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Eyewitness News
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Eyewitness News
Award-winning actor Presley Chweneyagae dies at 40
Chweneyagae rose to fame after his feature in the Oscar-winning South African film 'Tsotsi'. The role also earned him his first Golden Horn at the first SAFTAs (South African Film and Television Awards) in 2006. He also starred in a local soapie, The River, as Cobra, as well as a spin-off show based on the same character.
The Star
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Abdul Khoza bids farewell to acting with last audition video
Abdul Khoza, the celebrated South African actor known for his compelling performances, has announced his decision to step away from the spotlight. In a poignant farewell, he recently shared his last audition video, providing an intimate glimpse into the life behind the scenes for aspiring actors. Abdul Khoza, award-winnning actor, has shared his final audition video, signalling his retirement from a celebrated acting career filled with unforgettable performances. Khoza has announced his decision, providing an intimate glimpse into the life behind the scenes for aspiring actors in his last audition video. The beloved actor widely celebrated for his gripping portrayal of various memorable characters, notably the intense Qaphela on the hit telenovela Isibaya , expressed his gratitude for the support he has received throughout his career. The role has also seen him win a prestigious South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) Golden Horn for a character that showcased his remarkable versatility as both a fierce killing machine and a man seeking redemption. In his heartfelt message shared on Instagram, Khoza noted, 'So I decided to share one of my last auditions that I did this year before I decided to simply quit acting. 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. I hope that it gives you a better understanding of the process and how we do it. Thank you to @spholaricky for reading this with me.' His talent is also on display in his portrayal of Zembe, a ruthless businessman dealing in 'protection fees', in the gripping series My Brother's Keeper Season 2. The actor gained further acclaim through his performance in The Wife , which has captivated audiences across South Africa and outperformed all other programmes on the Showmax platform. The series broke records as the most viewed on Showmax and claimed multiple accolades, including the 2022 DStv Mzansi Magic Viewers' Choice Awards for Best Actor for Khoza and his co-star Bonko Khoza. At the 2022 SAFTAs, The Wife received nominations in ten categories, winning Best Telenovela, Best Actor, and Supporting Actor for its standout performances. Khoza's contributions to the industry have been lauded as he departs with deep appreciation. 'Last but not least: THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO EVER SUPPORTED MY JOURNEY AS AN ACTOR; I AM HONOURED TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO SHARE MY TALENTS WITH YOU. I WOULD HAVE NEVER KNOWN MY OWN TALENT WITHOUT YOU.' [email protected] Saturday Star
IOL News
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Abdul Khoza bids farewell to acting with last audition video
Abdul Khoza, the celebrated South African actor known for his compelling performances, has announced his decision to step away from the spotlight. In a poignant farewell, he recently shared his last audition video, providing an intimate glimpse into the life behind the scenes for aspiring actors. Abdul Khoza, the celebrated South African actor known for his compelling performances, has announced his decision to step away from the spotlight. In a poignant farewell, he recently shared his last audition video, providing an intimate glimpse into the life behind the scenes for aspiring actors. Abdul Khoza, award-winnning actor, has shared his final audition video, signalling his retirement from a celebrated acting career filled with unforgettable performances. Khoza has announced his decision, providing an intimate glimpse into the life behind the scenes for aspiring actors in his last audition video. The beloved actor widely celebrated for his gripping portrayal of various memorable characters, notably the intense Qaphela on the hit telenovela Isibaya, expressed his gratitude for the support he has received throughout his career. The role has also seen him win a prestigious South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) Golden Horn for a character that showcased his remarkable versatility as both a fierce killing machine and a man seeking redemption. In his heartfelt message shared on Instagram, Khoza noted, 'So I decided to share one of my last auditions that I did this year before I decided to simply quit acting. 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. I hope that it gives you a better understanding of the process and how we do it. Thank you to @spholaricky for reading this with me.' His talent is also on display in his portrayal of Zembe, a ruthless businessman dealing in 'protection fees', in the gripping series My Brother's Keeper Season 2. The actor gained further acclaim through his performance in The Wife, which has captivated audiences across South Africa and outperformed all other programmes on the Showmax platform. The series broke records as the most viewed on Showmax and claimed multiple accolades, including the 2022 DStv Mzansi Magic Viewers' Choice Awards for Best Actor for Khoza and his co-star Bonko Khoza. At the 2022 SAFTAs, The Wife received nominations in ten categories, winning Best Telenovela, Best Actor, and Supporting Actor for its standout performances. Khoza's contributions to the industry have been lauded as he departs with deep appreciation. 'Last but not least: THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO EVER SUPPORTED MY JOURNEY AS AN ACTOR; I AM HONOURED TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO SHARE MY TALENTS WITH YOU. I WOULD HAVE NEVER KNOWN MY OWN TALENT WITHOUT YOU.' Saturday Star
