Bontle Moloi (formerly known as Bontle Jade-Lee Modiselle), is a versatile South African figure excelling in various fields such as acting, television hosting, radio presenting, dance, choreography, singing, and modeling. Her notable performance in the 2015 dance film “Hear Me Move” led to her nomination for the Africa Movie Academy Award in the category of Best Supporting Actress.
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Early Life
Bontle Jade-Lee Modiselle was born on October 7, 1990, in Soweto, Johannesburg. She was mainly raised in northeastern Johannesburg. She is the daughter of Percy and Grace Modiselle. She hails from the Tswana ethnic group. Bontle Modiselle has two sisters, Refilwe Modiselle, a model, and Candice Modiselle, known for her work in television. Sadly, their father, who was a model, passed away due to suicide.
Bontle Modiselle experienced a disturbing nightmare when she dreamt of her father’s tragic action before it occurred. She felt extremely worried and shared her nightmare with her parents, only to later realize it had actually happened. This caused her to feel guilty and emotionally distressed.
Early Education
Bontle Moloi completed her early education in her hometown, northeastern Johannesburg. She then pursued her higher education at the University of Johannesburg, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Corporate Communications.
| Full Name | Bontle Jade-Lee Modiselle |
| Known as | Bontle Moloi |
| Date of Birth | 7 October 1990 |
| Age | 33 Years Old |
| Place of Birth | Soweto, Johannesburg |
| Father’s Name | Percy Modiselle |
| Mother’s Name | Grace Modiselle |
| Siblings | Two sisters |
| Elder Sister’s Name | Refilwe Modiselle |
| Younger Sister’s Name | Candice Modiselle |
| Nationality | South African |
| Education | University of Johannesburg |
| Occupations | Actress, Television personality, Dancer, Choreographer, Singer, Model |
| Spouse’s Name | Ricardo Moloi (known as Priddy Ugly) |
| Date of Marriage | 28 September 2019 |
| Daughter’s Name | Afrika Bonita Lerato Moloi |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Career
Bontle Modiselle started her dancing career in 2007, immersing herself in dance classes led by seasoned choreographers. Initially, she appeared as a music video model and sporadic dancer for prominent artists such as DJ Tira, Rouge, and Major League DJz.
Her breakthrough into the entertainment industry occurred with the dance-drama film “Hear Me Move” in 2014, where she portrayed the character “Khanyi“. This concretes her path into acting. Subsequently, she graced the screen in various roles, notably featuring in the SABC 3 drama series “Thula’s Vine” as “Lindi” and the Mzansi Magic Lokshin Bioskop short film “Lokshin FM” as “Meme“.
Bontle Moloi volunteered into television presenting, marking her debut on the SABC 2 reality competition series “Showville” in 2016, co-hosting with actor Rob van Vuuren. Her presence expanded to hosting gigs at significant events such as the 2016 South African Film and Television Awards, alongside her sisters. She later took over as the presenter for the e.tv music show “Club 808” in June 2017, partnering with Lawrence Maleka until its end in March 2018. Continuing her hosting journey, she took on the role of presenting the second season of the SABC 1 rap-battle competition series “One Mic,” premiering in February 2019.
Before delving into dance, Modiselle showcased her skills as a choreographer, contributing to various events and shows. Notably, she led choreography for the African version of the MTV music competition “Lip Sync Battle” and contributed as a choreographer for the MTV Africa Music Awards 2016. Her prowess as a choreographer shone brightly during the Castle Lite Unlocks event in June 2019, where she served as the head choreographer for the Meek Mill-headlined edition.
As a dancer, Bontle Modiselle participated in diverse events, including the Basketball National League under the banner of “Set If Off” and The Multi Choice Diski Challenge.
Her hosting range continued to expand as she co-hosted the 27th South African Music Awards alongside Lawrence Maleka on July 31. Later on November 5, she secured the role of hosting the musical show “Telkom Monate Vibes,” which airs on SABC 1.
Bontle Moloi’s Net Worth
Bontle Moloi’s estimated net worth is around $500,000, accumulated through her multifaceted career as a dancer, actress, singer, television presenter, radio personality, model, and choreographer.
Awards and Honors
In March 2018, it was revealed that Bontle Modiselle had been selected as one of the new ambassadors for Revlon South Africa. Alongside actress Michelle Mosalakae and television presenters Luthando Shosha and Kim Jayde Robinson, she became the face of the brand. In a promotional campaign, Modiselle showcased her dancing skills to promote the concept of “Dance Proof” in relation to Revlon’s ColourStay makeup line.
Personal Life
Regarding her personal life, Bontle Modiselle is married to rapper Ricardo Moloi, who is widely known as Priddy Ugly, whom she met in 2009. The couple shared the news of their impending parenthood through social media posts featuring Modiselle’s baby bump, announcing the expectancy of their first child on 19 August 2019. They later tied the knot in a traditional African wedding ceremony held on 28 September 2019. Bontle Moloi and Priddy Ugly are now proud parents to a daughter named Afrika Bonita Lerato Moloi.
