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Lorna Maseko's Biography: Personal Life, Schooling, Career, Family, Car, House, Net Worth

About

Lorna Maseko is a presenter, dancer and choreographer. She came from humble beginnings and grew into one of the most influential entertainers in South Africa. She's proven to so many that no matter where you come from you can rise up and become a star.

Personal Life

Lorna Maseko was born on 3 July 1983 in the Alexandra township in Johannesburg. Lorna Maseko comes from a humble family. 

Her father was a taxi driver and her mother worked as a receptionist and thus provided whatever they could.

Lorna Maseko l Source: InstagramNonetheless, she was a girl with big dreams. Her tenacity and thirst for success have led to her being one of the most celebrated personalities in South Africa.

For Lorna Maseko, the sky was the limit so whether it was being the best black female ballet dancer in South Africa or an award-winning cookbook author, she did it all and achieved success in every one of her endeavours. 

Lorna Maseko's Career

Lorna Maseko's cooking l Source: InstagramLorna Maseko inspires the youth in South Africa to do better and not let their circumstances come in the way of their success. 

Not only has she been able to turn her love for cooking into a viable career, but she also hosts a cooking show, “The Hostess with Lorna Maseko.”Lorna Maseko on her cooking show l Source: InstagramApart from her television career and being a celebrity chef, Lorna Maseko has also presented and produced an entertainment programme known as Afro Showbiz News

She is a skilled anchor, and that showed when she was chosen to address the crowds at the Global Citizen Dinner SDG2. She has also been the host at the VIP Lounge at DSTV’s Delicious Fest 2018.

Lorna Maseko presenting job l Source: InstagramLorna Maseko also featured on other well-known shows in South Africa, such as I Love SA, Top Billing, Afternoon Express, Expresso, and So You Think You Can Dance. 

Now, Lorna Maseko has a new show named 'Homegrown Taste SA' that airs on BBC South Africa.

Lorna Maseko's businesses

With her success in the corporate world, Lorna made more than enough money to establish a business. She has an event and lifestyle company called Fabulous Production.

Lorna Maseko's Relationships

Lorna Maseko and her ex-husband Gcina 'GC' Lukhele l Source: AnswersafricaLorna Maseko married Gcina “GC” Lukhele, a Joburg-based sales executive in 2010 at a glamourous ceremony at the Memoire Wedding Venue in Muldersdrift. 

However, after six years, her marriage collapsed due to an alleged cheating scandal. News about Lorna Maseko's divorce was announced by Grazia Magazine’s Twitter Page.

The television presenter and ex-husband Gcina “GC” Lukhele managed to keep things civil as she always speaks highly of him.

Is Lorna Maseko dating? 

Lorna Maseko and Floyd Shivambu l Source: Briefly

During an appearance at the 2016 YOU Spectacular Awards, Lorna Maseko presented an award to rapper Emtee. 

She openly stated that she was newly divorced and ready to get into a relationship with the award show host Ann Hirsch. 

She later went on to say that she was single and ready to mingle in July 2016 during an interview with Sowetan LIVE. However, she has also plainly said that she isn’t looking to remarry just yet. 

In 2019, news went around that Lorna Maseko and Floyd Shivambu were dating after being spotted in Melrose Arch soon after rumours of a rift between Shivambu and his wife Siphesihle began circulating. 

Lorna Maseko's Child 

After a lot of speculation about whether the famed television presenter was expectant, multiple sources confirmed that Lorna Maseko gave birth to her first child in 2021. The father of the child is reported to be Floyd Shivambu.

Lorna Maseko's Controversy

Lorna Maseko was dragged into the cheating scandal that rocked fellow television presenter Katlego Maboe. The two were said to have been involved romantically. 

Maboe spilt the beans and admitted that he got intimate with someone he was not supposed to be intimate with but denied having knowledge of his mistress's marital status. He also did not reveal the identity of the woman but Mzansi connected the dots.

Lorna Maseko's Car

In 2018, Lorna Maseko signed a one-year deal with Mercedes Benz South Africa and was the manufacturer's official brand representative. As part of the deal, Lorna Maseko was handed one of Mercedez's cars. Take a look.

Lorna Maseko's Mercedez Benz l Source: InstagramLorna Maseko's Net Worth 

Lorna Maseko’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 and $5 million. While most of her income is gathered from her TV presenting and entertainment jobs, she also earns through her business investments.

Awards & Recognition

Lorna Maseko's award l Source: Instagram2021: Nominated for “Best Food Program – Online and Streaming”, “Best Drink or Beverage Program”, “Best Social Media Short Video”

2020: Her cookbook won “Best Celebrity Cookbook” and “Best International Cookbook” at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards.

Social Media

Lorna Maseko’s Instagram - @LornaMaseko 

Lorna Maseko’s Twitter - @Lorns_Maseko 

Lorna Maseko’s Facebook - Lorna Maseko

Lorna Maseko’s YouTube - Lorna Maseko 

Q&A

Who is Lorna Maseko?

Lorna Maseko is a presenter, MC, Ballet Dancer, celebrity chef and Choreographer. She is also the managing director of Fabulous Productions. 

How old is Lorna Maseko?

Lorna Maseko was born on 3 July 1983. As of 2022, she is 29 years old.

Is Lorna Maseko still married?

Joburg-based sales executive Gcina “GC” Lukhele was Lorna Maseko’s husband until they divorced in 2016. Although she has made it clear that she isn’t looking to remarry, speculation hit hard in 2019 that she was dating Floyd Shivambu and even sired a child with him.

Real name:
Lorna Maseko
Occupation:
Ballet dancer, Choreographer, MC, and TV Presenter
Birthday:
3 July 1983
Nationality:
South African
Star sign:
Cancer
Birth place:
Alexandra township, Johannesburg
Height:
N/A
Children:
One daughter
Net Worth:
$1 million and $5 million,

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Lorna Maseko's Biography: Personal Life, Schooling, Career, Family, Car, House, Net Worth
Real name:
Lorna Maseko
Occupation:
Ballet dancer, Choreographer, MC, and TV Presenter
Birthday:
3 July 1983
Nationality:
South African
Star sign:
Cancer
Birth place:
Alexandra township, Johannesburg
Height:
N/A
Children:
One daughter
Net Worth:
$1 million and $5 million,

About

Lorna Maseko is a presenter, dancer and choreographer. She came from humble beginnings and grew into one of the most influential entertainers in South Africa. She's proven to so many that no matter where you come from you can rise up and become a star.

Personal Life

Lorna Maseko was born on 3 July 1983 in the Alexandra township in Johannesburg. Lorna Maseko comes from a humble family. 

Her father was a taxi driver and her mother worked as a receptionist and thus provided whatever they could.

Lorna Maseko l Source: InstagramNonetheless, she was a girl with big dreams. Her tenacity and thirst for success have led to her being one of the most celebrated personalities in South Africa.

For Lorna Maseko, the sky was the limit so whether it was being the best black female ballet dancer in South Africa or an award-winning cookbook author, she did it all and achieved success in every one of her endeavours. 

Lorna Maseko's Career

Lorna Maseko's cooking l Source: InstagramLorna Maseko inspires the youth in South Africa to do better and not let their circumstances come in the way of their success. 

Not only has she been able to turn her love for cooking into a viable career, but she also hosts a cooking show, “The Hostess with Lorna Maseko.”Lorna Maseko on her cooking show l Source: InstagramApart from her television career and being a celebrity chef, Lorna Maseko has also presented and produced an entertainment programme known as Afro Showbiz News

She is a skilled anchor, and that showed when she was chosen to address the crowds at the Global Citizen Dinner SDG2. She has also been the host at the VIP Lounge at DSTV’s Delicious Fest 2018.

Lorna Maseko presenting job l Source: InstagramLorna Maseko also featured on other well-known shows in South Africa, such as I Love SA, Top Billing, Afternoon Express, Expresso, and So You Think You Can Dance. 

Now, Lorna Maseko has a new show named 'Homegrown Taste SA' that airs on BBC South Africa.

Lorna Maseko's businesses

With her success in the corporate world, Lorna made more than enough money to establish a business. She has an event and lifestyle company called Fabulous Production.

Lorna Maseko's Relationships

Lorna Maseko and her ex-husband Gcina 'GC' Lukhele l Source: AnswersafricaLorna Maseko married Gcina “GC” Lukhele, a Joburg-based sales executive in 2010 at a glamourous ceremony at the Memoire Wedding Venue in Muldersdrift. 

However, after six years, her marriage collapsed due to an alleged cheating scandal. News about Lorna Maseko's divorce was announced by Grazia Magazine’s Twitter Page.

The television presenter and ex-husband Gcina “GC” Lukhele managed to keep things civil as she always speaks highly of him.

Is Lorna Maseko dating? 

Lorna Maseko and Floyd Shivambu l Source: Briefly

During an appearance at the 2016 YOU Spectacular Awards, Lorna Maseko presented an award to rapper Emtee. 

She openly stated that she was newly divorced and ready to get into a relationship with the award show host Ann Hirsch. 

She later went on to say that she was single and ready to mingle in July 2016 during an interview with Sowetan LIVE. However, she has also plainly said that she isn’t looking to remarry just yet. 

In 2019, news went around that Lorna Maseko and Floyd Shivambu were dating after being spotted in Melrose Arch soon after rumours of a rift between Shivambu and his wife Siphesihle began circulating. 

Lorna Maseko's Child 

After a lot of speculation about whether the famed television presenter was expectant, multiple sources confirmed that Lorna Maseko gave birth to her first child in 2021. The father of the child is reported to be Floyd Shivambu.

Lorna Maseko's Controversy

Lorna Maseko was dragged into the cheating scandal that rocked fellow television presenter Katlego Maboe. The two were said to have been involved romantically. 

Maboe spilt the beans and admitted that he got intimate with someone he was not supposed to be intimate with but denied having knowledge of his mistress's marital status. He also did not reveal the identity of the woman but Mzansi connected the dots.

Lorna Maseko's Car

In 2018, Lorna Maseko signed a one-year deal with Mercedes Benz South Africa and was the manufacturer's official brand representative. As part of the deal, Lorna Maseko was handed one of Mercedez's cars. Take a look.

Lorna Maseko's Mercedez Benz l Source: InstagramLorna Maseko's Net Worth 

Lorna Maseko’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 and $5 million. While most of her income is gathered from her TV presenting and entertainment jobs, she also earns through her business investments.

Awards & Recognition

Lorna Maseko's award l Source: Instagram2021: Nominated for “Best Food Program – Online and Streaming”, “Best Drink or Beverage Program”, “Best Social Media Short Video”

2020: Her cookbook won “Best Celebrity Cookbook” and “Best International Cookbook” at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards.

Social Media

Lorna Maseko’s Instagram - @LornaMaseko 

Lorna Maseko’s Twitter - @Lorns_Maseko 

Lorna Maseko’s Facebook - Lorna Maseko

Lorna Maseko’s YouTube - Lorna Maseko 

Q&A

Who is Lorna Maseko?

Lorna Maseko is a presenter, MC, Ballet Dancer, celebrity chef and Choreographer. She is also the managing director of Fabulous Productions. 

How old is Lorna Maseko?

Lorna Maseko was born on 3 July 1983. As of 2022, she is 29 years old.

Is Lorna Maseko still married?

Joburg-based sales executive Gcina “GC” Lukhele was Lorna Maseko’s husband until they divorced in 2016. Although she has made it clear that she isn’t looking to remarry, speculation hit hard in 2019 that she was dating Floyd Shivambu and even sired a child with him.