Who is Jenna Dunster? Age, children, partner, career, education, net worth

Who is Jenna Dunster? Age, children, partner, career, education, net worth

Jenna Dunster is a South African actress and writer. She made her onscreen debut in 2011, starring as Abby in Women in Love (2011). However, many people widely recognize her as the daughter of the late actress Elize Cawood. Her father is also a legendary actor and director known for playing Sid Keyser in the Konings.

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Jenna Dunster
Jenna Dunster is the daughter of actress Elize Cawood. Photo: @jenna_dunster on Instagram (modified by author)
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Indeed, an apple does not fall far from the tree. The untimely demise of Elize Cawood undoubtedly shook the South African entertainment industry. Her legacy will still live on for many years. Her daughter seems to have taken over from where she left.

Jenna Dunster's profile summary

Full nameJenna Jo Dunster
GenderFemale
Date of birth 09 January 1987
Age35 years of age (2022)
Zodiac signCapricorn
Place of birthSouth Africa
Current residenceJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
NationalitySouth African
EthnicityWhite
SexualityStarlight
Height in feet5’5”
Height in centimetres 165
Hair colourLight brown
Eye colour Green-blue
MotherElize Cawood
FatherWilson Dunster
SiblingsNone
Relationship status Single
EducationParktown High School for Girls, The Poor School
Profession Actress, writer, presenter
Instagram @jenna_dunster

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Jenna Dunster's bio summary

The actress was born in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa, into the family of Elize Cawood and Wilson Duster. Based on various sources, she is the only child in her family. Jenna Dunster's parents married in 1982. Five years later, Jenna was born.

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Unfortunately, her mother succumbed to cancer on 18 July 2018. She released a statement about her demise on Instagram. Her death was a significant loss to her family and the entire South African entertainment scene.

Despite growing up in a celebrity family, there is little to no information regarding her childhood. Nonetheless, she attended The Poor School in Islington, London, where she completed her acting studies. She was in the institution between 2007 and 2008.

How old is Jenna Dunster?

Jenna Dunster's age
Jenna is an alumna of Parktown High School for Girls. Photo: @jenna.dunster.1 on Facebook (modified by author)
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Jenna Dunster's age is 35 years as of 2022. She was born on 9 January 1987. According to astrology, she is a Capricorn.

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Career achievements

Jenna is a true definition of a jack of all trades. She is an actress, writer, and presenter. However, many people know her as an actress. Her journey in the entertainment industry began immediately after graduating from The Poor School in London.

Elize Cawood's daughter made her acting debut in 2008 in 7de Laan, playing the role of Terry de Klerk. In the same year, she landed a supporting role in Getroud Met Rugby. She has since appeared in several other notable movies and television shows.

Jenna Dunster's TV shows and movies

According to IMDb, the actress has 15 acting credits. They are as follows:

YearTV shows and moviesRoles
2011Women in LoveAbby
2012InescapableBetty
2013Ligte, Kamera ... Liefde!Cara Deetlefs
2013DonkerlandAnna de Witt
2014PandjieswinkelstoriesDinatjie / Young Han
2014Neem My Saam Hannah
2014BougainvilleaLola Lewis
2015Disremember Sarah
2015Dearest ElleElle James
2015-2016BloedbroersIna / Ina van Deventer
2014-2016SterlopersEmma Liebenberg
2017Skoon Anchen
2019Die Spreeus Annetjie
2019Deep StateAmy
2021In die Koningkryk van KoronaIngrid de Ridder

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Theatre performances

In addition to movie and TV roles, she has also appeared in theatre projects. They include:

YearProjectRole
2014Marat/SadeCorday
2013PhobicAnnie
2012Little FootCoco
2011-2012Abnormal LoadsKatrien Joubert
2007-2008LoversMaggie Enright
2007-2008A Doll's HouseMrs Linde
2007-2008Sweet Bird of YouthPrincess
2007-2008HayfeverMyra Arundle

Between 2011 and 2013, Wilson Dunster’s daughter also tried her hand the in the corporate and commercial world. She is known for her contribution in:

  • Xtra Space by Velocity Afrika
  • ER 24 Coroprate by Richter Medien
  • Siemans Corporate by Colliyer Lessick
  • Ensure by Red Cherry

She has also been a guest presenter at Kyknet Fiesta’s 2014 Idea Candy Ceremony Awards and Mooiloop, Blue Marble Entertainment’s 2013 travel series.

Lastly, she is the founder of Green Pulse Permaculture, a community initiative that advocates for a greener environment. The organization designs gardens for and with kids. They also arrange interactive workshops for kids from time to time.

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Awards and nominations

The actress has won three nominations for her work as an actress. They include:

  • 2012: 2012 Mercury Theatre Awards – Best Actress (Abnormal Loads)
  • 2013: Naledi Theatre Awards - Best Actress (Abnormal Loads)
  • 2014: Kyknet ATKV Mediaveertjies - Best actress in a series (Donkerland)

Who is Jenna Dunster's partner?

For many years, the actress has remained silent about her personal life. Therefore, it is challenging to ascertain if she is currently dating, married or single. The same applies to people looking for information about Jenna Dunster's daughter. She shares kids’ photos on social media but has never confirmed if she is a mother.

Jenna Dunster came into the entertainment industry a decade ago, but she has achieved more than anyone could imagine. The multi-talented actress has appeared in numerous movies, TV shows, and plays. She is also a TV personality and writer known for Dearest Elle.

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Rodah Mogeni (Lifestyle writer) She is a content creator with more than 4 years of experience. She graduated from Chuka University with a BA degree in Journalism and Mass Communication (2023). She joined Briefly in 2019. Rodah has been working as a health/fitness writer at BetterMe (since 2020), London Brokers, The Hoth, and Ardor Content. In 2023, Rodah finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques. Her email is rodahmugeni998@gmail.com