Bontle Modiselle is a beautiful multitalented South African entertainer who has grown to become one of the best entertainers in South Africa.
She started nurturing her dancing skills at a very tender age in life. She joined her high school hip-hop street culture and became exposed to quite a few opportunities that made her improved in her dancing skills.
Bontle Modiselle has been happily married to Priddy Ugly since 2019.
Biography
Bontle Jade-Lee Modiselle was born on October 7, 1990, to Percy and Grace Modiselle in Soweto, Johannesburg. She was raised in the northeastern region of Johannesburg. Modiselle is of the Bantu-speaking ethnic group Tswana.
She has two sisters: Refilwe and Candice. Modiselle attended the University of Johannesburg where she earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Corporate Communications.
How old is Bontle Modiselle?
Bontle Modiselle is currently 34 years old.
Here are 10 Facts You Didn’t Know About the Actress
1. Bontle Modiselle blames herself for her father’s death
The model followed the footprints of her later father. He was a model as well. He died by committing suicide. Before her father died, she had dreamt of the action and even told her parents about it.
After her nightmare, it actually turned out to be true, and it affected her so much that she blamed herself for his death.
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2. She has been successful in her multiple careers
Bontle Modisell began her career in dancing in 2007. she made her debut as a video vixen and also an occasional dancer. She has appeared in several videos for tops artists such as DJ Tira, Rouge, and Major League DJz.
She has also featured in sports events such as Basketball National League and also The MultiChoice Diski Challenge.
Modiselle became famous for her dance moves which later got her a role in the dance-drama movie Hear Me Move(2014) as Khanyi. She later appeared on the SABC 3 drama series Thula’s Vine as Lindi and on Mzansi Magic Lokshin Bioskop shot-film Lokshin FM as Meme.
She has also worked as a choreographer for the African franchise of the MTV musical competition series Lip Sync Battle in 2016 and was also part of the choreographers at the MTV Africa Music Awards 2016.
Modiselle was the head choreographer for the Castle Lite Unlocks edition event headlined by Meek Mill in June 2019.
Modiselle’s hosting gigs include hosting the SABC 2 reality competition series Showville alongside Rob van Vuuren. She also presented an award at the 2016 South African Film and Television Awards with her sisters as The Modiselle sisters.
3. Bontle Modiselle’s sisters are also in the entertainment industry
Bontle Modiselle is not the only person in the entertainment industry in her family. Her sister Candice Modiselle is a television personality while Refilwe Modiselle is a renowned model. The three sisters usually tag themselves as ‘The Modiselle Sisters’.
The actress and her sister Candice are often referred to as twins. Despite the fame the Modiselle Sisters have attained, they still live with their mother except for Modiselle who is married. They believe it is their secret to living a happy life.
4. She has several endorsements
Modiselle has really worked hard to be where she is now. Her hard work and dedication in her career have garnered quite a number of endorsements.
Bontle Modiselle became the new face of Revlon South Africa in March 2018 together with Michelle Mosalakae andLuthando Shosha and Kim Jayde Robinson.
5. Modiselle’s husband is a rapper
The actress met her husband, Ricardo Moloi better know as Priddy Ugly like a decade ago. They were first friends before they started dating.
The power couple married in September 2019. Modiselle has appeared in her husband’s music videos and they both have a YouTube channel ‘Ha Moloi’ together.
6. She has a daughter named Afrika
The dancer cum actress announced she was expecting her first child with her husband via social media posting several pictures of the baby bump. The baby was born in November 2020 and her face was first seen on their YouTube channel.
The couple named their daughter Afrika Bonita Lerato Moloi.
7. Bontle Modiselle opened up about suffering two miscarriages
The 34 year-old actress shared her experience through pregnancy. She shared this on Instagram and explaining what she passed through before getting pregnant.
Before she had her daughter, Modiselle revealed she went through psychological, emotional, physical, and spiritual hurdles after two miscarriages.
8. How rich is the actress?
Bontle Modiselle has definitely amassed some wealth throughout her career. She also earns quite a lot from her other brand endorsements and paid sponsorship.
Despite that, she has not revealed her net worth to the public but it has been speculated to be around $1 million or thereabout.
9. Bontle Modiselle has an impeccable fashion taste
Judging from her appearances on red carpets and other special events, Modiselle has a good fashion sense. Even her photos on social media say a lot about her fashion sense.
10. She praises her sisters and mother for success in her career
Bontle Modiselle shares a strong bond with her sisters. The three sisters have been together through thick and thin with the guide of their beloved mother.
Modiselle always gives credit to her sisters for all she has been able to achieve so far.
