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News24
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Terry Pheto leads tributes to Tsotsi star Presley Chweneyagae: ‘He was part of my beginning'
Tears flowed freely among the hundreds gathered to honour the life of Oscar-winning actor Presley Chweneyagae, who recently passed away at the age of 40, at the State Theatre in Pretoria. According to a family spokesperson, the Tsotsi star died at his Pretoria home on 27 May following breathing difficulties. Speaking at the memorial service, actress Terry Pheto fought back tears as she remembered her former co-star from the film that launched both their careers. 'Presley was more than a colleague – he was part of my beginning and somehow the end of a beautiful full-circle moment in my career,' she said. 'We worked together on my very first film. We were just kids back then – young, hungry and full of dreams we couldn't even articulate. And yet, there he was, carrying the weight of that story.' Presley rose to international fame for his lead role in Tsotsi, which won the 2006 Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. He later became a fixture in South African television, with celebrated performances in The River and Cobrizi. Thabiso Ramotshela, who played Presley's son on The River, broke down while speaking about their bond. 'I miss him so much,' Thabiso said. 'I feel like it's so unfair. It hurts so much because as much as he is not my father, he is my dad. That man raised me. He took care of me. When things got hard on set – Youngins or Blood Legacy – he would call me.' Presley is survived by his wife, Charlaine. 'Charlaine, don't worry. We had a chat, and you said to me, 'Zenzo, don't ever forget these kids.' And I said to you, 'Charlaine, don't worry. I am here,'' close friend and fellow actor Zenzo Ngqobe said to Presley's wife in his moving tribute. 'To Pres – we shall meet. There, we may rehearse most obscenely and courageously. Take pains. Be perfect. Adieu,' he added. Friend Vuyisile Tshabalala remembered Presley as both a national treasure and a brother. 'We lost a giant, an artistic genius. But the show must go on . . . you are a great man. To me, you were like a brother. Rest in peace.' As the memorial service drew to a close, a family representative read aloud a message from Charlaine. 'I would like to thank [Presley's mom] Mama Agnes Keagile for your undying support, my parents, Mr and Mrs Allen, for being there throughout. My brother-in-law Reobone, my sister-in-law, my sister Ndumiso for being my pillar of strength and my go-to girl during this difficult time. My entire Eswatini family, the list is endless, but I'm truly, truly grateful for the support you have shown me.' Presley was remembered not just as an actor but as a gentle giant, a father figure to many, and a creative force who helped shape South Africa's entertainment landscape. He will be laid to rest on 7 June in Pretoria.
The South African
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Terry Pheto breaks her silence on Presley Chweneyagae's passing
Actress Terry Pheto has broken her silence following the passing of multi-award-winning actor Presley Chweneyagae. According to reports, the Cobrizi actor passed away on Tuesday morning, though his cause of death has not yet been confirmed. Actress Terry Pheto returned to social media after a three-year break to share a heartfelt tribute to Chweneyagae following his sudden passing. The pair starred together in the Oscar-winning film Tsotsi , which marked South Africa's first Academy Award win. Expressing her heartbreak and shock, she wrote: 'I'm shocked and saddened by the news of Presley's sudden passing. My heart goes out to his family and the rest of our friends and colleagues in the film industry. We shared an unforgettable moment when we won the Oscar. It's a moment I will forever cherish. May his soul rest in peace,' she wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Terry Pheto (@terrypheto) The passing of the seasoned actor has sent shockwaves across Mzansi, and tributes haven't stopped pouring in since his management company, MLA, shared the heartbreaking news. 'It is with deep sorrow that we confirm the untimely passing of one of South Africa's most talented and beloved actors, Presley Chweneyagae, at the age of 40,' the statement reads. 'Presley was a longtime and cherished member of the MLA family — more than just a client, he was a friend, a mentor to many, and a beacon of creativity and perseverance. His passion for empowering the next generation of artists will forever be a key part of his legacy,' the statement continues. At this stage, details surrounding the actor's cause of death have yet to be revealed. Meanwhile, details of his memorial and funeral services will be announced in due course. WHAT SPECIAL MOMENTS DO YOU REMEMBER MOST ABOUT PRESLEY? Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Herald
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald
I'm shocked and saddened: Terry Pheto reacts to Presley Chweneyagae's sudden death
Actress Terry Pheto has shared a heartfelt tribute to her colleague and friend, Presley Chweneyagae, who died on Tuesday at the age of 40. Terry, who starred alongside Presley in the Oscar-winning film Tsotsi (the first-ever Academy Award winning project from South Africa, for Best Foreign Language Film) took to her social media timeline to express her shock and sadness at the news. 'I'm shocked and saddened by the news of Presley's sudden passing,' Pheto wrote. 'My heart goes out to his family and the rest of our friends and colleagues in the film industry. We shared an unforgettable moment when we won the Oscar. It's a moment I will forever cherish. May his soul rest in peace,' she wrote.
TimesLIVE
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
I'm shocked and saddened: Terry Pheto reacts to Presley Chweneyagae's sudden death
Actress Terry Pheto has shared a heartfelt tribute to her colleague and friend, Presley Chweneyagae, who died on Tuesday at the age of 40. Terry, who starred alongside Presley in the Oscar-winning film Tsotsi (the first-ever Academy Award winning project from South Africa, for Best Foreign Language Film) took to her social media timeline to express her shock and sadness at the news. 'I'm shocked and saddened by the news of Presley's sudden passing,' Pheto wrote. 'My heart goes out to his family and the rest of our friends and colleagues in the film industry. We shared an unforgettable moment when we won the Oscar. It's a moment I will forever cherish. May his soul rest in peace,' she wrote.
