Getmore Sithole is a Zimbabwe-born South African actor celebrated for his compelling performances in hit series like Blood & Water and Scandal!, alongside films including Le Lion. Born on June 3, 1964, in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, his career blends on-screen roles, voice artistry, and entrepreneurial ventures with his wife.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Getmore Sithole |
| Date of birth | 3 June 1964 |
| Place of birth | Bulawayo, Zimbabwe |
| Nationality | South African |
| State of Origin | Matabeleland North (Bulawayo), Zimbabwe |
| Partner | Dorriane Sithole (m. 2002) |
| Children | 3 (incl. Venekai, Boyzie) |
| Occupations | Actor, Businessman, Voice Artist |
| Net worth | ~$2 million USD (2020 est.) |
Early Life and Education
Raised in Zimbabwe, Sithole finished primary and secondary schooling there before relocating southward. He honed his craft through training with esteemed coaches David Dennis, Steven Feinstein, and Louise Saint-Claire.
Career
Sithole launched his career with a recurring boxer role in Generations (2000, 14 episodes), attempting to romance Queen (Sophie Ndaba). In 2002, he portrayed tough detective Dikobo in Backstage, targeting drug lord Duke Ngcobo (Carlo Hadebe), and Detective Ditini in Jozi Streets (2004).
He excelled in soapies like Scandal! (Cain Gumede), The Wild (Joseph), Ashes to Ashes (Bab’ Shezi, 2015-2016), Generations, Intersexions, Wild at Heart, 4Play, Jozi-H, Diamond City, Sokhulu & Partners, 90 Plein Street, and The Docket.
His film debut came as Bogo in the French TV movie Le Lion (2003), followed by international features: Mrs Mandela, Free Willy: Escape from Pirate’s Cove (Uncle Rudy, 2010), Clarissa’s Secret, An Act of Defiance (Govan Mbeki, 2017), The Last Victims, Blood & Oil, A Covert Affair, A Small Town Called Descent (2010), and the German film Ambassador.
Beyond acting, he served as MTN’s official voice for the 2010 FIFA World Cup Finals in South Africa, across Africa, and parts of the Middle East (2009-2015), plus endorsements like Ford and DStv.
Personal Life
Married to fashion designer Dorriane Sithole (owner of House of Havilah) since 2002, the couple shares three children including actress daughter Venekai and elder son Boyzie (rapper and actor). They jointly manage Sandton Elite Apartments, catering to business travelers and film productions.
Net Worth
His wealth, estimated at about $2 million USD in 2020, stems from acting, voice work, endorsements, and real estate. Recent updates remain unavailable.
Filmography
Highlights span TV like Blood & Water (Julius Khumalo, 2020–2022), Scandal! (2005), Liberty (D’Souza, 2018), Backstage (2002), Jozi Streets (2004), Ashes to Ashes (2015-2016); and films including An Act of Defiance (2017), Free Willy: Escape from Pirate’s Cove (2010), Le Lion (2003), A Small Town Called Descent (2010), Mrs Mandela, and Ambassador.
Awards and Recognition
He earned a 2014 nomination for Personality of the Year at the Moneygram Zimbabwe Achievers Awards. Blood & Water elevated his profile worldwide, though major accolades like SAFTAs elude prominent records.
