Melissa De Vries-Joseph is a charismatic South African actress, dancer, MC, and producer renowned for her versatility and passion for the arts. Born and bred in Blackheath, Cape Town,South Africa, she pursued training at City Varsity and holds a Licentiate of Trinity College London in Drama and Speech, as well as an Associate certification in the same field. With nearly a decade of experience since 2015, Melissa’s career spans television, film, voiceover and live events, with standout roles in 'Mince Jou Hare', 'Arendsvlei', and 'Taktiek'. De Vries-Joseph is the founder of MDVProductions, under which she has produced five international award-winning short films. She has hosted prestigious and international events,including Hip Hop International, Redbull BCOne, Redbull Dance Your Style, Global DanceSupreme, as well as the Iconic Urban Awards. Melissa is also the creator and host of the television program, 'A Walk with Mel', which is currently in its twelfth season. She aims to inspire with her multifaceted talents,entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to her craft. Melissa’s philosophy includes the belief that your gift will make room for you, and that what's meant for you will never pass you by, this reflects the driving force behind her ongoing success.