Thuso Mbedu is a South African actress who gained international fame for her role as Winnie in the series ‘The Underground Railroad‘ (2021). She is also known for her roles in ‘Is‘thunzi‘ (2016–2017), ‘Trackers‘ (2019), and ‘Blood Psalms‘ (2021). Born and raised in Soweto, Mbedu studied media studies and drama at the University of the Witwatersrand. She also trained at the National School of the Arts.
Age
Thuso Mbedu is 32 years old. She was born on April 4, 1991. Early Life Mbedu was born and raised in Soweto, South Africa. She grew up in a middle–class family. She attended the National School of the Arts and later studied media studies and drama at the University of the Witwatersrand.
Education
Mbedu attended the National School of the Arts and later studied media studies and drama at the University of the Witwatersrand.
Career
She began her career in 2010 with a small role in the television series, Isibaya. She went on to play a wide variety of characters throughout her career, including a taxi driver in the series, Intersexions and a police officer in the movie Themba. In 2016, Mbedu made her international debut in the film, The Journey Is the Destination, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. She went on to star in the critically acclaimed film, Kalushi in 2017. That same year, she was cast in the lead role of Winnie, a young woman coming of age in apartheid South Africa, in the miniseries, The Long Song.
Her performance earned her a Best Actress in a Television Series nomination at the 2018 African Movie Academy Awards. In 2019, Mbedu starred in the television series, Is’Thunzi, for which she received a South African Film and Television Award for Best Actress in a Television Drama. She was also nominated for Best Actress in a Television Series at the 2020 International Emmy Awards. In 2021, Mbedu was cast in the lead role of Cora in the Amazon Prime Video series, The Underground Railroad. Her performance has earned her numerous accolades, including an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie.
Relationships
As of 2023, Thuso Mbedu is single. She took it to Twitter to inform her fans about her love life. Writing on Twitte she said:
Seeing as people like to tweet with their chests💀
Yes, I’m 31
No, I’m not married
No, I don’t have children that have come from my uterus but my nieces call me “mam’ncane” (younger mother) because that’s how we do it in the Zulu culture &I love them like their mineAs you were
— тнU§σ Mвє∂u (@ThusoMbedu) November 13, 2022
Children
Mbedu has a daughter named Zenny Zen. She was born on November 5, 2014. She is a devout mother who frequently shares Zenny Zen’s posts on social media. She lives in Johannesburg, Gauteng, with her daughter
Houses
Thuso Mbedu owns two houses, one in Johannesburg and one in Cape Town. Her home in Johannesburg is located in the affluent suburb of Hyde Park. It is a spacious three–bedroom home with a modern, open–plan design. The house has a large garden, swimming pool, and outdoor entertainment area.
Her home in Cape Town is located in the trendy area of Camps Bay. This home is a large, four–bedroom house with spectacular sea views. The house has an open–plan living area and kitchen, a luxurious outdoor pool and entertainment area, and a spacious garden.
Cars
Thuso Mbedu is very passionate about cars, and she owns two cars. Her first car is a white Mercedes–Benz C–Class. This car is an elegant, luxurious sedan perfect for her active lifestyle. The car has a powerful four–cylinder engine and a comfortable interior with plenty of amenities. The car also has a sleek exterior design that will turn heads. Her second car is a black Audi A7.
This car is a luxury performance sedan that provides plenty of power and performance. The car has a sporty exterior design and a luxurious interior with many features and amenities. The car also has a powerful engine that can easily handle South African roads. Thuso, Mbedu‘s cars reflect her successful and active lifestyle. Her cars are powerful and luxurious, providing plenty of comfort and style. Her cars are also a testament to her appreciation of the finer things in life.
Net Worth
Mbedu has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million.
Controversy
Mbedu has not been involved in any major controversies.
Sources of income
Thuso, Mbedu‘s primary source of income is her acting roles. She has appeared in several television series and films, which has helped her gain recognition and earn money. She has also done voiceover work for various projects, including a South African ad campaign. In addition to her acting work, Thuso Mbedu earns money from her modelling gigs and endorsements. She has been featured in a number of fashion campaigns and has been featured in magazines such as Elle South Africa.
She has also been the face of several beauty and skincare brands, including L‘Oreal, Nivea, and Lancome. Thuso Mbedu is also a brand ambassador for several fashion and lifestyle brands. She has collaborated with brands such as Woolworths, Adidas, and Nike for campaigns and promotions. She also has her line of clothing, which she promotes through her social media accounts.