roles

 

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• 4 Hours – season 1 as Rose Dlamini
• Mfolozi Street – season 1 as Aviwe
• Single mothers – season 1 as Rama
• Streets of Mangaung – season 1 as School teacher
• Task Force – season 1 as Slindile
• Ashes to ashes – seasons 1 and 2 as Mpho Rankoane.
• Mamello – season 1 as Naledi
• Uzalo – Season 3 as Zekhethelo
• Uzalo – Season 4 as Zekhethelo

What cars does Zekhethelo drive?

The actress seems to have exquisite taste when it comes to cars. She owns a BMW 2 Series Convertible worth no less than R723 000 and a Range Rover which costs approximately the same.