Robert Noah is a popular well-known chef, entrepreneur, and internet personality. Robert Noah is famous as the father of Trevor Noah (a famous comedian in South Africa). His son Trevor Noah has featured as a host in “The Daily Show” and also held many stand-up comedy shows in South Africa.
Robert Noah with her son Trevor Noah
Robert worked as a chef in New York and Canada and opened his first integrated restaurant in Johannesburg. Check all the details below about Robert Noah’s (Trevor Noah’s Father) Wiki, Age, Height, Wife, Parents, Net Worth, Biography & More.
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Robert Noah Wiki/Biography
Robert Noah was born between 1935-1938 (Age: 85-88 years; As of 2023) of Swiss-German ancestry. His profession is as a businessman and chef. His ethnicity is White and his nationality is American. He follows Christianity (religion). He is famous as the father of Trevor Noah.
Robert Noah Educational Qualification
He completed his schooling at a local high school in his hometown. After this, he doesn’t disclose anything about his educational details but he is a well-educated man.
Robert Noah Height & Weight
- Height: 5′ 8″ inches
- Weight: 59-63 kg (approx.)
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Salt & Pepper
- Hair Length: Short
Robert Noah Family & Parents
Robert was born into a middle-class family to Swiss-German parents. He is a loving son of his parents. He doesn’t disclose anything about his father and mother.
Robert Noah son and mother in law
He also never shared the photos of his parents. His wife’s mother’s name is Nomaliza Frances Noah.
Robert Noah’s Wife, Girlfriend & Children
He is a smart young man. In the 1980s, Robert went to South Africa for some marketing work and there he met Patricia Nombuyiselo Noah. He never shared about his past relationships except with Patricia. After their first meeting, Robert and Patricia fell in love. At that time, Robert age was 46 years old and Nombuyiselo age was just 24 years old. At that time in the 1980s, it was a crime for Africans to marry Whites.
Robert Noah wife Patricia Nombuyiselo with his son
At that time, both kept their relationship private for some months. On 20th February 1984, after the birth of their son Trevor Noah, many problems started because the Police officials came to know that a black woman had a relationship with a white man.
Childhood image of Robert Noah son Trevor Noah
After this, his wife Patricia Nombuyiselo was sent to jail and was also fined. Also, Trevor was sent to his maternal grandmother’s house. According to the sources, she married Ngisaveni Abel Shingange in the early 1990s.
Robert Noah son Trevor with Roger Federer
They have also two children together named Issac and Andrew. Although, Ngisaveni used to beat Patricia with bicycle straps. She fled her house with her children. According to the sources, she decided to tie the knot with Sfiso Khoza in 2009. His ex-husband Abel became so jealous that he shot Patricia Noah in her face many times. Although, Abel shot her in the jaw, which made her difficult to even speak but she survived.
Who is Robert Noah’s Son Trevor Noah?
Trevor Noah is the son of Robert Noah and Patrician Nombuyiselo. On 20th February 1984, they welcomed their son Trevor Noah. At present, Trevor Noah is a famous actor, television presenter, comedian, host, and writer from South Africa.
Trevor Noah book Born A Crime
Trevor is famous for his amazing acting skills and also for his pitching tone. He is a best comedian and most of his jokes are relatable to the people. Trevor was also featured in South African Broadcasting Corporation, Strictly Come Dancing, The Daily Show, etc. He also wrote a book named “Born a Crime”, which is based on his real-life events.
Robert Noah’s Separation from Trevor Noah
On 20th February 1984, after the birth of their son Trevor Noah, many problems started because the Police officials came to know that a black woman had a relationship with a white man. After this, his wife Patricia Nombuyiselo was sent to jail and was also fined. He was unable to meet his son in these circumstances because the Police officials would jail them.
In the 1980s, racism was at its peak. According to the sources, he met his son Trevor on Sundays only and they both go to the restaurants to eat his son’s favorite dish. Later, Robert moved to Cape Town, South Africa from Johannesburg. After this, he didn’t meet for around seven years. So, Trevor thought that his father didn’t love him because he didn’t meet him. After seven years, Robert met his son Trevor and came to know that his father loves him more than anyone else.
Robert Noah Career & Profession
He doesn’t disclose anything about himself. But his son Trevor Noah disclose that his father Robert Noah was a chef. Also, Trevor said that he opened a restaurant in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa for the Whites and Blacks. Robert’s restaurant was going well but after some time, his license was canceled because of necessity. According to the sources, Robert Noah worked as a chef in Canada and New York.
Robert Noah’s Net Worth & Income
Robert Noah’s net worth is estimated at approx. $1-2 million dollars. He is a famous well-known chef, entrepreneur, and internet personality. He earns a good income from his chef profession. He lives joyfully with his family.
Robert Noah Social Handles
- Instagram: TrevorNoah
Robert Noah Amazing Facts
- He belongs to the Swiss-German ancestry.
- He is a social activist and loves to help children.
- In early 1980, Robert went to Johannesburg and later moved to Cape Town, South Africa.
- He is completely against racism and decided to open a restaurant in Johannesburg for blacks and whites.
- His hometown is estimated to be in Switzerland or Germany.
- Some peoples believe that Robert has some hidden profession but he introduced himself to the world as a chef.
- Robert kept all the cutouts of news in which his son has appeared.
- He doesn’t disclose anything about his other weddings and relationships.
- He loves his son and always tried to spend more time with him.
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