Tinotenda Chinyani is a South African based Zimbabwean model, actor, TV host and presenter born on September 9, 1994. He is known for co-hosting the e.TV breakfast show, The Morning Show.
Chinyani is the founder of clothing line @tiyani_afrika and director of GVO productions.
Tino Chinyani Profile
- Full Name: Tinotenda Chinyani
- Date of Birth: September 9, 1994
- Place of Birth: Harare, Zimbabwe
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Height: 190 cm
- Weight: 75 kg
- Occupation: Model, Actor, Presenter
- Instagram: @tino_chinyani
- Twitter: @tino_Chinyani
- Net Worth: Not Estimated
Early Life & Background
Tino Chinyani was born on September 9, 1994 in Harere, Zimbabwe but later moved to South Africa to futher his studies and career.
He grew up alongside his other younger siblings and was taught to know about the value of having a family by his parents.
He attended St John’s preparatory school and St John’s College for his elementary and high school education.
He also studied Marketing & Management at Monash University in South Africa.
Career
Tino Chinyani began as a model where he had won the Mr Monash in 2014
after being discovered and signed by one of South Africa’s top modelling agency, Boss Models in 2015.
Ever since he came to limelight, he has featured in campaigns for brands such as Polo, Axe, Garnier, Edgars and so on.
Chinyani had modeled for numerous brands both in South Africa and internationally such as Jet Stores and Mobicel. He also walked the ramp for top designers like Maxhosa, Sheria Ngowi, Tokyo Jmaes and Rich Mnisi.
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As a presenter, he made appearance on the MTV VJ search and later co-hosted the Channel O music lifestyle show top 5 Drive alongside Denise Zimba.
He became known for co-hosting the e.tv breakfast show, The Morning Show.
As an entrepreneur, he is the founder of clothing line @tiyani_afrika and director of GVO productions.
Personal Life
Tino was said to be in a relationship with the South African socialite Faith Nketsi, a rumor which was never confirmed.
He later revealed that he is expecting a baby with his girlfriend, Simphiwe Ngema, a South African actress and singer.
The two love birds later welcomed their child on September 13, 2020 where he shared a picture of both holding their baby with the caption:
Our gift of love to the world. 🌍⚓️ @tiyani_afrika
Trivia
- Chinyani had represented u19 Zimbabwe rugby and was also a basketball captain while at high school.
- He featured on the cover page for the popular magazine “Exposed”.
- He has worked with lots of footwear and clothing brands.
- He won the glam award in 2018
- He is known to have lots of luxury cars including Ferrari and Mercedes in his collection.
Associated With
Tino Chinyani is a popular model in South Africa just like Kimberly Kholiwe.