Details of veteran actor Don Mlangeni Nawa's memorial and funeral services
Known for his iconic roles in Isidingo, Sgudi Snaysi, and other hit productions, Don Mlangeni Nawa leaves a lasting legacy as one of South Africa's most cherished actors.
Tributes pour in for Mlangeni Nawa, with industry colleagues and fans hailing his remarkable talent, lifetime achievements, and unforgettable contributions to the entertainment world.
Details for the memorial and funeral services of celebrated veteran actor Don Mlangeni Nawa, 65, who died on 16 April, have been announced.
The actor's memorial service will be on 24 April at 14:30 at Soweto Theatre, and his funeral service will be on 26 April at 08:00 at Alberton Civic Theatre.
Mlangeni Nawa's family announced his death last Wednesday.
"He was the heart of our family - a loving father, brother and friend. To the world, he was a gifted and respected actor whose presence lit up every stage and screen he graced," the family said.
"His legacy lives on in the lives he touched, the stories he told and the love he gave so freely."
The cause of his death was not shared.
OBITUARY | Remembering Don Mlangeni Nawa, the TV icon beloved by millions of South Africans
Mlangeni Nawa had his breakout TV roles in the 1980s with Sgudi Snaysi and Ubambo Lwami. He was best known for his role as the family man Bra Zeb Matabane on the popular SABC soap drama Isidingo, which he played from 1998 to 2014.
His accolades include a 2006 South African Film and Television Award for Best Actor (along with two other nominations) and lifetime achievement awards at the 2018 Royalty Soapie Awards and 2015 Simon "Mabhunu" Sabela Awards.
He started his acting career in theatre and has credits in TV shows like Uzalo, Hlala Kwabafileyo, The Estate, Shaka iLembe, Savage Beauty, and Ferguson Films' The River, The Throne, and Rockville.
Since the news of his death, industry colleagues and fans have expressed their grief and admiration for him.
Bomb Productions released a tribute highlighting his "powerful and memorable" performance as King Langa in Shaka iLembe.
"Don was not only a remarkable talent but a true legend of our industry. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who were touched by his work. He will be remembered and revered always," the production house share.
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