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South African actress Gaisang Noge, best known for her role as Naledi on The Wife, recently shared a heartfelt birthday tribute to her father Dosto Noge.
Noge, a former Selimathunzi presenter whose charisma made him a household name in the 1990s and early 2000s.
Taking to Instagram, Gaisang described her dad as “the sweetest, most gentle man emhlabeni” (on earth), and playfully calling him “your favourite 90s it boy.”
“Happy birthday to the sweetest, most gentle man emhlabeni,” her caption began. “The man that gave me Jesus, Kaizer Chiefs and Michael Jackson – and the man who loved me first.”
In her touching note, she reflected on the deep bond they share, expressing how honoured she feels to be his daughter: “Oh, to be your girl child and to be loved by you was and still is such an honour. I love you, Toto.”
Her words were accompanied by photos of the two together, with fans and followers quickly filling the comments section with admiration for the father-daughter relationship.
Gaisang’s father, Dosto Noge, rose to fame in the 1990s as a presenter on the iconic SABC1 lifestyle show Selimathunzi. His charm, style and natural charisma made him a familiar face in households across the country.
Though well known in the entertainment industry, Dosto Noge has always been intentional about keeping a low profile. Despite his fame, he has consistently chosen to live a life away from the glitz and glamour, viewing his television career as simply a job.
In past interviews, he’s spoken candidly about refusing to be seen as a “celebrity,” often crediting his grounded nature to his focus on work and family, and returning home after shoots to a quiet life outside Johannesburg.
Beyond Selimathunzi, Dosto Noge has also contributed to other notable television projects. He was the host of the SABC2 financial literacy series Ke Zaka, aimed at demystifying the economy and educating viewers about financial schemes, investments, and improving financial literacy.
In 2015, he co-hosted the Mzansi Magic family reality series Please Step In alongside trained counsellor Angie Diale. The show focused on helping families work through complex interpersonal issues, earning praise for its emotional depth and social impact.
In 2022, Gaisang joined Kaya 959 to chat about landing the role of Naledi on The Wife and more.
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