Trevor Gumbi Biography: Age, Wife, Brother, Net Worth, Children, Movies, Weight Loss, First Spouse

Biography

Trevor Gumbi is a talented South African comedian, writer, and actor born in Durban on November 23, 1980.

He gained recognition as the co-host and voice-over artist for Mzansi Magic’s entertainment magazine show Headline (2010–2013) and is known for his lively presence on Twitter, where he has over 550,000 followers.

Gumbi starred as Gideon Gwinyimbuzi in the SABC1 sitcom Ses’Top La and hosted Msawawa True South with Trevor Gumbi on Mzansi Magic. He also writes monthly columns for Campus Cosmo and Cosmopolitan, portraying characters like an agony uncle and a professor.

His television credits include Van ‘n Sit on eKasi+, Friends Like These on SABC1, and the dark comedy-drama series The Sober Companion on SABC3.

Beyond television, he has performed at major South African comedy festivals such as Oppikoppi and Rocking the Daisies. His work has earned him nominations, including at the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTA).

Trevor Gumbi was previously married to Lucille Gumbi, and they share two children, Jamie and Jodie Gumbi.

Trevor Gumbi
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Trevor Gumbi
Born:	23 November 1980 (age 44 years old)
Place of Birth:	Durban, South Africa
Nationality:	South African
Education:	University of Johannesburg
Height:	N/A
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Gumbi
Siblings:	Sphe Ngwenya
Spouse:	Lucille Gumbi (m. 2007-2018), Nande Gumbi (m. 2020)
Girlfriend • Partner:	Not Dating
Children:	Jamie Gumbi, Jodie Gumbi
Occupation:	Actor • Comedian
Net Worth:	$1 million-$5 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Trevor Gumbi was born in Durban, South Africa, on November 23, 1980. Information about his early life is relatively sparse, but it’s known that he rose to prominence through his work in comedy and television.

Although his ethnicity is not explicitly stated in available public records, he is South African with Zulu heritage, which is common among many in Durban. The sources do not publicly detail Trevor Gumbi‘s religious beliefs.

There is little public information available regarding his parents. Trevor has one sibling, a brother named Sphe Ngwenya, also known as DJ SPHEctacular.

He attended the University of Johannesburg, where he presumably pursued his education, though specific details about his field of study or degree are not widely documented.

Career

Trevor Gumbi is a multifaceted entertainer who excels in comedy, television, radio, and writing. He rose to fame as a co-host and voice-over artist for Headline on Mzansi Magic (2010–2013), where his energetic delivery and sharp comedic timing earned him widespread recognition.

He is best known for his role as Gideon Gwinyimbuzi in the SABC1 sitcom Ses’Top La and for starring in the dark comedy-drama The Sober Companion on SABC3. His television credits also include Van ‘n Sit on eKasi+ and Friends Like These on SABC1. As the host of Msawawa True South with Trevor Gumbi on Mzansi Magic, he explored South African culture and entertainment.

Gumbi is a seasoned stand-up comedian who has performed at major festivals like Oppikoppi and Rocking the Daisies. His often satirical comedy delves into South African life, politics, and social issues. In addition to his work on TV and stage, he has contributed humorous segments to radio and hosted shows that showcase his personality.

Gumbi is also a writer, penning monthly columns for Campus Cosmo and Cosmopolitan, where he adopts personas such as an agony uncle and a professor, blending humour with advice. His active presence on social media, particularly Twitter, has helped him cultivate a large following through witty commentary and personal insights.

His contributions to entertainment have earned him industry recognition, including nominations at the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTA). Over the years, he has collaborated with numerous South African celebrities and comedians, contributing to projects that merge entertainment with social commentary.

Personal Life

Trevor Gumbi was born on November 23, 1980, making him 44 years old as of the latest update. He was previously married to Lucille Gumbi, with whom he got divorced in 2018 after 17 years together, 11 of which they were married.

More recently, in 2023, Trevor celebrated his three-year anniversary with his current wife, Nande Gumbi, indicating a new marriage. He has been married twice; his first marriage was to Lucille Gumbi, ending in divorce in 2018, and his second marriage is to Nande.

Trevor Gumbi has two children from his marriage with Lucille Gumbi, named Jamie Gumbi and Jodie Gumbi. There is no publicly documented information on Trevor Gumbi‘s height.

Social Media

• Instagram: Trevor Gumbi (@trevorgumbi)
• Facebook: Trevor Gumbi
• Twitter: Trevor Gumbi (@trevorgumbi) / X
• IMDb: Trevor Gumbi

Net Worth

Trevor Gumbi‘s net worth has been reported to be in the range of $1 million to $5 million, with estimates varying across different sources. His wealth primarily stems from his entertainment career, including his work as a comedian, actor, television host, and writer in South Africa.

His involvement in various TV shows like “Ses’Top La,” “The Sober Companion,” and his hosting gigs, along with his significant social media presence, contribute to his earnings. However, exact figures for his net worth can fluctuate based on new projects, endorsements, and other business ventures.

Filmography

Television

• Headline (Mzansi Magic) – Co-host, voice-over artist, and writer (2010–2013)
• Ses’Top La (SABC1) – Played the role of Gideon Gwinyimbuzi
• Msawawa True South with Trevor Gumbi (Mzansi Magic) – Host
• Van ‘n Sit (eKasi+) – Starred as Thomas Gumbi
• Friends Like These (SABC1) – Host, replacing DJ Sbu in 2016
• The Sober Companion (SABC3) – Star and co-creator of this dark comedy-drama series
• Rockville (Mzansi Magic) – Actor in this critically acclaimed drama series
• Lucky Truck (Mzansi Wethu) – Presenter
• 31 Million Reasons – Role in John Barker’s film
• Vodacom’s Brother Ubuntu Freedom ads – Featured actor
• Hippo insurance ad campaign – Appeared in advertisements

Stand-Up Comedy

Performed at major South African comedy festivals, including:

• Kings & Queens of Comedy
• Oppikoppi
• Rocking the Daisies
• Kingsize Comedy Jams
• Blacks Only
• Laugh Out Loud
• Arts Alive Comedy Festival
• The Divorce Tour – His one-man comedy show, which has also gone international

Other Notable Works

• Monthly columns for Campus Cosmo and Cosmopolitan magazines
• Co-hosted a multi-day conference for Nando’s with John Vlismas (2005)
• Performed at a large internal launch for McDonald’s (2006)
• Part of the FNB Lifestart campus road show (2006)

Web Series

Mentioned on media as involved in:

• Basketmouth’s My Flatmates
• Mark Angel’s Mr. Lawanson Family Show
• YAW’s Sparadise

Other web projects include:

• St. Franklin’s Street
• Lounge Wahala
• Kendrick

Film

• Mr. Easy Loo (2024) – Role not specified
• Piano Love (2024) – Role not specified