Makgotso M is a South African actress who was born in Katlehong and spent her early childhood in Alberto. Her full name is, Makgotso Monyemorathoe. Her Instagram user name is, ‘makgotsom1’, where she posts personal and professional updates. She is an avid traveler and often posts pictures of her travels to locations around the world. She also loves to experiment with makeup and style, which she frequently shares with her fans.
In 2014, Monyemorathoe made her television debut. Her breakout as she joined the soap operas Isidingo as Kamogelo Tsotetsi and Muvhango as Onika, in 2016. She had a supporting role in the BET+ original A Royal Surprise. She had been cast in the historical epic film The Woman King, in early 2022. Fun fact – She is a great foodie!
Who Is Makgotso M | Education & Family
Makgotso M graduated from Brunel University London with a BA in Theatre and Film Studies and holds dual British-South African citizen. She spent the formative years of her life in Alberton, and was educated at Alberview Primary School. Her racial background is a mixture of Zulu from her mother’s side and Pedi from her father’s.
At the age of eleven, she moved to England with her mother, a nurse, and sister, in 2003. Initially calling Brighton home, she attended East Brighton College of Media and Art (COMART). Later they moved to Hitchin where she enrolled in The Priory School.
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Makgotso M Ethnicity
Before coming in the entertainment industry, Makgotso M’s encountered difficulty when auditioning, as she continually hears that she is not African or South African enough to authentically portray certain characters.
“I have been told countless of times when auditioning for certain roles that I don’t look African or South African enough. Which is absurd because I am both of those things. Also, black British roles have been a myth lol. And I have been told to accept it because that’s just how the industry is.”
In addition, she also said, “I am an African. A SA Zulu and Pedi woman to be precise, with British citizenship too because I was raised in England from a very young age. I speak Zulu more fluently than Pedi because I was raised by a Zulu woman and on occasion, you will hear one of the many SA accents when I speak English infused with a certain kind of British accent.
Makgotso M Net Worth
- Makgotso M’s net worth is $2 M, as of 2023.
- Acting is her main source of income.
Makgotso M Height, Weight
Makgotso M height is 5 feet 2 inches tall or 1.60 m or 160 cm. Her body weight is 50 Kg or 110 lbs. Her body measurements are 32-27-42 inches.
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