Biography
Nomvelo Makhanya (born April 24, 1996) is an award-winning actress in South Africa. The actress rose to prominence for playing different roles on television. She appeared in Soul City, Isibaya, and in the E.tv series, Scandal!
Playing Lindiwe in E.tv’s half-hour soap opera Scandal!, rose her to prominence. Her mother played a remarkable role in guiding her through her career options.
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| Full Name: | Nomvelo Makhanya |
| Other Names: | Mvelo Makhanya |
| Born: | April 24, 1996 (age 26 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Nkandla, KwaZulu-Natal |
| Nationality: | South African |
| Education: | National School of the Arts |
| Occupation: | Actress Singer |
| Years Active: | 2013 – date |
| Known for: | Lindiwe in Scandal! |
| Television: | Scandal! |
| Awards: | Best Supporting Actress in a Film at 2016 SAFTAs |
| Profiles: | Instagram • YouTube |
| Net Worth: | R3.4 million |
Early Life
Nomvelo Makhanya was born on April 24, 1996, in Nkandla, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. She had a great passion for sports and did well. But her mother, after observing her and watching her from birth, advised her to try attending NSA.
The actress listed to her mother’s voice and enrolled in the National School of the Arts in Braamfontein, Johannesburg.
Many people knew her as a sportsperson and got surprised to see her going to NSA.
Career
Nomvelo is an actress and has appeared in many theatre productions like The Bald Prima Donn, African Reflections, and Maybe This Time.
Many viewers and lovers of the series Scandal! know her for playing Lindiwe. She portrays her role with expertise and experience.
With over nine years of experience in showbiz, she has continued to contribute to its growth. The actress is also a Mental Health Activist and founded Silent Crisis.
Leaving Scandal
The award-winning actress left the E.tv soap opera Scandal! after portraying Lindiwe Ngema for nine years. Her character has attracted much attention and love from the viewers.
From attending high school, she faced life as a young adult and had many challenges. Eventually, Lindiwe owned a club.
In the show, she got married to Nhlamulo, and after the couple became expectant parents, Lindiwe felt ill. Lindiwe discovered she had a chronic illness.Â
The actress decided to take the risk of keeping her baby and battle until the end.Â
Personal Life
Nomvelo Makhanya is reportedly taken and is in love with her boyfriend. She shows off her lover on social media, and they are beautiful together.
The actress often shares pictures of her friends on her social media profiles. But the captions she leaves for her man could give you chills.
At first, she posted a photo of them, refusing to reveal her boyfriend’s face. But the second time, she posted another picture showing his face as they enjoyed the moment.
The actress revealed something like an engagement ring, are they engaged?
The couple, who has been together for a while, is one of the admired celebrity couples in South Africa.
The actress was diagnosed with depression and anxiety in 2016. Nomvelo attended a series of consultation sessions to be able to come out.
In 2019, an alleged drunk driver hit her car, which she had already parked. Many cyberbullies picked on her because of her head, and she expressed her emotional message in 2019.
Hairstyles
The actress often graces the screen with beautiful hairstyles that viewers can’t stop to admire.
The SAFTA Award winner has continued to rock these charming hairstyles as an actress.
Car
Apart from her career, the actress loves to live a life of luxury. The actress drives a dazzling BMW Mini Cooper, which costs around R700,00.
Social Profiles
The actress is on many social media platforms like Instagram, with over 503k followers. She posts pictures of her moments with her followers.
As a prominent influencer, the actress makes money by promoting other brands on her profile.
The actress also advocates for Mental Health and against other things that affect young people and society.
Net Worth
Nomvelo has been active in the media space since 2013, featuring in many stage and television productions. She has also tried out singing. She has a net worth of R3.4 million as of August 2022.