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Mzansi Pour In Tributes For Actor Mpho Sebeng

Written by Brooklyn Masuku on 6 May, 2024

South African actor Mpho Sebeng tragically passed away in a car accident on Sunday morning, 05 May 2024, in Potchefstroom. The news was confirmed by his family in a statement later that evening.

Sebeng, 31 years old, was a rising star in the South African entertainment industry, known for his roles in popular shows like “Ring of Lies,” “Savage Beauty,” “The Queen,” and many more. His talent garnered him a Best Actor Safta nomination in 2018 for his performance in “Ring of Lies.”

The acting community has expressed their deep sadness and condolences on social media, highlighting the immense loss of such a promising young talent.

Sebeng’s family has requested privacy as they process this difficult news.

Details regarding his memorial service will be announced soon.

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“It is with a sad, deep, painful heart to announce the passing of a young brother, a friend I took in to replace us when we exited @craze_tv, a thespian that was @mpho_sebeng he was in a car accident this morning around Klerksdorp, this one hurts. #RIPMphoSebeng,” wrote Hashatsi on X.

Actress Florence Masebe wrote: “What a fine young man. What a talent. What a dedicated thespian. Sending love and prayers to the Sebeng family and all Mpho’s loved ones.”

Streaming platform Showmax wrote: “An incredible legacy left behind. An undeniable talent. Rest in peace, Mpho Sebeng. 🕊️ #RIPMphoSebeng”.

Streaming platform Netflix; wrote: “A life well lived. Rest in peace, Mpho Sebeng. 🕊️”

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Politician MbuyiseniNdlozi wrote on X: “Truly sad to hear of the untimely passing of Mpho Sebeng. May the family be comforted. I’m lost for words.”

Actress Florence Masebe wrote: “What a fine young man. What a talent. What a dedicated thespian. 💔💔💔💔💔Sending love and prayers to the Sebeng family and all Mpho’s loved ones. 🕊️🤍🕊️#RIPMphoSebeng.”

Actor Nyaniso Dzedze expressed how he wished the had meet up for coffee.

“Brother. I don’t know. You’ve successfully touched us all. All of us in beautiful ways.

“Congratulations on everything, especially winning the love of a nation. I wish we had that coffee. Rest easy. I love you,” Dzedze tweeted.

@NalaThokozane tweeted that: “I am deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Mpho Seleng. Losing someone so young is truly heartbreaking. May his soul rest in peace.”

Media personality DJ Sbu tweeted: “Oh such sad news. Condolences to Mpho’s family and all his loved ones. Rest in peace my brother. Thank you for your talent, humility, artistry, kindness, wisdom and brilliance. Till we meet on the other side.”