Biography
Rob Van Vuuren (born 26 March 1976) is a South African actor and award-winning comedian.
He is highly regarded in the South African entertainment industry.
Rob Van Vuuren is able to engage in many different segments of the industry. This makes him unique as he can act as a professional actor, playwright, stage director, presenter, dancer and many more.
He was the host of the South African talent show Got Talent in 20018.
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Full name: | Rob Van Vuuren |
Born: | March 26, 1976 (age 48) |
Place of birth: | Nelson Mandela Bay, Port Elizabeth, South Africa |
The children: | Approved |
Nationality: | South Africa |
Parents: | Judy Mannering |
Height: | Do not have |
Siblings: | 2 |
Girlfriend • Wife: | Amy Humphrey (married 2017) |
Job: | Actor • Comedian |
Net worth: | $200,000 – $500,000 |
Early life
Talented comedian Rob Van Vuuren was born in Nelson Mandela Bay, Porth Elizabeth, South Africa, in 1976.
His mother Judy Mannering’s family was a pillar of support for his illustrious career in the industry.
They provided him with the help he needed when he wanted to start his own business.
He often mentions this fact in some of his comedy series. Additionally, Rob Van Vuuren has a great sense of humor that he can use to his advantage.
The comedian has two siblings, a boy and a girl, and comes from an ordinary family.
Rob Van Vuuren’s comedies often focus on real-life experiences of an event taking place in that country.
He has been interested in acting since he was a teenager in high school, and this may have had something to do with why he attended the National Arts Festival when he and his family lived in Grahamstown.
In an interview, he affirmed that his mother is his spiritual support and guide.
Education
Talented entertainer Rob Van Vuuren graduated from Maritzburg College in 1993 and went on to study Drama at the prestigious Rhodes University.
He graduated with honors in 1997, one of the best students in his class.
Career
Rob Van Vuuren’s career is quite diverse as he can act in many different segments, which makes him stand out from other comedians or actors in the industry.
Since 2006 when his career began, he has also appeared in many television series including but not limited to The Bone Snatcher and Footskating 101. As an actor, he has also appeared in Crazy Monkey Presents Straight Outta Benoni and Bunny Chow.
Since 2007, Rob Van Vuuren has voiced the role of Frothy the Bear in URBO: The Adventures of Pax Afrika, an animated television series.
As a presenter, he also hosted Crazy Games, an action comedy game show on SABC2. As a television presenter, he hosted the SABC2 reality competition SA Got Talent alongside Anele Modada in 2009.
List of movies played
- URBO: The Adventures of Pax Afrika (2007-2009)
- The Devil’s Whore (2008)
- Spud 2: The Madness Continues (2013)
- Mandela Long Walk to Freedom (2013)
- Jane Austen the Cold (2015)
- The Shepherd and the Butcher (2016)
- The Final Solution (2001)
- Adrenaline (2003)
- The Bone Robbers (2003)
- The Rose Garden (2004)
- Straight Outta Benoni (2005)
- Bunny Chow: Know Thyself (2006)
- Footskating 101 – The Movie (2007)
Social media
Based on Rob Van Vuuren’s popularity and talent, many people are always eager to get in touch with him.
This can be seen from his Instagram following of over 200k followers.
Instagram handle – @robvanvuuren.
Personal life
Rob Van Vuuren is a man full of life and always fun to be around as his great sense of humour helps bring a smile to any situation and captivates the audience with his great oratory skills.
He is married to Amy Humphrey. The comedian and his wife married on October 30, 2017.
Rob Van Vuuren has confirmed he has adopted a child after struggling to conceive.
Net worth
Veteran entertainer Rob Van Vuuren is a man who is very good at breaking the ribs of countless people, his net worth is between $200,000 – $500,000.