Vuyo Dabula is a South African actor, model, and bodybuilder widely recognized for his role as Shandu Magwaza in the Netflix crime drama Queen Sono. He has gained fame both locally and internationally through diverse roles in television and film.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Vuyo Dabula |
| Date of Birth | 11 September 1976 |
| Place of Birth | Mahikeng, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| State of Origin | North West Province |
| Partner | Married |
| Children | 1 |
| Occupations | Actor, Model, Bodybuilder |
| Labels | N/A |
| Net Worth | Approximately US$1.5 million |
Early Life and Education
Vuyo was born and raised in Mahikeng. He completed his secondary education at P.H. Moeketsi Agricultural High School in 1995, and subsequently graduated from Wits Technikon after one year in 1996.
Finding that his initial studies did not align with his career goals, he pursued acting further at AFDA Cape Town to follow his passion.
Career
His notable breakthrough was the role of Kumkani “Gaddafi” Phakade on the South African soap opera Generations: The Legacy.
Vuyo also appeared in Hollywood films such as Avengers: Age of Ultron and Invictus. He played the lead role in the film Five Fingers for Marseilles and starred as Shandu in Queen Sono, Netflix’s first African original series.
Although the show was renewed for a second season, production challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic led to its cancellation.
Personal Life
Vuyo Dabula keeps his personal life private. He is married and has one child, but details about his spouse remain undisclosed.
Vuyo Dabula Net Worth
His net worth is estimated to be around US$1.5 million, earned through his acting, modeling, and bodybuilding career.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Soldiers Of The Rock | Vuyo |
| 2009 | Invictus | Presidential Guard |
| 2013 | Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom | Delegate |
| 2015 | Avengers: Age of Ultron | Johannesburg Cop |
| 2017 | Five Fingers for Marseilles | Tau |
| 2022 | Collision | Bra Sol |
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Wild at Heart | Kane |
| 2014 | Kowethu | Mothusi |
| 2014–present | Generations: The Legacy | Kumkani “Gaddafi” Phakade |
| 2020 | Queen Sono | Shandu Magwaza |
| 2023 | Unseen | Maxwell Mwale |
| 2023 | Uzalo | Bentley Majozi |
Awards and Nominations
He has received industry recognition and at least one nomination for his acting, reflecting his impact in the South African entertainment scene.
