Success through education has become a global trend. But in some exceptional cases, talented people succeed without completing college degrees or diplomas. However, this new feature has not spared Mzansi, especially in the entertainment industry:
Here are some experienced South African actors who have found success without any formal training in acting:
1. Nompilo Maphumulo:
After graduation, he failed to continue his studies. She worked as a waitress and later as a telemarketer. Later participated in a community project to help young people use their talents to create job opportunities.
She hasn’t stopped since. The vivacious actress is best known for her role as Nosifo in Uzalo.
2. Thembi Seete:
Thembi started singing at a young age and was part of Kwaito supergroup Boom Shaka from 1994 to 2000. She came into the limelight due to her undeniable talent as a singer and actress.
3. Nelisa Mchunu:
Studying media studies at the University of the Witwatersrand. But she had to drop out of school because her parents couldn’t afford her bills. Best known for her role as Fikile in the hugely popular SABC1 hit soap opera Uzalo:
4. Charlize Theron:
The famous star actress turned down admission to the National Academy of Arts to join Hollywood. The veteran actress has starred in several award-winning films such as Snow White and The Fast and the Furious.
5. Leleti Khumalo:
Khumalo is a famous star actress with several international awards. She started her music and performing career when she joined the youth dance group Amajika. At the age of 15, she came into the limelight. The famous star actress is known for her performance in Etws hit soap opera Imbewu.
6. Nyalleng Thebedi :
Zikheyhelo has crashed the industry without any qualifications related to the field. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cape Town. But then attended acting courses in New York during his acting career
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