Nthuthuzelo Prince Grootboom (born 1 July 1998) is a South African actor. He is best known for playing starring roles in notable television shows include Inimba (2025–present) as Mawethu Phakade and 1802: Love Defies Time as (2023–2024) as Melisizwe.
Prince Grootboom | |
|---|---|
| Born | Nthuthuzelo Prince Grootboom July 1, 1998 Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa |
| Other name | Prince Beez |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2021–present |
| Spouse |
Rorisang Mohapi (m. 2026) |
Early life
editNthuthuzelo Prince Grootbom was born and raised in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa, on 1 July 1998 to a Xhosa descent family.[1][2]
Career
editGrootboom made his television debut in 2021 in as Netflix drama series Jiva! season 1 playing the supporting role of Makhekhe.[3] In 2023, he upgraded his acting career, when he played the lead role in a triller series Fatal Seduction as Jacob Tau.[4][5] The same year, he played the lead role of Melisizwe in 1Magictelenovela 1802: Love Defies Time. He also appeared in SABC 1 soapie opera uBettina Wethu playing the supporting role of Xhanti Mayiza.[6]
In 2025, Grootboom became one of the greatest actors in South Africa.[7] He played the starring role of Mawethu Phakade in Mzansi Magic telenovela Inimba.[8] In May 2026, he made his debut in a film 180 playing the lead role of Zak.[9][10] He was ranked a 5 star performance rating for his role of Zak in Africa Ranks and featured in a magazine cover.[11]
Personal life
editFilmography
editTelevision
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Jiva! | Makhekhe | Supporting role, season 1 |
| 2023–present | Fatal Seduction | Jacob Tau | Lead role, season 1–3 |
| 2023 | uBettina Wethu | Xhanti Mayiza | Supporting role, season 4 |
| 2023–2024 | 1802: Love Defies Time | Melisizwe | Lead role, season 1 |
| 2025–present | Inimba | Mawethu | Main role, season 1–2 |
| 2026 | Blank Slate | Mr Tswete | Supporting, season 1 |
Film
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 180 | Zak | Lead role |
References
edit- ↑ Manuel, Marilynn (2025-10-11). "Who are Prince Grootboom and Rorisang Mohapi? A closer look at SA's newly engaged TV stars". News24. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ Sibiya, Sibongumenzi (2025-05-12). "Dancing Prince takes over acting throne!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ Kumalo, Nombuso (2023-11-27). "Prince Grootboom steps up and turns on the heat". Sowetan. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ Khulu, Ntombi (2025-08-15). "Kgomotso Christopher and Prince Grootboom dive into Fatal Seduction S2's emotional storm". News24. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ Lesemane, Lineo (2023-06-06). "Meet the stars of the new SA's steamy Netflix series 'Fatal Seduction'". The Citizen. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ Birjalal, Alyssia (2024-05-08). "Prince Grootboom, Amanda Seome cast in 'uBettina Wethu' season 4". IOL. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
- ↑ Geqiwe, Anele (2025-08-22). "Prince Grootboom has everything it takes to be a leading man". GQ. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ Sibiya, Sibongumenzi (2025-05-12). "Dancing Prince takes over acting throne!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ Mdaka, Zintle (2026-03-20). "Prince Grootbom to star in Netflix's '180'". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ Mandoyi, Sindeka (2026-04-28). "Man Candy: Prince Grootboom on growth, grounding, and leading his first film 180". Glamour. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ Ranks, Tosin (2026-05-18). "Ntuthuzelo Prince Grootboom — A 5-Star Force Defining Presence in African Cinema". Ranks Magazine. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ Lesemane, Lineo (2025-10-06). "Actors Rorisang Mohapi and Prince Grootboom are engaged". The Citizen. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
- ↑ Davechand, Chiraag (2025-10-06). "Rorisang Mohapi Announces Engagement to Prince Grootboom". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
- ↑ Kamko, Aphiwe (2025-10-06). "House of Zwide star Rorisang Mohapi and partner Prince Grootboom get ready to tie the knot". News24. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
- ↑ Sibiya, Sibongumenzi (2025-05-12). "Dancing Prince takes over acting throne!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
- ↑ Kumalo, Nombuso (2023-11-27). "Prince Grootboom steps up and turns on the heat". Sowetan. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
External links
edit- Prince Grootboom at IMDb
- Prince Grootboom at TVSA