Who is Musa Motha, the South African Britain's Got Talent contestant?

Musa Motha's Britain’s Got Talent feature made him a fan favourite to win the talent show thanks to his charisma, humility and undeniable talent. The dancer made it to the finals, giving him a larger platform than ever before.

Musa Motha’s story has captivated Britain's Got Talent fans and anyone who has encountered the brave man's story. Despite his physical disability, he has gone on to achieve impressive accomplishments.

Profile and bio summary

The dancer has gone viral on multiple platforms since his Britain's Got Talent journey. Musa Motha’s YouTube appearances consisting of his performances have provided him with an entirely new set of fans that otherwise do not watch the show, generating even more interest in his life.

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How old is Musa Motha?

Musa's birthdate and month are unknown. But, it is widely reported that he was born in 1996, making Musa Motha’s age 27 in 2023.

What happened to Musa Motha?

Musa was diagnosed with bone cancer in 2006 at 11 years old. This led to his left leg being amputated, immediately crushing any hope for a professional football career, which he was already gaining interest in.

Musa had to accept his new path quickly but did not let that deter his ambitiousness. He decided to start dancing after he completed his treatment and recovery programme in 2010.

He began his professional dancing career in 2018 with the Vuyani Dance Theatre in Newtown, Johannesburg, which helped him reach his global accomplishments.

What song did Musa Motha dance to?

The amputee dancer's audition was considered one of the most outstanding in the show's history, with him dancing to Naughty Boy and Beyoncé's hit song Runnin’ (Lose It All). The successful performance saw all four judges simultaneously press the golden buzzer together, the first time any contestant had gotten a group golden buzzer.

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What is Musa Motha doing now?

Following Musa Motha’s final appearance in BGT, he has stuck with his profession in dance and other professional endeavours. Musa has been listed as a motivational speaker, entrepreneur, DJ, photographer, videographer, dog trainer, car modifier, and investor.

He has also been warmly received back in his home country. Since returning to Johannesburg, he has received various endorsement deals, including a new sponsored Audi A3.

Is Musa Motha English?

Considering Musa appeared on the British version of America's Got Talent, many wonder whether he is British, especially since his South African accent stands out. Despite some confusion, Musa is not British.

What country is Musa Motha from?

Musa hails from sunny South Africa. The dancer comes from humble beginnings out of Sebokeng Zone 14 of the Emfuleni Local Municipality in southern Gauteng, South Africa.

Musa Motha's net worth

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His net worth has yet to be confirmed. However, some reports state it to be around $130,000.

Musa Motha is a relatively new name in the global entertainment world. His quick rise to fame has seen his career skyrocket and has opened doors for a wide range of endless opportunities for the local hero, who has shown the world that you can achieve anything you set your mind to.

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