Legendary actor Ntate Sello Motloung has died aged 55.
SELLO MOTLOUNG DIES
The family of The Wife actor, Sello Motloung confirms in a statement to TshisaLIVE that he died on Sunday, 15 September.
“His family is in shock, and we ask that you give them space during this time. Sello will forever be remembered as one of our legends and we will miss him tremendously.”
The SABC also pays tribute to the actor on social media: “The SABC is profoundly saddened by the passing of Ntate Sello Motloung. His significant role in shaping the entertainment landscape will never be forgotten. The SABC extends its heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans.”
TVSA reports that Motloung is best known for his roles in Backstage, Isidingo, Madam and Eve, Soul City, The Wife, Lithapo, Generations, Justice for All and many more.
The South African will give an update on his cause of death, memorial and funeral services as soon as possible.
SOUTH AFRICANS PAY TRIBUTE TO ‘THE WIFE’ ACTOR
@Ihhashi_Turkei: “Hawu, what a loss to the industry. May his soul RIP.”
@khandizwe_chris: “We are losing so many thespians these days.”
@MissveeNg: “I don’t know if you guys notice this pattern. A famous person dies, few days later another one dies.”
@Ke__Lebohang: “What happened?? He is busy with 016 Mos and he looked well.”
@khumo34880: “May his soul rest in peace. What will happen to Empini he just joined recently.”
@thapelomorongoa: “Condolences to the family for their loss. I remember him as Kgosi from The Wife last year.”
@thabelomaanda: “What’s this death wave? Haibo! Enough already! Jesus!”