Melody Nosipho Niemann

Melody Nosipho Niemann was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, to a South African Zulu Mother and German-born father. Melody was named after her parents shared passion for singing and choral music and was born with the rhythm and vibe of South Africa in her veins. Melody's mother, Jabulile Dladla, was a founding member of the world famous 'Soweto Gospel Choir', winning two Grammy Awards and touring internationally, so it's of no surprise that Melody was born a natural performer. Melody first signed with a talent agent at the tender age of 5 and quickly started booking commercials. She naturally transitioned to television and movies, which is where she discovered her intense passion for acting. Melody's first role was in the feature film "Spontaneous", starring Katherine Langford. Shortly after, she booked her first supporting-lead role in Hallmark's, "A Gingerbread Romance", where she starred alongside Tia Mowry-Hardrict and Duane Henry. She subsequently played in a supporting lead r