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Pearl Thusi joins the star-studded cast of the international series Average Joe. The show serves as a nice comeback for the South African actress, who hasn’t been on the screen for quite some time.
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Average Joe returns for Season 2, with the show shot in Cape Town, South Africa. More local stars are cast in the comedy-drama. Among those are Katlego Lebogang and Hakeem Kae-Kazim, who are added to the main cast alongside returning star Deon Cole.
Pearl revealed the great news to her online family.
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Pearl Thusi remains an internationally recognised star
The multi-talented star, known for her work in television, film and presenting, continues to expand her presence beyond South Africa.
Thusi has previously made her mark on international screens through projects such as Queen Sono and Quantico, further establishing herself as one of Africa’s recognisable entertainment figures.
The new comedy opportunity adds another chapter to Thusi’s diverse career, which has seen her transition between acting, hosting, entrepreneurship and entertainment projects.
She has also been involved in comedy-focused programming, including the Comedy Central Roast of Pearl Thusi, where she became the centre of a celebrity roast featuring some of South Africa’s biggest entertainers.
With her experience in drama, comedy and presenting, Thusi is expected to bring her trademark confidence and personality to the new project as she continues building her international profile.
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