Gugu Gumede

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Gugu Gumede
Born
Gugu Gumede

Natal (now KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Alma mater American Academy of Dramatic Arts
OccupationActress
Years active2013-present
Notable work
Children1
Parent

Gugu Gumede is a South African actress born in the Province of Natal. She is well known for portraying the character of a prophetess, Mamlambo, in the soapie Uzalo . [1]

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Early life

Gumede was born in the province of Natal. Her father was Simon Hulumeni Gumede and her mother was Zanele kaMagwaza-Msibi. [2] She studied acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles. [3]

Career

In 2013, Gumede returned from the United States and landed a role as Mandisa in Generations , one of the most successful shows in South Africa. [4] [5]

In 2015, Gumede was cast to portray the character of Mamlambo on the most viewed television show in South Africa, Uzalo . [6]

In 2018, she presented the 11th Crown Gospel Music Awards alongside Somizi Mhlongo, Rebecca Malope, Clement Maosa and other celebrities. [7]

Filmography

Television

YearFilm/SopieRoletitle
2013 Generations MandisaSupport role
2015 Uzalo Hlengiwe MaMlambo MhlongoStarring

Personal life

Gumede is a born-again Christian. [8] [9]

Gugu gave birth to her daughter on 24 March 2022. [10]

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