Tânia Burity Biography: Controversy, Net Worth, Age, Height, Ethnicity, Children, Awards, Religion

Tânia Burity is an Angolan actress, journalist, radio presenter, and model who became widely known through her work in national telenovelas such as Windeck (2012), where she played the character Ofélia Voss.

Her visibility on Angolan television — in roles ranging from antagonist to presenter — helped her build a multi-faceted public profile across journalism, acting, and media presentation.

Profile

• Full name: Tânia Cefira Gomes Burity
• Date of birth: 28 September 1978
• Age: 47 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Luanda, Angola
• Nationality: Angolan
• Profession: Actress, Journalist, Radio Host, Model, Media Personality
• Height: 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in)
• Weight: 62 kg (approx.)
• Eye colour: Dark brown
• Hair colour: Black
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: Sister – Dicla Burity
• Spouse: Single
• Children: Two daughters
• Relationship status: Single
• Religion: Christianity
• Ethnicity: Ambundu ethnic group
• Net worth: $400,000 USD

Early Life and Education

Tânia Cefira Gomes Burity was born in Luanda, Angola on 28 September 1978. She was raised in a creative environment that encouraged performance and communication. From a young age, she and her sister Dicla Burity imitated TV characters, laying the foundation for their later careers in Angolan entertainment.

Tânia studied Journalism at the Instituto Médio de Economia de Luanda (IMEL) and later pursued Communication and Public Relations at the Instituto Superior Privado de Angola (ISPA).

Before becoming a television regular, she worked in journalism and sales, experiences that honed her communication skills and stage presence.

Personal Life

Tânia Burity is a mother of two daughters, balancing motherhood with her artistic career. Despite being a public figure, she keeps her personal life private. She is known for using her platform to discuss social and emotional topics, including relationships and self-worth.

Career

Tânia Burity began her television career in the early 2000s and has remained one of Angola’s most respected media figures. She gained attention as the host of the popular TV game show “Angola dá Sorte” (2001–2004). Her acting breakthrough came with early roles such as:

• “Vidas Ocultas” (2001)
• “Reviravolta” (2002) as Djamila
• “Sede de Viver” (2005) as Cláudia
• “113” (2005–2006) as Eugénia
• “Minha Terra, Minha Mãe” (2009) as Camila

In 2012, she starred in the telenovela “Windeck” as Ofélia Voss — a performance that solidified her reputation as one of Angola’s finest actresses. Windeck achieved international acclaim, including a nomination for the 2014 International Emmy Award for Best Telenovela.

Beyond acting, Tânia has worked as a radio presenter, hosting the children’s program “Karibrinca na Rádio” (2010–2012), and served as a host at Miss Luanda 2011. She has modeled for Angolan fashion campaigns and appeared as a judge and presenter at entertainment events.

Tânia has also been an advocate for the social role of artists in education and culture, emphasizing the responsibility of media professionals to uplift society.

Awards

• Nominee, Angolan Television Personality Award (2014)
• Recognition of Artistic Merit by the Ministry of Culture, Angola (2018)
• Cultural Ambassador Recognition at the Luanda International Film Forum (2022)

Net Worth

Tânia Burity’s estimated net worth is $400,000 USD. Her earnings come from multiple sources: Television and acting salaries from national productions, adio hosting and voice-over contracts etc.

Controversy

In 2007, Tânia was the victim of a physical assault by actor Fredy Costa, which led to public outrage in Angola. The incident resulted in a temporary work break of approximately two months.

She has also been outspoken about cultural and social issues, notably criticizing the extravagant spending on foreign entertainers while local artists face underfunding. Her bold comments have sparked debate but also earned respect for her courage and authenticity.

Social Media

• Instagram: @taniaburity

Filmography

• Vidas Ocultas (2001)
• Reviravolta (2002)
• Sede de Viver (2005)
• 113 (2005–2006)
• Entre o Crime e a Paixão (2007)
• Minha Terra, Minha Mãe (2009)
• Windeck (2012)