Nkosinathi ‘Nay Maps’ Maphalala is a South African actor, model, singer, and entrepreneur.
Most people know him playing Mxolisi Mdletshe on the South African hit television seriesUzalo.
He has also had prominent roles inThe QueenandIsibaya.
Nay Maps is a famous South African actor and musician. Photo: @naymaps (modified by author)Source: UGC
What else is there to know about the celebrated actor besides his life on the big screen?
His dress often earns him praise from his fans on social media.
Here is a glimpse at the actor’s details.
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He is the firstborn of three children born to the late Bishop Simeon Maphalala and his wife.
Maps grew up alongside his two younger sisters in Pretoria, South Africa.
He completed his primary school education at the Sunnyside Primary School and later joined Lyttleton Manor High School.
Five facts about Nay Maps. Photo: @naymaps (modified by author)Source: Original
After completing his high school studies, he joined the University of Pretoria.
What is the real name of Nay Maps?
Nay Maps' real name is Nkosinathi Maphalala.
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The ‘Maps’ nickname is derived from the actor’s real-life second name.
Acting career
Nay Maps had a passion for creative arts from a very young age.
He also starred as Mxolisi inUzalo.
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This list outlinesMaps' acting creditsover the years.
How did Maps manage to appear in three shows around the same time?
He appeared in a supporting role onImbewu: The Seed,Muvhango, andUmkhokha.
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He also stated that his passion and discipline helped keep him grounded when things got challenging.
Music career
Besides acting, Maps is a musician and has released several singles.
Describing his transition, Nay Maps referred to the experience as “captivating and quite satisfying.
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He said:
He expressed optimism about balancing his acting andmusiccareers.
What happened to DJ Sumbody’s wife or girlfriend, Tlotlo Sefoka?
Who is Nay Maps' wife?
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Nay Maps has not publicly disclosed having a wife or being married.
The actor keeps his personal life private, and no confirmed reports exist about his marital status.
Rumours have linked him to several women, including Nomcetho “Dot” Mthethwa, aSouth African singerand influencer.
Another ongoing rumor is about Hope Mbhele and Nay Maps' relationship.
The two co-stars have been spotted together in various video clips, allegedly as a couple.
In 2016, GuguZulu, aUzaloactress, dismissed dating rumours with Nay Maps, clarifying they were just friends.
Are Maps Maponyane and Nay Maps related?
Masego ‘Maps’ Maponyane is awell-known South Africantelevision show host, actor, producer, philanthropist, and entrepreneur.
He graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand.
While he shares the nickname Maps with Nkosinathi Maphalala, the two are unrelated.
Source: Briefly News
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