Tributes pour in for comedian and actor Oscar ‘Madluphuthu' Mgudlwa
Remember the good old days of DVDs and CDs, when laughter filled our homes and comedy kings like Oscar 'Madluphuthu' Mgudlwa ruled the airwaves?
His iconic movies, such as 'My lotto ticket,' 'My sh*t father,' and the hilarious 'Madluphuthu 1 & 2' series, were must-haves for anyone looking to unwind and have a good laugh.
Alongside legends like Mantolwana, Mgudlwa's portrayal of the mentally challenged and humorous Madluphuthu kept our childhood days alive with non-stop giggles.
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Oscar 'Madluphuthu' Mgudlwa (49) was a renowned South African comedian, actor, and musician from Daveyton, Benoni - Gauteng.
He released an album with Mina Nawe's Manchild back in 1998 and worked with the late Mapaputsi in 2001.
Moreover, Mgudlwa rose to fame in the 2000s with his unforgettable role in the Madluphuthu 1 & 2 series, his uniquely lovable persona - including his signature oversized teeth, runny nose, and cheeky yet childish personality truly made him a household name and endeared him to millions.
Additionally, Mgudlwa was recently part of e.tv Black Door series cast as Jupiter - a street-smart, wanna-be gangster.
Outside his acting and music endeavours, Mgudlwa was a Chief of the AbaThembu tribe said to have led his people with 'humility, dignity, and unwavering dedication.'
Mgudlwa passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, aged 49 following a 'short illness' according to a statement from his family.
'It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that the Mgudlwa family announces the untimely passing of our beloved son, brother, father, and family elder - Chief Vuyisile Oscar Mgudlwa, widely known and loved across South Africa as Madluphuthu.
Chief Mgudlwa passed away peacefully on the morning of Wednesday, 16 July 2025, following a short illness. He was 49 years old,' reads part of the statement.
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Tributes and condolences have started pouring in from industry colleagues and friends with Mandla N taking to his Instagram account to post his disbelief over the news with a photo of him and Oscar captioned 'This one hit hard. Rest in peace my brother.'
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The family has asked for privacy during these trying times and funeral details will be shared in due time.
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