Tongayi Arnold Chirisa is a Zimbabwean actor and singer, known for his versatility in both film and television. Born on August 8, 1981, in Harare, Zimbabwe, he has gained recognition for his roles in international productions such as Mr. Bones 2: Back from the Past and The Jim Gaffigan Show.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Tongayi Arnold Chirisa |
| Date of Birth | August 8, 1981 |
| Place of Birth | Harare, Zimbabwe |
| Nationality | Zimbabwean |
| Partner | Ericka Guitron (former) |
| Children | None (publicly known) |
| Occupations | Actor, Singer |
| Net Worth | Estimated around $1 million |
Early Life and Education
Chirisa attended Lomagundi College for his secondary education. He later moved to South Africa, where he studied for a Bachelor of Arts degree in Live Performance at AFDA, The School for the Creative Economy.
Initially, he had pursued a Diploma in Hotel Management but shifted his focus to acting.
Career
Tongayi Chirisa’s career is distinguished by his adaptability as an actor and singer. He began his acting journey in Zimbabwe, starring in Studio 263 as Detective Trevor Davies from 2002 to 2004.
In 2004, he received the Best Actor for Film and Television Award for his role in Tanyaradzwa. Additionally, he was part of the radio drama Mopani Junction before it was discontinued due to Zimbabwe’s political climate.
Chirisa gained international recognition in 2008 with his roles in Mr. Bones 2: Back from the Past and the NBC series Crusoe. He continued to build his career with appearances in films like Skin and Gargoyle.
His television credits include notable shows such as Sleepy Hollow, American Horror Story: Asylum, and The Jim Gaffigan Show, where he portrayed Father Nicholas.
Recently, Chirisa has expanded his acting range with roles in iZombie, Another Life, and Women of the Movement. He portrayed Medgar Evers in Women of the Movement and Richard Ncube in Another Life.
In 2023, he voiced Cheetor in Transformers: Rise of the Beasts and played Ciprien Grieve in Mayfair Witches. His career showcases his ability to take on diverse roles across film and television.
Personal Life
Tongayi Chirisa is known to be private about his personal life. In late 2018, he was in a relationship with Ericka Guitron, a pop artist and actress, but they have since parted ways. Currently, there is no public information about him being married or having children.
Tongayi Chirisa Net Worth
Chirisa’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million, primarily accumulated from his successful acting career.
Filmography
Some notable works include:
- Studio 263 (2003-2005)
- Tanyaradzwa (2004)
- Mr. Bones 2: Back from the Past (2008)
- Crusoe (2008-2009)
- The Jim Gaffigan Show (2015-2016)
- iZombie (2015)
- Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2023)
