Matshepo Kukie Maleme, Born on August 23, 1980, is a talented South African actress and model. She gained popularity for her portrayal of “Busi” in the movie A Million Colours (2011) and has also appeared in various television soap operas including Muvhango, Inkaba, and House of Zwide.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Matshepo Kukie Maleme |
| Date Of Birth: | August 23, 1980 |
| Place Of Birth: | Free State, South Africa |
| Nationality: | Souht African |
| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation(s): | Actress, Model |
| Net Worth: | $100,00 – $500,000 |
Early Life And Education
Matshepo Maleme was born on August 23, 1980, in the Free State, South Africa, Matshepo Maleme spent her early years under the care of her grandparents before relocating to Johannesburg with her parents.
She attended National School of the Arts where she specialized in drama and dance while actively participating in numerous theater showcases and contests.
Career
Her television career took off in 2004 when she landed her first role as “Zandiswa” in the SABC1 drama series, Bubomi Sana. She continued to impress audiences with her performances, later joining the cast of the M-Net soap opera Egoli: Place of Gold as “Thuli” in 2007.
Her big screen debut came in 2010 with the film Night Drive, followed by a notable role in the critically acclaimed film A Million Colours in 2011.
She garnered industry recognition in 2013 when she won the Best Supporting Actress Award at the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTA).
Her talents also earned her a nomination for Best Pan African Actress at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards that same year. From there, she brought her acting skills to various television series, including Muvhango, Inkaba, and Gold Diggers.
In 2017, she took on the role of “Zandile Maphosa” in the popular soapie Skeem Saam, showcasing her versatility as an actress. She continued to make waves in the industry with roles in mini-series such as Emoyeni and After Nine.
Recently, she has been captivating audiences with her performances in shows like House of Zwide and Scandal, where she played the memorable character “Sheila”. In 2024, she bid farewell to the role as her character tragically succumbed to cancer, leaving a lasting impact on viewers.
Personal Life
Matshepo Maleme is currently married and a proud mother of a son and a daughter.
Struggling with depression since the age of 17, she has endured instances of gender-based violence. Moreover, she has faced abuse from multiple partners.
Matshepo Maleme Net Worth
Matshepo Maleme has accumulated a net worth of around $100,000 through her thriving career in acting and modeling. Her successful portrayals in various TV shows, including House of Zwide, have contributed significantly to her financial success.
Filmography
Film:
- 2010 – Night Drive
- 2011 – A Million Colours
Tv Series:
- 1997 – Muvhango
- 2005 – Scandal!
- 2006 – After 9
- 2007 – After 9
- 2012 – iNkaba
- 2016 – Isibaya
- 2016 – Gold Diggers
- 2017 – Imposter
- 2017 – Skeem Saam
- 2018 – Emoyeni
- 2018 – Side Dish
- 2018 – Housekeepers
- 2018 – Isithembiso
- 2021 – House of Zwide