Nthati Moshesh Bio: Husband, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Awards

Nthati Moshesh is a celebrated South African actress and powerhouse of stage, television, and film.

Renowned for her dynamic performances in productions such as Scandal!, Ayanda, Savage Beauty, and Isono, she is also a multi-award-winning performer—earning accolades including a Gemini Award and multiple SAFTAs.

Moshesh is widely recognized for her depth, versatility, and enduring influence in the South African entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Nthati Moshesh
• Stage Name: Nthati Moshesh
• Born: August 28, 1969
• Age: 55 years old
• Birthplace: Katlehong, Ekurhuleni, South Africa
• Nationality: South African
• Occupation: Actress
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. & Mrs. Moshesh
• Siblings: Nkikia Nosipho Moshesh
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Unknown
• Net Worth: $500,000

Early Life and Education

Nthati Moshesh was born on August 28, 1969, in Katlehong, Ekurhuleni, to Mr. and Mrs. Moshesh. She had a sister, Nkikia Nosipho Moshesh, who passed away recently.

She studied drama at St. Andrew’s School for Girls in Bedfordview and earned a National Diploma in Performing Arts from Technikon Natal (now Durban University of Technology) in 1990. She is of Black South African heritage, and her religious views are not publicly known.

Career

Nthati Moshesh began her career in theatre, touring in educational plays that addressed social themes like AIDS and child abuse while working with the Natal Performing Arts Council in the early 1990s. Her transition to television was marked by her debut as Lerato Mashabela in the soap Egoli: Place of Gold, South Africa’s first soap opera, earning her early recognition.

As her profile grew, she took notable film roles in Kini and Adams (1997), The Long Run (2001), Cape of Good Hope (2004), Beat the Drum (2003), and Ayanda (2015). Her performance in Ayanda earned her an AMAA nomination and SAFTA wins, cementing her status as a respected actress.

Today, Moshesh continues to balance roles across film and television. She won SAFTAs for Best Supporting Actress in Savage Beauty (2023) and Isono (2022), appeared as Masabatha in Lockdown, portrayed Mama Jane in 016FM, and participated in The Masked Singer SA. Her enduring presence and mentorship continue to shape the arts.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @nthatimoshesh

Personal Life

Details about Nthati Moshesh’s personal life, including marital status and children, are kept private. She maintains a low profile outside of her professional work and focuses primarily on her acting career.

Filmography

• Kini and Adams (1997) – Aida
• The Long Run (2001) – Christine Moyo
• Beat the Drum (2003) – Frances
• Cape of Good Hope (2004) – Lindiwe
• Whiskey Echo (2005) – Bernadette
• Ayanda (2015) – Dorothy Olandele
• Scandal! (TV)
• Home Affairs (TV)
• Isono (TV, as Mary Ndlovu)
• Lockdown (TV, Masabatha)
• Savage Beauty (TV, Grace Bhengu)
• 016FM (TV, Mama Jane)

Net Worth

Nthati Moshesh’s estimated net worth is approximately $500,000 USD, accumulated through her extensive work in television, film, and theater. Her sustained presence in South African entertainment and endorsements contribute to her financial standing.