Kim Suzanne Engelbrecht, born on 20 June 1980, is a celebrated South African actress known for her dynamic roles in television and film. Engelbrecht’s journey into the entertainment industry began at a young age.
Kim Engelbrecht
| Born |
South Africa
20 June 1980 Cape Town, South Africa
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|---|---|
| Nationality | South African |
| Citizenship | South African |
| Years active | 1994–present |
| Notable work | Eye in the Sky |
| Awards | 2010 South African Film and Television Awards for Best Supporting Actress |
At just 12, she landed the lead role of Sara in the Italian production Sarahsara, portraying a 12-year-old Sudanese girl who swims from the Isle of Capri to Napoli in Italy. This early success marked the beginning of a fruitful career in acting.
Career
Engelbrecht gained widespread recognition for her role as Lolly in the popular South African soap opera Isidingo. Her performance earned her the South African Film and Television Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Soap in 2010. Engelbrecht’s talent and versatility have seen her take on various roles across genres and platforms.
In the 1990s, Engelbrecht also presented the local youth television programme Take5. She continued to build her career with significant roles in films such as Bunny Chow and Death Race 3: Inferno. Her portrayal of Mickey in The Flyer and Nancy in Boy Called Twist further showcased her range as an actress.
International Success
Kim Engelbrecht’s international break came with her role as Sgt. Noma Banks in the Syfy series Dominion from 2014 to 2015. She then starred as Marlize DeVoe in the fourth season of The CW’s The Flash (2017–2018), gaining global recognition. Speaking about her experience on The Flash, Engelbrecht expressed her excitement and the pressure of joining a well-established series with a vast fan base.
In 2021, Engelbrecht took on the titular role in the South African crime drama Reyka, a performance that won her another South African Film and Television Award for Best Actress in a TV Drama and earned her a nomination for an International Emmy Award.
Recent Work and Accolades
Engelbrecht’s recent work includes roles in the series Bulletproof and Raised By Wolves. Her portrayal of Reyka Gama in Reyka has been particularly celebrated, cementing her status as a leading actress in South Africa and beyond.
Filmography
Film
- 1994: Sarahsara as Sarah
- 2004: Boy Called Twist as Nancy
- 2005: The Flyer as Mickey
- 2006: Bunny Chow as Kim
- 2013: Death Race 3: Inferno as Kelly O’Donnell (Direct-to-video)
- 2014: Konfetti as Bianca Beekman
- 2015: Eye in the Sky as Lucy Galvez
- 2017: Dating Game Killer as Joanne
Television
- 1998: Isidingo as Lolly van Onselen
- 2012: Rugby Motors as Leona
- 2013: Wie is de Mol? as Herself
- 2013: Mad Dogs as Greta (1 episode)
- 2013: Geraamtes in die Kas as Aesha Abrahams
- 2014: SAF3 as Becca Connors (4 episodes)
- 2014–2015: Dominion as Sgt Noma Banks (Main role)
- 2017: Deadly Leaks 2 as Layla (Television film)
- 2017–2018: The Flash as Marlize DeVoe
- 2021: Bulletproof as Megan (3 episodes)
- 2021: Reyka as Reyka Gama (Lead role)
- 2022: Raised By Wolves as Decima (5 episodes)
Awards and Nominations
- 2010: South African Film and Television Awards for Best Supporting Actress in a Soap (Isidingo) – Won
- 2013: South African Film and Television Awards for Best Actress in a Soap – Nominated
- 2022: South African Film and Television Awards for Best Actress in a TV Drama (Reyka) – Won
- 2022: International Emmy Awards for Best Actress – Nominated
Conclusion
Kim Engelbrecht’s impressive body of work, spanning over two decades, highlights her versatility and dedication to her craft. Her achievements in both local and international productions have established her as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, earning her numerous accolades and a growing fan base worldwide.