Brenda Mhlongo is a multifaceted South African actress, singer, and dancer. She is very popular for many roles she had landed in the entertainment industry. She is a reputable person in the entertainment circle.
The acting sensation is very remarkable for casting in the Mfundi Vundla produced soap opera Generations: The Legacy. Many viewers of the show love her for playing the wife of Jack Mabaso ‘Nandi’.
She left the soap opera after being in the show for years and acknowledges her outgoing nature for her success. After her exit from the show, rumors circulated that Brenda got a sack later. She denied these unconfirmed reports.
Brenda Mhlongo disclosed to Drum Magazine that her contract had not been extended.
Early Life
Brenda Mhlongo was born on 14 August 1980 in KwaMashu, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. She grew up in the township 12 km north of Durban.
She started to exhibit her interest in acting in her teenage days. At sixteen, she started exploring her potential in acting.
She is famous for being a cast member of the soap opera Generations. She has not disclosed anything about her family to the media including The Nation. She is yet to also reveal her educational background to the media.
Personal Life
Brenda Mhlongo is married to the theatrical director named Edmund Mhlongo. The duo lived together as husband and wife for over 20 years.
Some reports covered that Brenda Mhlongo got married to her husband at the age of 18. She was heartbroken to hear that Edmund is married to another woman, identified as Nkosi Mpanza.
With his new bride, they celebrated their umembeso at her home in Mandeni in KwaZulu-Natal on Good Friday. These events allegedly happened without her knowledge or approval.
According to New24, the wedding happened behind her back. She is a mother of three children; Zama Mhlongo, Snikiwe Mhlongo, and Nethezeko Mhlongo.
Birthday celebrations come with a lot of boxes housing several presents, right? But Brenda’s 2018 present couldn’t be boxed, she was gifted a brand new BMW 2 Series. The convertible ride had a slick black interior. She couldn’t be happier.
Brenda has made a name for herself in the competitive entertainment industry. She has managed to balance her profession with her family duties.