Introduction
Imari Visser is a South African marketing professional, photographer and public figure, known for her creative career and her marriage to celebrated cricketer Faf du Plessis. This biography covers her early life, career, personal life, achievements and interesting facts.
Who is Imari Visser?
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Full Name: Imari Visser
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Date of Birth: 1 May 1987 (approx.) OneCricket+2Zee News+2
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Birthplace: Sannieshof, North West Province, South Africa CricBites+1
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Nationality: South African
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Profession(s): Marketing professional, Photographer, Creative content creator CricBites+1
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Known For: Being the supportive partner of Faf du Plessis and for her own professional & creative pursuits.
Early Life & Education
Imari was born and raised in the town of Sannieshof in South Africa. OneCricket
She completed her schooling at Eunice High School, Bloemfontein. StarsUnfolded+1
For higher education, she received a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Financial & Business Management / Marketing from the University of Pretoria. StarsUnfolded
She also studied photography/design at Vega School of Brand Leadership, honing her creative side. CricBites
Career
Marketing & Corporate
Imari worked at Nimue Skin Technology, a notable South African skincare brand. She joined in a junior role and eventually held marketing/branding leadership responsibilities. StarsUnfolded+1
Photography & Creative Ventures
Alongside her corporate career, Imari has pursued photography as a passion. She manages creative projects — travel, lifestyle, portraits — and shares her work on social media. CricBites+1
Public & Family Role
As the spouse of a prominent cricketer, she often appears at matches, events and supports her family while continuing her personal interests.
Personal Life & Family
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Imari married Faf du Plessis on 23 November 2013 in a ceremony at Klein Zalze Wine Estate near Cape Town. OneCricket+1
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The couple has two daughters – Amelie and Zoey. OneCricket
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Family life is kept relatively private, with Imari balancing her personal, creative and family roles.
Physical Appearance
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Height: Approx. 5 ft 6 inches (168 cm) StarsUnfolded+1
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She is described as maintaining a healthy lifestyle, active in fitness and travel. MensXP
Net Worth & Social Presence
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Imari’s combined income sources include her corporate marketing role, photography business and brand collaborations. Her estimated net worth is roughly US $1 million (~₹8 crore) as of 2025. OneCricket
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She is active on Instagram and uses her handle for sharing photography projects and personal moments.
Achievements & Highlights
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Seamless transition from corporate to creative side projects.
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Maintaining balance between personal life (as a mother and spouse) and professional ambitions.
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Recognised for her supportive role, yet individual identity in photography and marketing.
Interesting Facts
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Imari and Faf are childhood friends who knew each other long before his cricketing fame. OneCricket
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She is a fitness enthusiast and regularly posts yoga/pilates or workout snapshots. MensXP
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She has a passion for travel and often documents destinations via her photography.
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Her Instagram photography handle is @imagesbyimari (or similar) where she shares creative visual work. CricBites
Conclusion
Imari Visser stands out not just as the spouse of a famous sports personality, but as a professional and creative individual in her own right. Her journey from marketing to creative photography, and her balanced approach to life, make her an interesting figure. As she continues her work and supports her family, she remains a role model for those looking to merge career, passion, and personal life successfully.
