Luyanda Zwane
Luyanda Zwane | |
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| Born | Luyanda Zwane February 7, 2004 Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
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| Years active | 2022–present |
| Notable work | Sibongile & The Dlaminis |
| Modelling information | |
| Height | 1.65 m (5 ft 5 in) |
| Hair colour | Black |
| Eye colour | Black |
| Agency | Boss Models[1] |
Luyanda Zwane (born February 7, 2004) is a South African actress, model and influencer.[2] She is well known for her starring roles in the Mzansi Wethu telenovela Sibongile & The Dlaminis as Sibongile Mbambo and the drama series Shaka Ilembe as Vundlazi.[3][4][5]
Early life
Zwane was born on 7 February 2004, in Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa.[6] She has a twin sister, Lusanda Zwane.[7] She attended Kingsway High School, where she excelled in drama and matriculated with five distinctions. Although she didn't pursue higher education due to a rejected scholarship application.[8]
Career
Zwane made her first television appearance in 2022, playing the role of Lele in the e.tv series Durban Gen. In 2023, she played the role of Nomonde Gumede in the BET Africa telenovela Redemption.[9] She also appeared in the Showmax series Outlaws as Phumzile and in the Netflix short film Miseducation as Aphiwe Ndima.[10][11][12]
In 2024, she played the lead role of Sibongile Mbambo in Sibongile & The Dlaminis[13] and in the Mzansi Magic drama series Shaka Ilembe as Vundlazi.[14][15] During that year, she left Sibongile & The Dlaminis.[16][17]
Filmography
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Durban Gen | Lelo |
| 2023 | Outlaws | Phumzile |
| Classified | Amina | |
| Miseducation | Aphiwe Ndima | |
| 2024 | Sibongile & The Dlaminis | Sibongile Mbambo |
| Shaka Ilembe | Vundlazi |
References
- ^ "Luyanda Zwane". Boss Models. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Khulu, Ntombi. "Rising Star | Luyanda Zwane on making her acting dreams a reality – 'Rejection is definitely redirection'". Truelove. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ "Luyanda Zwane as Sibongile Mbambo – Sibongile and The Dlaminis". Luyanda Zwane as Sibongile Mbambo – Sibongile and The Dlaminis. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Mdaka, Zintle (2024-07-05). "'I sacrificed my dreadlocks for a lead role in a telenovela,' reveals Luyanda Zwane". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Sekgota, Hilary (2023-08-28). "'Shaka iLembe': Durban-Born Luyanda Zwane's Debut on Hit Mzansi Magic Show Wins Over Viewers: "African Beauty" - Briefly.co.za". briefly.co.za. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Keteyi, Oluthando. "Luyanda Zwane is the one to watch as she continues to clinch roles". www.iol.co.za. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Seleme, Rae (2025-02-08). "Former 'Sibongile & the Dlaminis' Actress Luyanda Zwane and Twin Sister Turn 21 - Briefly.co.za". briefly.co.za. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
- ^ Tleane, Lebo (2024-11-01). "10 Interesting Facts About Talented Actress Luyanda Zwane". Youth Village. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Ngenyane, Andiswa. "Redemption actress stirs up trouble!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Seleme, Rae (2023-09-14). "Luyanda Zwane secures roles in 'Outlaws' and 'Miseducation'". The South African. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Manci, Yanga (2023-09-15). "Luyanda Zwane lands roles in 'Outlaws' and 'Miseducation'". EntertainmentSA News South Africa. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ "Umlazi starlet Luyanda Zwane to showcase two new characters on Showmax, Netflix". SowetanLIVE. Archived from the original on 2024-12-10. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ "Five minutes with rising star Luyanda Zwane on her role on 'Sibongile & The Dlaminis'". TimesLIVE. Archived from the original on 2025-01-23. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Seleme, Rae (2023-09-02). "Actress Luyanda Zwane: 'Shaka Ilembe was life-changing for me'". The South African. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Seleme, Rae (2023-08-27). "'Shaka's girlfriend': Luyanda Zwane debuts on 'Shaka Ilembe'". The South African. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Shinga, Cebolethu. "Luyanda Zwane is leaving 'Sibongile and The Dlaminis'". www.iol.co.za. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
- ^ Mdaka, Zintle (2024-05-21). "Luyanda Zwane on why she left 'Sibongile and The Dlamini's'". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2025-04-05.