The celebrated comedian often mentions his parents when talking about his homeland.
Trevor’s story is one of an inspiring rise from grass to grace.
The renowned comedian grew up in a biracial family in SouthAfricawhen apartheid was rife.
Trevor Noah’s mother and father. Photo: @kitabeinbahutsi (modified by author)Source: UGC
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The comedian’s father is known asRobert Noah.
He was born in Switzerland sometime between 1935 and 1938.
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His parents were of mixed Swiss and German ancestry.
Today, Robert is an established chef and entrepreneur who likes to maintain a low profile.
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Who is Trevor Noah’s mother?
Trevor’s mother is called Patricia Nombuyiselo.
She is a South African woman of Xhosa origin.
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She was born in South Africa to Temperance and Nomalizo Frances.
Like Robert, Patricia Noah’s images can barely be found online.
Patricia and Robert had an illicit affair back when apartheid was rampant in South Africa.
Trevor Noah at the Paramount Emmy Party held at Catch Steak on September 10, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Gilbert FloresSource: Getty Images
The two did not get married but had a son named Trevor.
Still, Robert was quite involved in his son’s life during his first 13 years.
After that, the two grew apart after Trevor’s mother married a man known as Ngisaveni Abel Shingange.
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She and Abel divorced in 1996, after which she married Sfiso Khoza.
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Where did Trevor’s parents meet?
Trevor Noah arrives to the 74th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards held at the Microsoft Theater on September 12, 2022. Photo: Trae PattonSource: Getty Images
Robert and Patricia met in Johannesburg in an apartment where they both lived.
Patricia, having had a rough childhood, felt safe around Robert.
Trevor Noah’s parents' photos are barely available online, partially due to the secrecy surrounding their relationship.
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Why did Trevor stop visiting his father?
When Trevor was young, he and his father would regularly meet in a park in Yeoville.
They did this to keep their relationship private.
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This stemmed from the restrictions prohibiting interracial marriages at the time.
Additionally,the renowned comedianwould call his dad by his name, Robert, and not the title dad.
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The two then drifted apart when Trevor’s mum remarried.
The comedian’s stepfather cut all communication between Robert and his son.
Things got even worse for Trevor and Robert’s bond when the latter relocated from Johannesburg toCape Town.
Did Trevor and his father ever reconnect?
Yes, the two would later reconnect years later, when Noah was 24.
Eventually, Robert received and replied to one of the letters, inviting his son to Switzerland.
The two have remained in touch since then.
What do Trevor’s parents do?
Patricia runs a property company in Johannesburg, Trevor Noah’s childhood home.
Robert, on the other hand, is an accomplished chef in Switzerland.
His restaurantbusinessbecame a huge success, making his competitors incredibly jealous.
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Since then, he has worked as a chef in Canada, USA, and Switzerland.
Who are Trevor Noah’s brothers?
Noah has two stepbrothers namedIsaac and Andrew.
The two were born after Patricia married Abel.
Trevor Noah’s brother, Isaac, often comes up in the comedian’s shows.
How old is Trevor Noah?
Thepopular comedianwas born on 20 February 1984, making him 38 years old as 0f 2022.
Where was Patricia Noah born?
Where was Robert Noah born?
Trevor’s father was born in Switzerland.
His parents were of mixed Swiss and German ancestry.
There are barely any of Trevor Noah’s mother and father’s images on the internet today.
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