Biography
Mpho Modikoane (born 10 June 1987) is an hilarious South African comedian and show host, known professionally as Mpho Popps.
He is celebrated by many television fans for his performance in the sixth season of the competition, Strictly Come Dancing, a South African reality competition in 2013.
He has gone on to become one of the top South African comedians.
| Mpho Popps: History, Bio, Photo | |
| Full Name: | Mpho Modikoane |
| Stage Name: | Mpho Popps |
| Born: | 10 June 1987 |
| Age: | 33 years old |
| Birth Place: | SA |
| Nationality: | South African |
| Girlfriend • Spouse: | Roseann ‘Golden Rose’ Hall |
| Occupation: | Comedian • Show Host |
| Net Worth: | $500,000-$750,000 |
Early Life
Mpho Popps was born in the 10th day of July in 1987. The popular comedian was born and raised in South Africa.
He was raised in a modest household by his parents. His ability to leave people in deep laughter dates back to his childhood.
He was known as the funny one by his friendship groups from a young age.
Education
Mpho Popps started and completed his primary and secondary school education in South Africa.
Career
Mpho Popps started his career in 2010. He made his debut in the comedy industry in the South African show, So You Think You’re Funny. The show was appreciated by fans to a large extent but his fame came through the reality competition show, Strictly Come Dancing.
He was thrown into the limelight as a result of this show. He has hosted the 24th and 25th edition of the South African Music Awards. He has also performed with top South African comedians like Trevor Noah and Marc Lottering.
The comedian has appeared in several shows. He appeared in the first and second seasons of the South African show, The Bantu Hour.
Mpho Popps performed in the third season of the Comedy Central Roast. He was a presenter for the South African 10 Over 10 and Your Perfect Sishebo shows.
Personal Life
Mpho Popps is not married but is currently in a relationship with Zimbabwean social media influencer Roseann Hall who is known as Golden Rose.
They performed in the Flip The Switch challenge and their clip was one of the top viewed YouTube videos at the time of its release. Mpho Popps has a six-year old daughter.
He opened and stated that comedy is part of his coping mechanism for dealing with and managing depression.
Social Media
Mpho Popps is very active on social media where he uploads pictures and shares hilarious content to his fans.
He has over a hundred thousand followers on Instagram and his account handle is @mphopopps.
Nominations and Awards
- Mpho Popps was nominated twice for the South African Comic’s Choice Awards
- He won the 2012 Newcomer Award at the South African Comic’s Choice Awards
Net Worth
The creative South African comedian and father, Mpho Popps has an estimated net worth of $500,000-$750,000.