In the world of fashion and modeling, Melinda Bam stands out as a model and the titleholder of many beauty pageants who was crowned Miss South Africa 2011. According to her wiki, she was born on 14 May 1989 in Pretoria, South Africa making her present age 28. Her birth name is Melinda de Kok. She was the official representative of her country in Miss Universe 2012 and was able to include her name in the Top 10 list. The model worked with South African swimwear brand Dax Martin and currently is a South African director plus has a swimwear line called Bombshell. She became interested in modeling and has been featured in the covers of various magazines. Most of us wanted to know about Melinda Bam including her bio, wiki, net worth, dating, husband, contact, etc. which is given below.
Early Life and Education
How was Melinda’s childhood?
Melinda was born to Reverend Deon de Kok (father) and Wanda (mother). She was raised in South Africa by her parents along with an older sister Melissa. She has German ancestry and belongs to white ethnicity holding South African nationality. At the age of 11, she suffered from a tragedy as her dad committed suicide. However, her mother remarried to Neil Bam which brought joy once again in the family. The model regards Neil as her godfather thus; she changed the surname to Bam.
Talking about her education, she joined the University of Pretoria and studied B.Com Marketing.
Career and Professional Life
How is the model handling her career?
Bam started her career in the entertainment industry by participating in the beauty pageant Miss South Africa 2011. That event was held at the Sun City on 11 December 2011. She won the title on the first attempt. She decided to participate in Miss Universe 2012 instead of Miss World 2012. She was able to influence judges by the beauty and confidence which assisted her to be placed among the Top 10. The beauty has also got the experience by participating in various beauty pageants including Miss Tropika plus Me Waterkloof and Candy Girl.
From 2013, Melinda is serving as National Executive for the Miss South Africa Pageant. The model is also appointed to arrange the potential sponsors for the pageant. She also guides as well as prepares the outgoing queen for both Miss Universe and Miss World.
Personal Life
Who is Melinda’s husband?
It’s a bad news for those who had a crush on Melinda as she dated Mr. South Africa 2011, Adrian Bergh and the couple got engaged in 2013. There is no any rumor about her affair and dating with other guys. The couple got married at Oakfield Farm, Gauteng, South Africa in 2014 and now they are leading their life happily. Bam and her husband have not planned for a baby yet.
Body Measurements
Her physical features
Melinda is blessed with the good height of 5 ft 7 in. The information about her body measurement and weight is still unknown. The Taurus lady has brown colored eyes and blonde hair. She is slim and looks physically fit. Her dress and feet size is also unknown.
Salary and Net worth
About Melinda’s lifestyle and earnings
Melinda is a versatile model and has shown her versatility by establishing herself as an author, painter, and fashion designer. She is involved with many agencies and magazines. Her net worth is estimated to be $7 million showing a high profile lifestyle.
Wiki and Facts
Some unknown facts about the model
Melinda’s bio is available on the several wiki sites. She is a Motivational Speaker and hosts many events. Contact her through her official Facebook page or join on Twitter plus Instagram @melindabam.