Katlego Danke Bio, Wiki
Katlego Danke is a multi-talented South African entertainer who has made a name for herself as an actress, radio DJ, and TV presenter.
She proudly represents the Tswana ethnicity and is renowned for her significant contributions to South African soap operas, including notable roles in Backstage, Generations, Gomora, and Isidingo.
Katlego Danke Age
Danke was born on November 7, 1978, in North West, South Africa. She is currently 44 years old.
Katlego Danke Height
Danke is 5 feet 2 inches tall.
Katlego Danke Family
Danke is a very private person when it comes to her personal details. Thus she has not disclosed any details on her family (parents and siblings). We will be sure to update you once this information is available to us.
Katlego Danke Husband
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Katlego Danke Education
In 2001, the actress obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre and Performance from the University of Cape Town. Additionally, she completed a diploma in Management Studies at Wits Business School in 2010.
Katlego Danke Career
Before transitioning to television, Danke had a thriving career in the theatre. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre and Performance from the University of Cape Town in 2001, establishing herself as a renowned stage performer. Some of her notable theatre productions include “Beyond the Veil,” “The House of Kalumba,” “The Town That Was Mad,” “Crimes of the Heart,” “King Lear,” “Miss Tertiary Feel,” “Occupational Therapy Project,” and an opera performance of “Macbeth.”
In 2002, she made her television debut on e.tv’s “Backstage.” Her television career continued to flourish when she joined the cast of “Generations” in 2006, earning her a Best Actress award at the South African Film and Television Awards. She has acted alongside Vusi Kunene and Rapulana Seiphemo. Additionally, she made appearances in commercials for brands such as Vanish, Clover, and Honda.
In 2010, Danke furthered her education by completing a diploma in Management Studies at Wits Business School. Her career reached new heights in 2015 when she became the brand ambassador for the international baby products brand Philips Avent.
Danke’s talent and beauty also garnered recognition beyond her acting career. She was voted one of FHM’s 100 Sexiest Women in the World in both 2006 and 2011. In 2010, she received a nomination for a YOU Spectacular Award for Favorite Actress. She was also nominated for Best Screen Villain at the Duku-Duku 2004 Awards and earned the title of Best Dressed Actress in 2009 at the South African Film and TV Awards.
In 2016, following her departure from “Generations,” Danke took on a recurring role in the South African soap opera “Isidingo,” portraying the character Kgothalo.
“Isidingo” concluded its impressive 21-year run on March 12, 2020. Just before the show’s conclusion, it was announced that Danke would assume a leading role in “Gomora,” a new South African telenovela airing on the digital satellite and entertainment channel Mzansi Magic.
In 2023, Danke temporarily stepped away from her role in “Gomora” as she embarked on maternity leave due to her pregnancy.
Filmography
- What’s Bothering Marc Lottering
- 7de Laan
- Backstage
- Elna Liebe in Afrika
- Gomora
- Generations
- Isidingo
- Beyond The Veil
- The House of Kalumba
- The Town that was Mad (based on Under Milk Wood)
- King Lear
- The Suit
- Miss Tertiary Feel
Award
In 2010, Katlego was honored with the Best Actress award at the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAS) for her portrayal of “Dineo Mashaba” in the television series Generations.
Katlego Danke Net Worth
She has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through her career as an actress, radio DJ, and TV presenter.
