Lerato Moloi Biography: Age, Ex-husband, Father, Mother, Child

Basic Information
Stage Name:	Lerato Moloi
Real Name:	Lerato Zah Moloi
Occupation:	Fashion Model, Entrepreneur, Actress, Television Producer
Date Of Birth/Age:	13 January 1985 (38 Years Old
Place of Birth:	Limpopo, South Africa
Gender:	Female
Nationality:	South African
Marital Status:	Divorced
Education:

Biography

Lerato Moloi is a famous fashion model from South Africa. She became the first black face to represent the brand Elizabeth Arden. Moloi initially showed interest in psychology, but she became passionate about modeling after visiting a modeling agency with her mother and sister. At age 17, Moloi began her modeling career and had her first shoot for Elle Magazine.

Lerato Moloi made the news in 2000 after an Agency told her in New York to lose weight if she wanted to be a model. In a statement to BBC News, she said, “Young girls in Africa are increasingly concerned with being thin-the more exposed we are to western media-the, more we buy into.”

She modeled Elizabeth Arden’s line known as “Eight Hour Cream” in 2009. She shared that she aimed to change the perception that women of colour do not need UV protection.

Moloi kicked off her acting career in an episode of the SABC1 drama Mtunzini.com titled “The Taxi Driver (Part 1)”. She has since starred in Tshisa, Thola, The Close Up, Muvhango, and The Throne.

Age

Lerato was born in Limpopo, South Africa, on 13th January 1985. She celebrated her 37th birthday on January 13th, 2022.

Ex-husband

Lerato Moloi met Sibusiso Hlatshwayo while they were in high school. The couple got together and dated until they graduated. They tied the knot a couple of years later. After a year of marriage, Lerato and Sibusiso divorced in 2011. The couple cited “irreconcilable differences.” They were blessed with a child who was born in 2010.

Lerato and Collen Mashawana also dated, but it did not work out initially. They dated again but parted ways again in 2016 because it still didn’t work out. Rumour was that there was no love between them to rekindle. According to reports, Lerato and Collen have stayed friends and co-parented the child they have together. Moloi once shared about them saying, “we’re parents to our beautiful song, and he’s a great dad.”

Father

There is not much information about Lerato Moloi’s father. He is late now. She paid homage to him on the 12th anniversary of his death in 2021.

Mother

Lerato Moloi is the daughter of famous South African actress Candy Moloi. In many interviews, Lerato has acknowledged her mom, the veteran actress, to be a significant influence on her life and career. Candy Moloi passed away in July 2020. Candy starred alongside her daughter on the hit show “Muvhango.” Her death was sudden and came as a shock to everyone in South Africa. There were no shared details about it.

Child

Lerato Moloi is the mother of two kids. Her first relationship produced her first child named Keoratile. She had her second child, Muhle, in 2010 while in a relationship with Sibusiso Hlatshwayo. The couple parted ways a year after she had him. She has maintained a good relationship with the fathers of her children.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Who is Lerato Moloi?

Lerato Moloi is a famous South African fashion model, actress, television producer, and entrepreneur. She became the first black face to represent Elizabeth Arden. She has made waves in the fashion industry.

• Is lerato Zah married?

Lerato Zah was married to her long-term high school boyfriend, Sibusiso Hlatshwayo, in 2010. The couple announced their divorce a year later, citing “irreconcilable differences.” She is currently not married to anyone.

• How many kids does lerato Moloi have?

Lerato Moloi has two kids from two different men. She had her first child, Keoratile, from a previous relationship. Her second child, Muhle, came in 2010 while she was married to Sibusiso Hlatshwayo.

• Who is Lerato Moloi’s husband?

Lerato Moloi is currently not married. However, her ex-husband is Sibusiso Hlatshwayo.

• When was Lerato Moloi born?

Lerato Moloi was born on the 13th of January 1985.