Madam Boss
Madam Boss | |
|---|---|
| Born | Tarisai Cleopatra Munetsiwa April 16, 1985 |
| Nationality | Zimbabwean |
| Other names | Tyra Chikocho |
| Citizenship | Zimbabwean |
| Occupations |
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| Known for | Comedy, Acting |
| Television | SABC 1 (Ubettina Wethu) |
| Spouse | Ngonidzaishe Munetsiwa |
Tarisai Cleopatra Munetsiwa popularly known as Madam Boss is a Zimbabwean comedian, socialite,[1] music artist[2] and actress.[3][4]
Early background[edit]
Madam Boss was born in Harare in 1985. She grew up in Madziva village in Zimbabwe.[5]
Career[edit]
Madam Boss started her career as a gospel music artist when she released her debut album titled Sunungura.[6] She became prominent as a comedian socialite when she started doing comedy skits as a maid which circulated on social media. She become the first Zimbabwean comedian to reach 1 million followers on Facebook.[7][8] In 2021 she began an acting career when she was cast in a Nollywood series titled The Offspring.[9] She was then cast for a role in South Africa’s SABC 1[10] drama series Ubettina Wethu.[11] In July 2021, it was announced that Madam Boss was to act in a South African-produced Netflix film called The Bad Bishop.[12]
In May 2022, it was announced that a movie titled Becoming Madam Boss inspired by her true life story had begun shooting [1]
She is the brand ambassador of RwandAir[13][14] as well as other corporates which include Net*One,[15] Nyaradzo Group[16] and Ingwebu Breweries.[17][18]
Awards[edit]
- Social Media Brand of the year - Zimbabwe Business Awards 2017[19]
- Socialite of the year - Zimbabwe Social Media Awards 2018[20]
- People's Choice - Zimbabwe International Women Awards 2018[21]
- Women Of The Year Award In Digital And Social Media - Zimbabwe National Women’s Awards 2018[22]
- Influencer of the Year - Zimbabwe Achievers Awards 2021 (nominated)[23]
- E! Entertainment People's Choice Awards - African Social Star winner 2021[24][25]
Personal life[edit]
She is married to Ngonidzaishe Munetsiwa since 2021.[26]
References[edit]
- ^ Rungisa, Tatenda (2020-10-12). "How Tyra Chikocho "Madam Boss" Built an International Brand Despite the Odds Being Stacked Against Her". The Weight She Carries. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Three things you didn't know about Madam Boss". Zimbo Jam. 2018-11-20. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ Chronicle, The. "JUST IN: Madam Boss clinches yet another role on SA telenovela". The Chronicle. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Madam Boss Shares Her Biggest Success So Far!". Nakiso TV. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ Herald, The. "Twists & turns of Madam Boss' journey". The Herald.
- ^ "Tyra Chikocho: From maid to Madam Boss". The Standard. 2017-09-03. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "A million followers for Madam Boss… comedian targets a million dollars". Nehanda Radio. 2021-07-07. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Madam Boss Becomes First Zimbabwean Comedienne To Amass 1 Million Followers On Facebook – ZimEye". Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ Mupoperi, Elsie (2021-04-26). "WATCH: Madam boss speaks on Nollywood experience". ZBC NEWS. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Madam Boss steps into the big time". 15 May 2021.
- ^ "Madam Boss breaks into Mzansi showbiz". 3 May 2021.
- ^ Madam Boss and Sandra Ndebele to star in new Netflix movie
- ^ "Madam Boss Appointed RwandAir Ambassador". Global Circulate. 2021-06-22. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Madam Boss Appointed RwandAir Ambassador". NewZimbabwe.com. 2021-06-21. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Madam Boss Joins NetOne as its Brand Ambassador". 20 July 2018.
- ^ "Nyaradzo Group spotlights celebrity Madam Boss as she shows off Sahwira wear". 7 June 2021.
- ^ Chronicle, The. "Why Madam Boss was appointed Ingwebu Breweries brand ambassador". The Chronicle. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ Chronicle, The. "Why Madam Boss is emerging as Zimbabwe's corporate face". The Chronicle. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Pics! Zim Celebs Win at Zimbabwe Business Awards". Youth Village Zimbabwe. 2017-12-12. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Chirisa, Madam Boss top social media awards". NewsDay Zimbabwe. 2018-11-19. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Janet Manyowa, Madam Boss, Kim Jayde Robinson win at 2018 Women's Awards". Zimbo Jam. 2018-11-05. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Madam boss wins woman of the Year Award". theZimbabweNewsLive. 2018-10-21. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Zim Achievers Awards UK 10th Anniversary Nominees Announced". NewZimbabwe.com. 2021-07-10. Retrieved 2021-08-10.
- ^ "Tyra Chikocho crowned African Social Star at People's Choice Awards!". The South African. December 1, 2021.
- ^ Morkel, Compiled by Graye. "TikTok sensation Tyra Chikocho wins African Social Star at People's Choice Awards". Channel.
- ^ Herald, The. "Wedding bells ring for Chikocho". The Herald. Retrieved 2021-08-10.