Following actor Mpho Sebeng’s untimely death, South Africa is in grief. According to his family, the actor passed away in an automobile accident in Potchefstroom, North West province, on Sunday.
The 30-year-old actor’s family has asked for privacy while they deal with the tragic information.
Well-known in the entertainment sector of South Africa, Sebeng had a stellar career spanning nearly two decades, replete with honors and standout performances.
He started his acting career at the age of twelve, which helped him become well-known on television.
His roles in TV dramas like “Justice For All” and “Zero Tolerance,” which both won multiple awards and earned a great deal of praise, are among his most renowned accomplishments. He played a part in the 2011 biographical picture “Winnie,” which was a portrayal of the life of the late Winnie Mandela, while he was still in high school.
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When he was nominated for the 2018 South African Film and Television Awards’ Best Male Actor in a Telenovela category, it was more recognition of his talent.
Sebeng’s résumé included performances on international stages, as well as cameos in Netflix original shows like “Savage Beauty” and “Miseducation.”
The loss of Sebeng has left both his followers and colleagues in deep mourning. In expressing his sorrow, actor Zola Hashatsi said that Sebeng was a beloved friend and coworker whose absence left a huge gap.
In addition to expressing its sympathies, the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) recognized Sebeng’s lasting influence on the entertainment sector.
Similar to similar feelings, Netflix South Africa said goodbye to Sebeng and celebrated his legacy.