Thapelo Mokoena, born on August 21, 1982, is a South African actor, TV producer, and presenter. He is best known for his role as William on UK’s Bulletproof S3, Trackers, and presenting the first season of the South African version of the reality show Fear Factor in 2005.
Biography Profile of Thapelo Mokoena
Full name : Thapelo, Archibald Mokoena
Gender : Female
Age : 42 years old
Date of birth : 21 August 1982
Place of birth : Lady Smith,Kwazulu province, South Africa
Nationality : South African
Occupation : actor and television presenter
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Early Life and Background
Thapelo Archibald Sfufane Mokoena, or simply Thapelo Mokoena, was born into the Mokoena family on October 21, 1982. His birth occurred under a Mkhamba tree in Ladysmith, a small town in Kwa Zulu Natal province. His mother was unable to attend his delivery at the hospital. He hails from Zulu country, while his mother is Sotho. That is why he is an African man who speaks multiple languages. [1]
Thapelo is descended from a big family. His father, Mike Mokoena, owns the Free State Stars, one of South Africa’s top soccer leagues. Brotherhood unites Thapelo and Fana Mokoena. The actor was raised in a family environment, which has given him a great affinity for people and communities. South Africans often have the surname Mokoena. Because of this, a lot of people connect Thapelo’s family with Thandaza Mokoena, a former actress on Muvhango. However, there is no biological relationship between the two. Furthermore, the late Karabo Mokwena, a young lady who was killed by her lover, is not related to the family.
Education of Thapelo Mokoena
The performer attended Ladysmith High School. He moved to Johannesburg to pursue an accounting degree after finishing his secondary schooling. Later on, he had second thoughts and decided to pursue a career in filmmaking. The actor and his sons currently reside in Johannesburg, Gauteng, with their mother.
Personal Life
The businessman and actor are blissfully wed. The wife of Thapelo Mokoena is Lesego-Tshepang Mokoena. The couple tied the knot on November 24, 2012. A devoted family man, Thapelo regards his wife as his pillar of support. The couple is parents to two kids together. In 2015, they welcomed their first child, a son named Reko. Their second son, Lefika Meraki Mokoena, was welcomed by the couple in 2018.
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Acting Career of Thapelo Mokoena
Thapelo made his TV debut in an advertisement. Within two months of joining an agency in Johannesrburg, he landed his first lead role in a commercial. Shortly after completing his studies, he was cast as Gabriel in the soap opera Generations on SABC1. He was the wealthy woman Karabo Moraka’s bodyguard in the soap opera; Connie Ferguson was a phenomenal performance in this role. Afterwards, Gabriel and Karabo had a steaming romance. He was supposed to appear on the show for three months, but because the audience liked him so much, he stayed on for six months. [2]
He began portraying Vusi in the SABC1 drama Mzansi in 2006. In season two, he succeeded Fezile Mpela in the role. He started hosting Fear Factor in South Africa that same year. On e.tv, Fear Factor was broadcast. Due to his preoccupation with filming another show, Lungile Radu took his place in the second season of the program. When Mtunzini.com on SABC1 entered its third season, the actor assumed the lead role of Bongani Thwala. In this 2009 broadcast, he served as Pepi Khambule’s stand-in. However, after he pushed for better pay and working conditions, he was let go from the position. He started presenting the reality television program Rize Mzansi in 2010, which was broadcast on SABC1. This fascinating show is second season featured him as Tshepo Ngwane’s replacement.
Business Career
Easy Sundays Productions is a motion picture company that produces films, television series, and corporate videos. Thapelo is the founder and owner of the company. In addition, he founded Air Movie Nights, a business that hosts outdoor movie events in both urban and rural locations. Thapelo recently collaborated with Bosman Family Vineyards to create a wine known as the Thapelo Mokoena wine. Currently, Nero sells its products in a variety of establishments and eateries around the nation.
Thapelo Mokoena net worth
Through his varied career, Thapelo has accumulated a sizeable sum of money. His current net worth is unknown to the general public. He has not yet revealed how much money each of his career endeavors brings in each month. There were rumors circulating in the middle of 2018 that Thapelo Mokoena and Chiedza Mhende were expecting their first child together. On the Generations set, the two collaborated. These allegations were neither supported nor refuted by either party. [3]
Social Media
The actor uses a variety of social media sites. Over 523K people follow Thapelo Mokoena’s Instagram account, and over 135.8k follow him on Twitter. Thapelo Mokoena does not currently have a verified fan page on Facebook; his account is personal. Additionally, he runs a YouTube channel called Thapelo Mokoena ZA. Thapelo Mokoena is a well-known South African actor, presenter, producer, and entrepreneur. His most well-known role is as the presenter of Fear Factor in South Africa. The actor has also acted in a number of regional motion pictures and television series. In addition to acting and pursuing business, he is the devoted husband of Lesego-Tshepang Mokoena and the father of two young boys.
Filmography
• A Place Called
• Ayeye
• Broken Vows
• High Rollers
• Intersexions
• Isibaya
• Kota life Crisis
• Nomzamo
• She’s the One
• Society
• The South African Film and Television Awards
• Wild heart
• Zaziwa
• Mandela Long Walk to Freedom
