Thobani Nzuza, born on 4 May 1993, is a multi-talented South African artist who excels as an actor, director, playwright, vocalist, and dancer. He gained recognition for his performances in popular television series such as eHostela, Uzalo, and DiepCity.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Thobani Dlomo Nzuza |
| Date of Birth | May 4, 1993 |
| Place of Birth | Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| Spouse | Not publicly disclosed |
| Children | 1 |
| Profession | Actor, Director, Playwright, Vocalist |
| Net Worth | Approximately R34 million (around $2 million) |
Early Life and Education
Thobani Nzuza, born on May 4, 1993, in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, was raised by a single mother after his father’s passing. Growing up with six sisters as the only boy, he attended King Shaka High School, where he graduated in 2011.
Nzuza later obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Drama from the Durban University of Technology in 2016. His passion for drama was sparked at the Community Arts Center around 2010, and he became involved in numerous stage productions during his time there.
Career
In 2010, Thobani Nzuza began his studies in drama at the Community Arts Center, where he had the opportunity to train under the guidance of the renowned artist Buhle ‘Bo’ Mlazi.
In 2014, he made his acting debut in the stage play “Silencing the Hurricanes,” produced by Themi Venturas and performed in Bangkok. The success of this play led to Nzuza writing and directing his own stage play, “Shintsha Guluva,” for the Isigcawu Festival, which received critical acclaim and earned him the Best Director award.
In 2015, Nzuza was part of the stage play “Secret Valley of the Great Kings,” produced by Menzi Mkhwane, and received a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the Durban Mercury Theatre Awards. He also collaborated with Kagiso Tsimakwane to write and direct his first one-man show titled “Boy Ntulikazi,” which garnered multiple awards.
His performances at various festivals earned him accolades such as the Best Actor Award at the 2015 Isigcawu Festival and the Best Actor Award at the 2017 Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival.
In 2016, Nzuza represented South Africa at a Shakespeare festival in Germany with the play “Much Ado about Nothing,” directed by Debbie Lutge.
His television career began to flourish in 2018 when he portrayed the character “Mdeni” in the Mzansi Magic drama series “eHostela.” He subsequently joined the e.tv supernatural telenovela “Isipho” and later appeared in the soapie “Uzalo” in 2019.
In 2021, Nzuza took on the role of “Simangaliso Xaba” in the television series “DiepCity,” further showcasing his versatility and talent as an actor, director, and playwright.
Personal Life
Despite gaining fame in the South African entertainment industry, Thobani Nzuza keeps his personal life relatively private. Born on May 4, 1993, he was raised by a single mother in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal, among six sisters.
While not married, rumors suggest he has a child, although details about the mother are unknown. Nzuza has been romantically linked to Lungelo Mpangase, his co-star from eHostela. Speculation about his fatherhood has arisen due to his social media posts featuring moments with a young boy.
Thobani Nzuza Net Worth
As per recent reports, Thobani Nzuza’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $2 million. His wealth is attributed to his thriving career as an actor, director, playwright, and vocalist in the South African entertainment sector.
Filmography
Thobani Nzuza’s filmography includes notable roles in various South African television series:
- eHostela (2019–present) as Mdeni
- Isipho (2019) as Lwandle
- Uzalo (Seasons 5 and 6) as Khehla
- Isitha: The Enemy (Seasons 1 and 2) as Chuma Sokhulu
- DiepCity (Seasons 1 and 2) as Smanga
- The Black Door (Season 1) as Chuma Sokhulu
In addition to his television work, he has participated in numerous stage productions and has received multiple awards for his performances.
Awards and Nominations
Thobani Nzuza has received several awards and nominations throughout his career:
Awards
- Best Actor at the 2015 Isigcawu Festival for Boy Ntulikazi
- Best Actor at the 2017 Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival for Boy Ntulikazi
- Best Production at the 2017 Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival for Boy Ntulikazi
- Best Community Production at the South African Theatre Magazine Awards for Boy Ntulikazi
- Best Director for Shintsha Guluva at the K-Cap: Ekhaya Multi-Arts Centre Isigcawu Festival in 2014
Nominations
- Best Supporting Actor at the Durban Mercury Theatre Awards for Secret Valley of the Great Kings in 2015
- Nominated for various categories including outstanding performer, best visiting production, best music director, and best script at different festivals
