Boity Thulo is one of Mzansis biggest media personalities.

The entertainer has not been afraid to leave her comfort zone in the pursuit of the bag and fame.

Briefly News takes a look at her life, love and career.

Owning the throne: The rise of Boity Thulo and her media empire

Boity wanted to pursue studies in Criminology. Image: @boitySource: UGC

Early life

Boitumelo ‘Boity’ Thulo was born in Potchefstroom, North West.

She is the only daughter of Modiehi Thulo, her mother.

However, she was raised by her grandmother.

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She opened up about dropping out of university recently.

Thulo grew up wanting to be a criminal psychologist or serial killer profiler.

The entertainment game was not always where Boity saw herself.

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Sis had big dreams that clearly stemmed fromCSIor something.

At the time it was soul-destroying but Boity now sees the plans God had for her.

She then co-hosted on theSABC1 The Media Career Guide Showalongside Thomani Mahlaba.

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In 2012, Thulo starred on the drama seriesRockville, which was her first starring role.

Business ventures

Boity has always prided herself in being an entrepreneur.

In 2016, she collaborated with Sissy-Boy on a jeans collection.

Owning the throne: The rise of Boity Thulo and her media empire

Boity dropped her first single in 2018 to huge success. Image: @boitySource: Facebook

In 2018, she partnered with Impulse SA in creating limited edition fragrances.

A year later, Boity ventured into weight loss products and promoted some toning pills.

In 2020, Boity announced hair care products along with a perfume.

Owning the throne: The rise of Boity Thulo and her media empire

Boity joined Bonang in the world of luxury beverages when she launched her BT Signature. Image: @boity @bonang_mSource: Twitter

In 2021, Boity announced the launch of her new alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

Love life

Boity Thulos love life has always been a talking point.

She is known to have dated Khaya Dlanga and rapper Cassper Nyovest.

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Cassper and Boity got engaged but then they called off their engagement and ended their relationship in December 2015.

Boity alsodated club owner Stan, aka SOS.

Boity Thulo recently partied with him to celebrate his birthday.

Owning the throne: The rise of Boity Thulo and her media empire

Boity is rumoured to be dating Anton David Jeftha. Image: @boitySource: Instagram

Currently, the media personality is believed to be dating actor Anton Jeftha.

Fans love to see their favourite celebrities coupling up and Boity and Anton are definitely one of those pairs.

Having seen the undeniable vibes, the people felt the need to discuss the probably couple.

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Email: sibusisiwe.lwandle@briefly.co.za