Gugu Gumede | |
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Born | Gugu Gumede September 14, 1992 Natal (now KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa |
Alma mater | American Academy of Dramatic Arts |
Occupation | Actress |
Years active | 2013-present |
Notable work | |
Children | 1 |
Mother | Zanele kaMagwaza-Msibi |
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]
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]
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]
Year | Film/Sopie | Role | title |
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2013 | Generations | Mandisa | Support role |
2015 | Uzalo | Hlengiwe MaMlambo Mhlongo | Starring |
Gumede is a born-again Christian. [8] [9]
Gugu gave birth to her daughter on 24 March 2022. [10]
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