Thuso Mbedu is an internationally acclaimed actress known for her impactful performances in television and film. She gained global recognition for her role as Cora Randall in the Amazon Prime series The Underground Railroad, a performance that earned her widespread critical praise and established her as one of the most promising stars in the entertainment industry. Thuso began her acting career in South Africa, appearing in popular local productions like Isibaya and Scandal! Her breakout role in the local industry came with a role in the drama series Is’Thunzi for which she received two International Emmy Award nominations. On the international stage, Mbedu got her breakthrough in 2021 with her lead role in the limited series, The Underground Railroad. Following her success on television, Thuso ventured into the big screen, making her feature film debut in 2022 hit, The Woman King.
Thuso Mbedu Personal Details:
- Complete Name: Thuso Nokwanda Mbedu
- Nicknames: Thuso
- Date of Birth: July 8, 1991
- Birthplace: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Nationality: South African
- Occupation: Actress
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- Religion: Christianity
- Race/Ethnicity: Black
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Thuso Mbedu Height Weight Body Measurements Net Worth Family
Thuso Mbedu Family Details:
- Father Name: He is of Sotho and Xhosa descent.
- Mother Name: Passed away during her early life (raised by her grandmother)
- Siblings: Masentle Nomalungelo Mbedu (One older sister)
- Spouse Name: Not married
- Children Name: None
Thuso Mbedu Relationships History:
- No publicly confirmed relationships
Thuso Mbedu Career Highlights:
Early Career: Thuso studied physical theater and performing arts management at the University of the Witwatersrand. Her acting journey began with appearances in South African TV dramas.
Breakthrough Role: She gained critical acclaim for her lead role as Cora Randall in “The Underground Railroad” (2021). Her performance earned her widespread international recognition and numerous awards.
Other Notable Work:
- Television:
- Is’Thunzi (2016–2017): Played Winnie, earning her two International Emmy Award nominations for Best Actress.
- Scandal! (2015): Had a recurring role in this popular soap opera.
- Shuga (2017): Appeared in the South African edition of the MTV series.
- Film:
- The Woman King (2022): Starred alongside Viola Davis as Nawi.
Recent Work: Thuso continues to take on high-profile roles in Hollywood and South African productions.
Thuso Mbedu Distinctive Features:
- Toned body
- Known for her acting range
Thuso Mbedu Net Worth:
Thuso Mbedu’s net worth is estimated to be around $2 million, earned through acting roles in film and TV.
Thuso Mbedu Body Measurements:
South African actress Thuso Mbedu’s height, weight, shoe size, and other body measurement statistics are listed below.
- Build: Athletic
- Height in Feet: 5 feet 6 inches
- Height in Centimeters: 168 cm
- Weight in Kilograms: 57 kg
- Weight in Pounds: 126 lbs
- Cup Size: B
- Feet/Shoe Size: 7 (US)
- Body Measurements: 32-25-36
Thuso Mbedu Interesting Facts:
- She was four years old when her mother died from a brain tumor.
- In 2018, she was featured on the Forbes Africa 30 under 30 list.
- Her role in the 2022 film “The Woman King” placed her on a global stage.
- With her role in The Underground Railroad, Thuso became the first South African actress to play lead on an American TV series.
