'I decided to quit': Veteran actor Abdul Khoza quits acting
The Wife star actor Abdul Khoza shocked fans when he quit acting, sharing the news on Instagram.
Abdul is among the most decorated and celebrated actors in South Africa.
The talented actor has been part of many shows and movies like Isibaya, Shaka ILembe and Uzalo.
A few weeks ago, he left The Wife, but his fans did not know it was his last day as an actor.
Sharing on his Instagram, Abdul left a lesson for upcoming actors who must go through auditions. Abdul Khoza. image via Instagram @abdul_khoza
Sharing the news, Abdul gave a classy farewell to acting. 'So I decided to share one of the last auditions I did this year before I quit acting simply.' He started.
'This is a way for me to show those who still wish to pursue a career in Acting that we all go through the audition processes. For an actor to get a role, they are required to audition, and this is my last self-tape'self-tape, he continued.
'I hope it gives you a better understanding of the process and how we do it. Thank you to @spholaricky for reading this with me.' he continued.
'Last but not least: THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO EVER SUPPORTED MY JOURNEY AS AN ACTOR, I AM HONORED TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO SHARE MY TALENTS WITH YOU. I WOULD HAVE NEVER KNOWN MY TALENT WITHOUT YOU 🇿🇦,' he finished thanking his fans.
After Abdul had revealed the message, he touched his fans' hearts.
After Abdul Khoza revealed that he quit acting, fellow celebrities and fans gave him a strong farewell.
@Sthembiso Sk Khoza 'Giving you a standing ovation👏what matters sunny is that we arrived, served and concurred all the roles we played…As we take a bow, we know what we are doing…Many will never understand our decision, but what matters is that we fully understand😉 Onwards and upwards, King 🙌👏'
@Masasa Mbangeni 'You're incredible & I hope in a time when you've taken a breath, we get to see you again soon xxx.'
@Thato Immaculate 'We have truly lost Bhuti, but I know you will gain, and that's all that matters, to fill your cup. Thank you for being brilliant, and thank you for teaching me. Aluta'
@Asanele Oliphant 'Aw Shalala Lala' 🥹❤️ we'll never forget you🙌🏾 you're amazing'
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