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==Early life== |
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Thahane was born in [[Orlando, Soweto|Orlando East]] to Trevor Thamsanqa Tutu and Nomaswazi Mamakoko.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-03-19 |title=Biography of Natasha Thahane |url=https://southafricaportal.com/natasha-thahane/ |access-date=2021-10-30 |website=South Africa Portal |language=en-US}}</ref> She is the granddaughter of Archbishop [[Desmond Tutu]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ndlangisa |first=Amanda |title=Natasha on her famous grandpa, Archbishop Tutu |url=https://www.news24.com/truelove/archive/natasha-on-her-famous-grandpa-archbishop-tutu-20170728 |access-date=2021-10-30 |website=Truelove |language=en-US}}</ref> She moved to [[Cape Town]] where she attended [[Milnerton High School]].<ref>{{Cite journal|url=https://www.news24.com/drum/News/natasha-thahanes-ongoing-journey-to-success-20170728|title=Natasha Thahane's ongoing journey to success|journal=Drum|date=12 January 2017|accessdate=1 November 2021}}</ref> She went on to graduate with a degree in accounting from the [[University of the Witwatersrand]]. In 2018, she completed a 1-Year Conservatory program in Acting for Film at the [[New York Film Academy]] in [[Manhattan]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Natasha Thahane |url=https://www.nyfa.edu/nyfa-news/alumni/natasha-thahane/ |access-date=2021-10-30 |website=Alumni {{!}} New York Film Academy |language=en-US}}</ref> |
Thahane was born in [[Orlando, Soweto|Orlando East]] to Trevor Thamsanqa Tutu and Nomaswazi Mamakoko.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-03-19 |title=Biography of Natasha Thahane |url=https://southafricaportal.com/natasha-thahane/ |access-date=2021-10-30 |website=South Africa Portal |language=en-US}}</ref> She is the granddaughter of Archbishop [[Desmond Tutu]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ndlangisa |first=Amanda |title=Natasha on her famous grandpa, Archbishop Tutu |url=https://www.news24.com/truelove/archive/natasha-on-her-famous-grandpa-archbishop-tutu-20170728 |access-date=2021-10-30 |website=Truelove |language=en-US}}</ref> She moved to [[Cape Town]] where she attended [[Milnerton High School]].<ref>{{Cite journal|url=https://www.news24.com/drum/News/natasha-thahanes-ongoing-journey-to-success-20170728|title=Natasha Thahane's ongoing journey to success|journal=Drum|date=12 January 2017|accessdate=1 November 2021}}</ref> She went on to graduate with a degree in accounting from the [[University of the Witwatersrand]]. In 2018, she completed a 1-Year Conservatory program in Acting for Film at the [[New York Film Academy]] in [[Manhattan]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Natasha Thahane |url=https://www.nyfa.edu/nyfa-news/alumni/natasha-thahane/ |access-date=2021-10-30 |website=Alumni {{!}} New York Film Academy |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 06:12, 11 July 2023
Natasha Thahane | |
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| Born | Nokuthula Natasha Tutu 25 September 1995 Orlando East, Soweto, South Africa |
| Other names | Nokuthula Thahane |
| Alma mater | University of the Witwatersrand
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| Years active | 2013–present |
| Agent | Canvas Cam |
| Known for | Isono |
| Notable work | Blood & Water
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| Children | 1 |
| Family | Desmond Tutu (great grandfather) |
Nokuthula Thahane (born 25 September 1995), also known as Natasha Thahane, is a South African actress, model and media personality.[1] She is best known for her roles in the television series Blood & Water, Skeem Saam, The Queen, and It's OK We're Family.[2][3] Recently joined the BET drama Isono playing a role of Millicent
Early life
Thahane was born in Orlando East to Trevor Thamsanqa Tutu and Nomaswazi Mamakoko.[4] She is the granddaughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu.[5] She moved to Cape Town where she attended Milnerton High School.[6] She went on to graduate with a degree in accounting from the University of the Witwatersrand. In 2018, she completed a 1-Year Conservatory program in Acting for Film at the New York Film Academy in Manhattan.[7]
Personal Life
Career
Thahane first appeared on screen in a 2013 Edgars commercial. The following year, she made her television series debut in an installment of the e.tv anthology eKasi: Our Stories titled "Drama King". She returned the following year for another installment, "uManqoba". She made a guest appearance as Fundiswa in season 1 of Saints and Sinners and reprised the role as a recurring character in season 2.
From 2015 to 2016, Thahane gained prominence through her role as Enhle Tango in the SABC1 soap opera Skeem Saam.[8][9] She left to join the cast of the Mzansi Magic televnovela The Queen as Amogelang Maake. She was series regular for the first two seasons and then a recurring for the next two.[10] She starred as Leshae K in the SABC3 series It's OK We're Family. In 2019, she played the role Katlego Jali in seasons 4 and 5 Lockdown.
In 2020, she began playing Wendy Dlamini in the Netflix teen crime drama Blood & Water.[11] That same year, she appeared in the BET Africa series Isono and was appointed as the brand ambassador of "Garnier Even & Matte".[12] Meanwhile, she also appeared in the reality show Top Billing.[13]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Kedibone | Kedibone Manamela |
Television
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2015 | eKasi: Our Stories | Claire | 2 episodes |
| 2013 | Mama stole my hunk | main role | |
| 2014 | Single Galz | Thuli | 1 episode |
| 2014 | Saints and Sinners | Fundiswa | Recurring role |
| 2015–2016 | Skeem Saam | Enhle Tango | Recurring role |
| 2016 | Ses'Top La | Unathi | 1 episode |
| 2016–2020 | The Queen | Amogelang Maake | Main role (seasons 1–2) Recurring role (season 3–4) |
| 2017–2018 | It's OK We're Family | Leshae K | Main role |
| 2019 | Imbewu: The Seed | Liyana | Season 1 |
| 2019 | Lockdown | Katlego Jali | Seasons 4–5 |
| 2020–present | Blood & Water | Wendy Dlamini | Main role |
| 2020–present | Isono | Millicent Zondo |
References
- ^ Magadla, Mahlohonolo. "Style Crush: Natasha Thahane". Truelove. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ^ Ndlangisa, Amanda. "Celebs supporting Stop Racism Pretoria Girls High". Truelove. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ^ Leteba, Lineo. "One on one with Natasha Thahane". Truelove. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ^ "Biography of Natasha Thahane". South Africa Portal. 19 March 2021. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ^ Ndlangisa, Amanda. "Natasha on her famous grandpa, Archbishop Tutu". Truelove. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ^ "Natasha Thahane's ongoing journey to success". Drum. 12 January 2017. Retrieved 1 November 2021.
- ^ "Natasha Thahane". Alumni | New York Film Academy. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ^ Ndlangisa, Amanda. "WATCH: Natasha Thahane says goodbye to Skeem Saam". Truelove. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ^ "Natasha Thahane annoyed at men meddling in her relationship with Thembinkosi Lorch". www.iol.co.za. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ^ Ndlangisa, Amanda. "Top 12 contenders for Mzansi's sexiest". Truelove. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ^ Digital, TRUELOVE. "WATCH | Netflix introduces new characters for Blood & Water season 2". Truelove. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ^ Vilakazi, Palesa. "#BlackGirlMagic". Truelove. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ^ "Skeem Saam star Natasha Thahane on Top Billing". www.topbilling.com. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
External links
- Natasha Thahane at IMDb
- Natasha Thahane at TVSA