Lihle Dhlomo, born Thembelihle Gaylynn Dhlomo stands as a prominent South African actress, voice artist, and production coordinator. She rose to fame portraying Dr. Precious Dlamini in the popular series Durban Gen and featured as Gugu in the Netflix movie Seriously Single. Her work extends across theatre, television, and film, showcasing her versatile talents.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Thembelihle Gaylynn Dhlomo |
| Date of Birth | 1990 |
| Place of Birth | Gauteng, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| State of Origin | Gauteng Province |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | 1 (Daughter, reportedly named Lulo) |
| Occupations | Actress, Dancer, Voice-over Artist, Production Manager |
| Net Worth | Estimated R1 million – R3 million ($50,000 – $150,000) |
Early Life and Education
Born in 1990 in Gauteng, South Africa, Dhlomo developed an early interest in performing arts. Though early schooling details stay private, she advanced her skills through dedicated training. At Durban University of Technology (DUT), she majored in Performance and Theatre, graduating with cum laude honors to build a solid base for her entertainment pursuits.
Career
Dhlomo launched her career on stage, touring schools in 2011 with Nothing But The Truth under Musa Dlamini’s direction. She earned praise for Abnormal Loads, a celebrated production by Neil Coppen staged at key spots like the Market Theatre and Hilton Arts Festival.
She entered screen work with Linda in Between Friends: Ithala (2014). Her breakthrough arrived as Dr. Precious Dlamini in Durban Gen (2020–2022), playing a composed doctor in a challenging on-screen marriage opposite Meshack Mavuso’s Dr. Thabo Dlamini.
The 2020 Netflix comedy Seriously Single cast her as Gugu, boosting her global reach. She also contributed off-screen as production manager for The Harvesters (2018), featured at Cannes.
Personal Life
Dhlomo keeps her romantic life under wraps, with no confirmed partner despite her dramatic TV marriage storyline. Social media glimpses reveal her joys as a mother to her daughter, reportedly Lulo. She lives in South Africa, juggling career demands with family time.
Net Worth
By late 2025, Dhlomo’s net worth is estimated to be around R1 million to R3 million ($50,000 to $$150,000), drawing from lead roles in hits like Durban Gen and global projects ranging in acting, voice work, and production gigs.
Filmography
Television Series
- Durban Gen (2020–2023) – Dr. Precious Dlamini
- Imbewu: The Seed – Dr. Precious Dlamini (Guest)
- Room 9 – Guest Star
Films
- The Fragile King (2022) – Office Administrator
- Seriously Single (2020) – Gugu
- The Harvesters (2018) – Production Manager
- HG’s Shadow (2017) – The Woman
- Between Friends: Ithala (2014) – Linda
Awards and Nominations
Dhlomo’s skills have drawn acclaim in theatre circles:
- Best Newcomer, Durban Mercury Theatre Awards (2012).
- Nominee, Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role, Naledi Theatre Awards (2013) for Abnormal Loads.
