Amalia Uys is an accomplished South African actress, producer, MC and motivational speaker, with a career spanning television, film and theatre. Best known to South African audiences for her long-running role as San-Mari van Graan in SABC2’s 7de Laan, Amalia has developed an extensive body of work across both Afrikaans and English-language productions.
A graduate of Stellenbosch University’s Drama Department, Amalia began performing professionally while still completing her studies. Her breakthrough came in 2006 when she joined 7de Laan as a principal cast member, remaining with the popular soap for more than six years. She later joined Binnelanders as Margot Brink, further establishing herself as a familiar face in South African television.
Her television career has continued to evolve, with credits including Desert Rose, Die Byl, Dinge van ’n Kind, Een Keer om die Son, Fynskrif, Suidooster, Spoorloos, Summertide, Plan B and Tuiskoms, demonstrating her versatility across drama, comedy and contemporary television.
On film, Amalia has taken on both leading and supporting roles in productions including Double Echo, Sink, Sy Klink Soos Lente and Vergeet My Nie. She has also worked behind the camera as a producer, production manager and costume designer, giving her a broader understanding of the filmmaking and creative-production process.
Alongside acting, Amalia is an experienced corporate MC and motivational speaker. Her extensive performance background gives her a confident stage presence and an instinctive ability to engage an audience, while her personal and professional journey lends itself particularly well to conversations around resilience, creativity, reinvention and pursuing a career with purpose. Her current professional representation specifically lists her as an experienced MC and motivational speaker for corporate and private functions.
Warm, articulate and highly experienced in front of both live audiences and cameras, Amalia Uys is a strong choice for corporate events requiring an established South African personality with credibility, humour and professional stagecraft.Languages: Afrikaans & English
Ideal for: Corporate MC • Awards Ceremonies • Conference Hosting • Motivational Speaking • Brand Events • Television & Film • Panel Discussions
