Monday, December 2, 2024

Sonia Mbele Biography: Age, Family, Education and Career

Sonia Mbele, a gifted South African, is famous for her work as an actress, model, television producer, and entrepreneur.

She made a significant achievement by launching the first Real Housewives series in Africa and currently holds the position of executive producer for Real Housewives of Johannesburg.

FACTS ABOUT SONIA MBELE

  • FULL NAME: Sonia Nomthandazo Mbele
  • DATE OF BIRTH: December 11, 1976
  • PLACE OF BIRTH: Natalspruit, South Africa
  • NATIONALITY: South African
  • OCCUPATIONS: Actress, Writer, Director

CAREER

She began her acting career in 1998 with the SABC 2 drama “Phamokate,” earning the FNB Vita Award for Most Promising New Actress in 1999.

Mbele gained widespread recognition for her role in the hit soap opera “Generations,” which she starred in from 2003 to 2011, and won the Golden Horn Award for Best Actress in a TV Soap at the South African Film and Television Awards in 2009.

As a trailblazer, she became the first black celebrity to represent the Dark & Lovely, Lux, and Sun-Silk brands in South Africa, solidifying her position as a trendsetter in the industry.

In 2018, she made history by launching the African version of The Real Housewives franchise with “Real Housewives of Johannesburg” through her production company, Sonia Mbele Films.

Building on her success, she created the reality TV series “Pastor’s Wives” for HONEY TV in 2021, further showcasing her talents as a producer and entrepreneur in the entertainment sector.

PERSONAL LIFE

Sonia Mbele married Leslie Sedibe in 2006 after dating, but their marriage ended in 2014.

Sonia, a mother of four, has two children with Leslie Sedibe and two with other fathers.

In a 2023 interview, Sonia Mbele revealed that she was diagnosed with chronic anemia after suffering from weeks of fatigue. She is currently undergoing treatment for her iron deficiency.

 

 

Amarachi Godwin
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Amarachi Godwin is a dedicated journalist at NaijaTraffic News, specializing in the PEOPLE & PROFILES section. With a passion for storytelling, she delves into the lives of Influencers & Changemakers, uncovering tales of Inspiration & Resilience, and highlighting the achievements of Legends & Icons. Amarachi’s work in profiling remarkable individuals paints a vivid picture of those shaping society, as she brings their stories to life through compelling narratives that resonate with readers.

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