30-04-2025
Gqeberha: The Empire star Kay Bikitsha mourns the loss of her mother
Nothing could ever prepare you for losing a loved one.
But losing a parent leaves an unfillable void, a pain that transcends titles and achievements.
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Kamvelihle 'Kay' Bikitsha (25) is a talented South African actress born in Mthatha who grew up in KuGatyana in Willowvale, Eastern Cape.
Kay made her television acting debut in the Mzansi Magic drama series 'Umbuso' in 2022, playing the role of 2 Sly. She then landed a recurring role in 'The Queen' as Siyamthanda and later got her breakthrough in 'Gqeberha: The Empire' portraying the leading role of Nozuko Mxenge one of three wives in a polygamous union to a polygamist, Luzuko Mxenge.
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Kay captivated audiences and critics alike with her role as Nozuko, garnering a lot of following on all her social media platforms, and getting praises with many who have expressed their admiration for her acting skills which has solidified her status as a new talented artist in the South African entertainment space.
Recently life has thrown her a heavy storm as she lost her mother.
Kay shared on all her social media platforms a heartfelt post on her mother's passing which was met with warmth and love as condolences poured in from fans and industry artists alike.
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"UYehova wabe umbuyisela kuye umkhonzi wakhe. As I bid my queen farewell; I'd like to thank God for this perfect placement in my life. Mama, ndiya kuzembatha iimfundiso zakho. I thought we had more time. Kodwa enkosi mama ngayo yonke into obuyiyo ebomini bam. Thank you for pouring into me and shaping me into the young woman I am today. Uyohlala uhleli ngaphakathi kwam. Mkhulu umsebenzi owenzileyo. Lala kakuhle Chizi," she posted.
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