Jo-Ann Strauss

About

Jo-Ann Strauss is a South African media stalwart — a Cape Town beauty queen who turned her Miss South Africa 2000 crown into a lasting career in television and business. A longtime <em>Top Billing</em> face and Stellenbosch law graduate, she pairs glamour with serious credentials. Here is a closer look at her career in this Jo-Ann Strauss biography.

Jo-Ann Strauss’s Personal Life

Jo-Ann Strauss was born Jo-Ann Cindy Strauss on 3 February 1981 in Cape Town, South Africa. She rose from beauty queen to become one of the country’s most respected television presenters and businesswomen.

Jo-Ann Strauss’s Schooling

Jo-Ann Strauss graduated from Stellenbosch University with a BCom (Law) degree — believed to be among the first Miss South Africa winners to complete a full-time degree after her reign.

Jo-Ann Strauss’s Career

Jo-Ann Strauss is a South African model, television presenter, businesswoman and public speaker.

Who is Jo-Ann Strauss?

Jo-Ann Strauss was crowned Miss South Africa 2000 and represented the country at Miss Universe and Miss World in 2001, launching a long career in media and business.

Jo-Ann Strauss’s TV Work

Jo-Ann Strauss is best known for co-presenting the magazine programmes Pasella and Top Billing. In 2010 she co-hosted the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup for German television, and she has since become a sought-after businesswoman and UNICEF advocate.

Jo-Ann Strauss’s Relationships

Is Jo-Ann Strauss married?

Yes, Jo-Ann Strauss is married to Michael Held, whom she wed in 2012. The couple are parents to four children.

Jo-Ann Strauss’s Net Worth

Jo-Ann Strauss’s exact net worth has not been officially disclosed. Her income spans television, business ventures and public speaking.

Social Media

Jo-Ann Strauss is active on Instagram and X, where she shares her media work, business and family life.

Jo-Ann Strauss Q&A

How old is Jo-Ann Strauss?

Jo-Ann Strauss is 45 years old. She was born on 3 February 1981 in Cape Town.

What is Jo-Ann Strauss known for?

Jo-Ann Strauss is known as Miss South Africa 2000 and a longtime Top Billing presenter.

Who is Jo-Ann Strauss married to?

Jo-Ann Strauss is married to Michael Held.

Real name:
Jo-Ann Cindy Strauss
Occupation:
Presenter, Businesswoman, Model
Age:
45 years
Star sign:
Aquarius
Nationality:
South African
Birth place:
Cape Town, South Africa
Height:
N/A
Children:
Four children
Net Worth:
Undisclosed (estimates vary)