Who is Dineo Ranaka? Biography and Wiki
Dineo Ranaka is a South African radio and television presenter, actress, DJ, and TV Producer who rose to fame for her work on radio and TV. She began her career as a radio trainee at 5FM and later joined YFM as a producer and then became the co-host of Essential Rush with Chilli M before she was made the main host after Chilli M Left.
Dineo’s Show, ‘Dineo Live on Drive’, gained her so much fame in South Africa and made her one of a few leading ladies in Radio in the nation. She then co-hosted Club 808 (a music show on e.TV) together with Moeti ‘Mo Flava’ Tsiki. One of her highlights was being a presenter on All Access and later hosting a music game show on the etv years after leaving Club808.
After leaving YFM for what she described as a ‘break from radio’, she made a return to radio and hosted a weekend show on Highveld Stereo now 947 but soon resigned due to the organizational culture which she said she did not feel that she fits well in. Dineo later made a brief return to Radio when she joined Cliff Central but could not hang in for long and quickly left the internet radio station.
Dineo Ranaka Age
Dineo is 36 years old as of 2020, she was born on December 16, 1983, in Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa. She also celebrates her birthday on 16 December every year and her birth sign is Sagittarius.
Dineo Ranaka Height and Weight
Dineo stands at an average height and moderate weight. She appears to be quite tall in stature in her photos. However, details regarding her actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
Dineo Ranaka Education
Dineo was born in Diepkloof’s Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, in South Africa. She was enrolled at Unisa where she graduated. She is the sister of South African well-known actress Manaka Ranaka. Manaka is famously known for her character in the long-standing soap opera Generations: The Legacy. In 2000, she played the role of Nandipha SWithole on Isindigo soap opera aired on SABC 3.
Dineo Ranaka Parents
Dineo Ranaka was born and raised by her parents in Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa. Our efforts to find out more about her family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of Dineo’s parents is still unclear. Nevertheless, this section will be updated as soon as it is available.
Dineo Ranaka Husband and Weddding
After dealing with baby daddy drama and a few heartbreaks, Dineo seems to have found true love at last. The celebrity took it to social media to express her feelings for a yet to be identified hunk. She has not possibly looked any happier before. However, we are keeping tabs and will update you once we get any related information to her boyfriend.
Dineo Ranaka Children
The beautiful Dineo is a mother to a couple of kids that she is raising now. She has a daughter with Blaklez, and she has clarified that she is not a single parent and therefore not raising them all on herself.
Dineo Ranaka Net Worth
Ranaka’s Net Worth is estimated to be between $1 Million – $5 Million (Approx.). She has been in the media industry for quite some time. She has no doubt amassed a huge fortune with the bulk of her wealth coming from her professional presenting career. Despite her obvious riches, Dineo prefers to lead a modest lifestyle. Her salary is still undisclosed but will be updated once we get it from a believable source.
Dineo Ranaka Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Dineo Ranaka.
Dineo Ranaka Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Dineo Ranaka
- Popular As: Dineo
- Gender: Female
- Occupation / Profession: radio presenter
- Nationality: South African
- Race / Ethnicity: African
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Dineo Ranaka Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 37 years (2020)
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
- Date of Birth: December 16, 1983
- Place of Birth: Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa
- Birthday: December 16
Dineo Ranaka Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: Not Known
- Weight: Not Known
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black
- Shoe Size: Not Available
- Dress Size: Not Available
- Breast Size: Not Available
- Waist Size: Not Available
- Hip Size: Not Available
Dineo Ranaka Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Not Known
- Mother: Not Known
- Siblings (Sister): Manaka Ranaka
- Marital Status: Dating
- Husband/Spouse: Not Available
- Children: Two Children
Dineo Ranaka Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: $1 Million – $5 Million (Approx.)
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: radio presenter
Dineo Ranaka House and Cars
- Place of living: To be Updated
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Dineo Ranaka Controversies: What Happened To Dineo Ranaka?
In September 2010, Fireworks erupted between singer Kelly Khumalo and Dineo Ranaka during rehearsals for the YFM and Chevrolet Divas party. A source told the Sunday World newspaper that things got out of hands after Khumalo arrived at he rehearsals more than two hours late. It is believed that Khumalo was not prepared for the gig, she was throwing tantrums and not following the brief.
The ‘moo moos’ hit the fan when Dineo, asked Khumalo about motherhood. Dineo states that she was sitting down getting ready for the rehearsal while one of her colleagues was interviewing Khumalo for an insert in Club 808 on camera. She says the interview was based on Khumalo’s music and she thought it had no depth because Khumalo did not have a new album out yet.
In February 2011, Dineo had a break on-air and was subsequently taken off air resulting in her content producer Bujy and co-host Linda Mbuso standing in for her. During the afternoon drive show, she began sobbing uncontrollably two hours before her show ended, when questioned about this by management, she said she could not take it anymore.
Sunday Word states that she was crying because she has a fight with YFM marketing manager Tamaria Motsepe, who had allegedly denied her the chance to attend this year’s J&B Met in Cape Town, Motsepe told the paper that Dineo was facing a disciplinary hearing, headed by station manager Tumelo Diaho-Monaheng.
J&B Met During the J&B Met weekend in February it was reported that she had lost it and that she went into a tirade on a bus, where she allegedly swore at Brenda Ngxoli and Palesa Mocuminyane. She then reportedly told Ngxoli and Mocuminyane off when they reprimanded her for complaining that Kenny Kunene took her friend and colleague Faith Mangope to Mzoli’s Buy and Braai Butchery in Gugulethu.
It is believed that ”Dieno was shouting and screaming, asking how Kenny can go to Mzoli’s Buy and Braai Butchery in Gugulethu with her colleague and friend (Fath).” A witness states that Mocuminyane jokingly said; ”Give another child a chance to enjoy him.” Dineo started screaming that she was going to teach both Mangope and Kunene a lesson while crying and swearing,” Dineo has since apologized for confrontation.
Dineo Ranaka Hypothyroidism
Dineo reportedly spent three days in the Life Fourways Hospital after she was admitted for a brain-related chronic illness caused by stress and hypertension. On February 24, 2011, Dineo was admitted and discharged after two days of treatment following her being diagnosed with hypothyroidism a brain shrinkage, and temporal lobe epilepsy.
She argued that it is this condition that has led her to change men as if they were underwear. She has two children with different fathers. She has also blamed the condition for her rude and uncouth behavior. It is reportedly that’s he was never in rehab, she was in the Life Fourways Hospital. Dineo states that she was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in 2004 and that her condition was under control until the J&B Met.
Dineo Ranaka YFM
Dineo became successful in presenting the Breakfast show. It was her rapid success on her Weekend Breakfast Show that made her the perfect candidate to take over from Chilli M’s show which aired daily between 1515:00 and 18;00 weekdays. Thereafter replacing the popular Vukani ”Chilli M” Masinga who left the show. She then proved the critics wrong and in less than a year, grew the stations listener-ship in the 3-6 pm time to 750,000 from the previous listener-ship of 600,000.
Dineo hosted the Dineo Live on Drive show making her YFM’s first female afternoon drive time jock and is second to be the only female afternoon drive time Radio DJ in the country. Due to the success of her show, she won the favor of clients such as Love Life, Sanlam, Samsung, Motorola, Vodacom, Cadbury, and Levis, just to name a few, requesting that she specifically run and drive their on-air campaigns.
Dineo Ranaka Club 808
During 2010 e.tv launched their lifestyle and music entertainment show aimed at the youth called Club 808 ”Make Some Noise”. It featured presenters Dineo Ranaka and Mo Flava in August 2010. In August 2010, Club 808 executive producer Zam Nkosi said; ”The show will be fresh, very contemporary, fun, flirty and lightly irreverent, with the tongue firmly in cheek.
It will certainly not take itself seriously.” The show currently airs on Etv. In April 2014, she was a roaster at the Comedy Central Africa’s Roast of Kenny Keene. She has also acted on Hustle a South African TV series in 2016.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dineo Ranaka
Who is Dineo Ranaka?
Dineo Ranaka is a well-known radio and television presenter, actress, DJ, and TV Producer. Dineo began as a radio trainee at 5FM and later joined YFM as a producer and thereafter a co-host of the radio show called ‘Essential Rush’ with well known Chilli M before taking over the show after Chilli M’s departure.
How old is Dineo Ranaka?
Dineo was born on December 16, 1983, in Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa. She is currently at the age of 37 years as of 2020, and she always celebrates her birthday on December 16, every year.
How tall is Dineo Ranaka?
Dineo stands at an average height, she has not shared her height with the public. Her height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.
Is Dineo Ranaka married?
Details about her love life are still under review. We will let you know when she gets in a relationship or when we discover helpful information about her love life.
How much is Dineo Ranaka worth?
Dineo has an approximate net worth of $1 Million – $5 Million (Approx.). This amount has been accrued from her leading roles in the entertainment industry.
Where does Dineo Ranaka live?
Because of security reasons, Dineo has not shared her precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of her house.
Is Dineo Ranaka dead or alive?
Dineo is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.
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