Kimberly Richards is a model, video vixen and rising singer from Zimbabwe.
She is mainly recognized as the wife of famous Zimbabwean rapper Holy Ten.
Richards rose to prominence in 2020 when she was crowned the first princess of the Miss UZ pageant.
This achievement brought her into the spotlight and opened up opportunities for her in the entertainment industry.
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- Full name: Kimberly Richards
- Stage name: Kimberly Richards
- Date of birth: September 21, 2001
- Age: 23 years old
- Place of birth: Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Profession: Model, video vixen and singer
- Height: 1.68m
- Parent: Richard Chigubu
- Siblings: 5
- Spouse: Thanh Thap
- Children: Mukudzei Jr.
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: Unknown
Early life and education
Kimberly Richards was born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, on September 21, 2001. Her father, Richard Chigubu, raised her, although details about her mother are not publicly available.
Kimberly grew up the only girl in a family of six children. Kimberly attended several schools in Bulawayo during her upbringing, including SOS, Bulawayo Seventh-day Adventist School (BAS) and Townsend High School. She is of Black ethnicity and identifies as a Christian.
Career
Kimberly Richards’ journey in the entertainment industry began while she was studying at the University of Zimbabwe. In 2020, she was recognized when she won the first Miss UZ princess title, marking her entry into the modeling profession.
This award opened doors for Kimberly, allowing her to build a presence in the industry and take on various modeling and video vixen roles.
Her debut as a video vixen came with the music video for Jah Prayzah’s “Boi Boi” in July 2021, where she showcased her talent and charisma on screen.
In addition to her modeling efforts, Kimberly also ventured into the world of music. She collaborated with her husband, Holy Ten, and made her singing debut on his song “Too Scared”.
The song received positive feedback from fans and critics alike, further cementing Kimberly’s position in the music industry. Since then, she has featured in several Holy Ten songs, including “Banga” and “Ndotokuda”, demonstrating her versatility as an artist.
Despite facing challenges, including rumors surrounding their relationship, Kimberly and Holy Ten have maintained a strong public presence. Their marriage, held in March 2023, attracted media attention but remained relatively private.
Kimberly balances her modeling and music careers while supporting her husband’s endeavors, contributing to their mutual success in the Zimbabwean entertainment industry.
Awards and nominations
- The first princess of Miss UZ 2020.
Social Media
- Instagram handle:@kimrichards11
- Facebook manager: Kimberly Richards
- Twitter name: @kimrichards11
Personal life
Kimberly Richards is married to Zimbabwean hip-hop artist Holy Ten. The couple married traditionally in March 2023. They welcomed their first child, a son named Mukudzei Jr., on July 15, 2023.
Despite the scrutiny and controversy, Kimberly and Holy Ten remained committed to each other and took steps to legally formalize their union.
This includes addressing the accusations of infidelity leveled against Kimberly before their marriage, as well as protecting the cultural value of their union. They continue to stand by each other and their growing family.
Records
- Risky life II
- Banga
- Ndotokuda.
Net worth
Available public sources do not clearly detail Kimberly Richards’ net worth. However, she has been recognized, especially for her relationship with her husband, Holy Ten, whose net worth is estimated at $30,000.
Although Kimberly Richards’ exact net worth is not publicly revealed, her involvement in the entertainment industry suggests that she has likely amassed a net worth of her own.
