Skhumba Hlophe Biography: Age, Net Worth, Death, Wife, Family, Videos, House, Cars, Wikipedia, Children

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Skhumba Hlophe (born 31 December) is a South African comedian, radio presenter and actor.

The multi-talented actor is best known for his role as Bheki Zulu in Thandeka’s Diary on the big screen.

However, without him, the list of famous funny faces of the country would be incomplete.

He can make the audience and listeners laugh for a long time with his humorous style.

South African actor

Skhumba Hlophe
Skhumba Hlophe: History, Biography, Photos
Wiki Info & About Data
First and last name: Skhumba Hlophe
Born: December 31
Year old: 40 years old
Place of birth: Johannesburg, South Africa
Children: Nikiwe Hlophe, Ali-Bongwe Hlophe and Sinakhokonke Hlophe
Nationality: South Africa
Parents: do not apply
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Siblings: do not apply
Girlfriend • Wife: Dibakiso Moloi
Job: Actor • Comedian
Net value: $400,000-$550,000

Early life

Famous television personality Skhumba Hlophe had humble beginnings.

Skhumba Hlophe, also known as Big Banger, grew up in the Tembisa neighborhood of Johannesburg, South Africa.

He was born on December 31 and grew up with his grandmother, Leria Hlophe. The comedian from Johannesburg always aspired to become a lawyer.

His dream of wearing a black robe and white wig ended sooner than he expected.

It comes after he claimed he wasn’t the “smartest kid on the streets”. although this is not the only reason.

Studying at a university costs a lot of money and his mother, who works as a dry cleaner, cannot afford to pay his university tuition.

As a result, Skhumba Hlophe had to work as a salesman to pursue his goal of entering a higher university. He worked hard for thirteen years to earn enough money to pay for his college education.

Career

Skhumba Hlophe is an actor, comedian and radio presenter. After being cast as Bheki Zulu (lead role) in Thandeka’s Diary, he became famous in the film industry. In the South African television sitcom, the character is Thandeka’s overbearing mechanic father.

After his outstanding performance in the series Taxi Rides, a feature film and its spin-off, he became even more famous as Dlamini. He was one of Nubreed Comedy’s Young Gunz who performed at the 2010 Soweto Comedy Festival.

In 2016, he appeared as a guest in series three of the SABC1 sitcom Ses’Top La. Additionally, he appeared as a guest in an episode of Zaziwa on June 30 of the same year.

In 2010, he received an invitation to perform at Monwabisi Grootboom’s Port Elizabeth comedy show, which is 99% Xhosa. He received a standing ovation for making everyone laugh. It was the beginning of his successful comic book career.

Skhumba Hlophe was one of Nubreed Comedy’s Young Gunz at the 2012 Soweto Comedy Festival.

He performed as a featured comedian in the first edition of the Stand Up Zulu festival the previous year, in 2011. The event took place in Durban, South Africa, at the Playhouse.

More possibilities flooded in and he landed a gig as a contributor on SABC1’s Mzansi Insider. He joined as an actor the same year when he appeared as a guest actor on Zaziwa.

In 2017, Skhumba Hlophe took on a new role as host of SABC1’s Throwback Thursday. The show is exactly what he loves to do, which is humor. The show is a comedy discussion show that focuses on top stories on social media.

He is the co-host of the review show Change Down with Boity Thulo. In 2017, he appeared on Mzansi Magic for about three months (May to July).

On Fridays, he co-hosts the Kaya FM Good Friday show with Ndumiso Ngcobo. The two formed an excellent team that kept viewers giggling while discussing politics and life in general. The show lasts three hours (6am – 9am) on the station.

Personal life

Dibakiso Moloi was the wife of Skhumba Hlophe, and their children’s names were Nikiwe Hlophe, Ali-Bongwe Hlophe and Sinakhokonke Hlophe.

In his opinion, they are the reason he keeps pushing. He said every day I am grateful for my children and family. Of course, like everyone else, I have bad days. But I never forget how far I’ve come and what I’ve overcome, and I always remember that tomorrow is another day.

In most of his comedy performances, he discusses his relationship with his wife. However, he sometimes tells the audience about their personal lives to make them laugh.

Social Media

Skhumba Hlophe is active on social networks. He uses the platform to make humorous comments on various issues in the country. He has a huge fan base and his name is @skhumbalophe_.

Net value

South African-born comedian, Skhumba Hlophe has generated an estimated net worth of $400,000 – $550,000.

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