Born on April 4, 1980, in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, to a Ndebele mother and British father, Benney grew up immersed in musical theater and modeling. After building her profile in South Africa, she moved to Hawaii, landing the lead role in the film
All for Melissa (2007). She later relocated to Los Angeles for further training and moved to Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland), New Zealand, which she now considers her permanent home. Her professional representation is managed via her
Jane Benney is a
versatile Zimbabwean-born artist, actor, singer, and designer. She is widely recognized for her breakout role as
Laleti in the classic South African comedy film
Mr. Bones (2001). [
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