Gail Nkoane Mabalane Biography
Gail Mabalane is a South African actress, model, media socialite, businesswoman and singer. She is most notable for acting roles on South African television series “The Wild”, and recently starred on tele-novel series “The Road”, which airs on Mzanisi Magic every weeknight. She plays Thandeka Khumalo on Blood and Water which is only available on Netflix.
How old is Gail Mabalane? – Age
She is 39 years old as of December 27, 2023. The actress was born on December 27, 1984, in Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa.
Gail Mabalane Height
The star stands at a heigt of 5 feet 6 inches tall.
Gail Mabalane Early Life
Gail was born as the middle child into a family of 5, including her mother, her father, and two other siblings. Her mother first discovered her modeling abilities and entered her into her first pageant, Miss Tinkerbell at the age of 5. At this point, her whole family discovered her potential and all supported her. In 2005, the actress was a Top 5 Miss SA Teen Finalist.
Is Gail Mabalane married? – Husband
She is currently marred to South African Kwaito legend, Kabelo Mabalane. The couple tied the knot in a private ceremony on February 9th, 2013. They have since been together, and are blessed with 2 children.
Gail Mabalane Career
In 2010, she auditioned for, and got into the 6 th season of the Idols SA contest. She emerged part of the Top 10 during the finals in the same year. She was eliminated after singing, “Please Don’t Leave Me” originally performed by American Pop Rock singer, P!nk. In 2011, Mabalane made her major acting debut playing the role, Lelo Sedibe in the MNer Series, The Wild alongside popular South African actress, Connie Ferguson. The show was cancelled by MNet in 2013. She made her film debut in Zion, in 2012.
In 2015, Gail joined South Africa’s most viewed television soapie, Generations: The Legacy. For a second time, she starred alongside Connie Ferguson which whom she worked with on “The Wild”. She played the role of Sarah Westbrook. Gail has gone on to star in various hit TV shows in South Africa, including the most recent Netflix series, Blood & Water which also stars popular SA Hip Hop star, Nasty C.
Gail Mabalane Net Worth
Her net worth according to sources, it is estimated to be $2 million.
Gail Mabalane Movie
2012 – Zion
2023 – Indemnity
Gail Mabalane TV Shows
2010 – Idols
2011-2013 – The Wild
2013-2014 – Rockville
2015 – Generations: The Legacy
2015 – The Road
2016 – Rockville
2018 – The Imposter (TV series)
2020 – Blood & Water
2023 – Unseen