Vusi Kunene real name (Vusumuzi Micheal Kunene) is a South African greatly admired actor and one of the most talented television personalities best known for his roles in Jacob’s Cross (2007-2013, Paradise (2011) and as Jack Mabaso in the SABC1 soapie Generations The Legacy. He was born in Meadowlands, north of Soweto in Johannesburg, in April 1966. However, there has always been a lot of speculation about Vusi’s date of birth, reportedly born on the 13th but changed to the 12th due to superstitious beliefs. Kunene left Generations The Legacy to join Gomora.
He has been making headlines after it was revealed that he is the owner and founder of House of Zwide. Fans were amazed by his great achievement as they never thought their Jack Mabaso can be an extraordinary producer. He is also killing the lead role of Funani Zwide on the newcomer show House of Zwide that replaced the show Rhythm City.
The successful actor is undoubtedly one of the most experienced actors who have demonstrated their talents and consistency in the film industry.
Education & qualifications
Kunene first developed an interest in his acting at the Shell Road to Fame School of the Arts. In 1991, he registered at Wits School of Drama, from where he graduated with a degree in Dramatic Art.
During his student years at Wits School of Drama, Kunene became an active actor making impressive appearances in three different films, Drumbeats, The Line, and the mini-series Rhodes. Kunene proceeded with his studies at Wits with his talent to explore his potential to the fullest.
Family and Love
Vusi is a private man and information about his personal life is relatively scarce. His mother brought him up in different parts of Soweto since they did not own a house. Nevertheless, his mother permitted him to take charge in deciding his future, and that is the same way he is bringing up his children.
Vusi Kunene, the father of two, with many determined to learn about his family. Vusi Kunene has a daughter with Grace Mahlaba, an actress in Backstage soapie.
Career
Vusi has starred in several television movies/soapies
2000: The King is Alive
1999: A Reasonable Man
1997: Kini and Adams
1995: Waati
1995: Cry, the beloved Country
2007-2013: Jacob’s Cross (S3&4)
2016: Generations: The Legacy
2016: A United Kingdom
2010: Elelwani
2010: State of Violence
2010: The First Grader
2001: Final Solution
2000: The King is Alive
1999: A Reasonable Man
1997: Kini and Adams
1995: Waati
1995: Cry, the beloved Country
Nominations and awards
The actor has attracted several nominations and awards for his skilful productions.
2016: Golden Horn Award for Best Actor for the soap IsiBaya.
2011: Golden Horn Award for Best Actor for the drama Soul City
Jack Mabaso Net worth
As the highest-paid actor on SABC 1 soapie Generations The Legacy, where he plays Jack Mabaso, Vusi Kunene’s Net Worth is R7 million.