Veteran actor Sello Motloung dies at 53
Motloung will be remembered as one of the acting legends who graced South Africa and the world with his talent and passion.
The late Sello Motloung. Picture: Artist Connection website
JOHANNEBSURG - Veteran actor Sello Motloung has died at 53.
Digital publication Actor Spaces took to social media on Monday to announce his passing.
Motloung was recognised for his roles in local television series like Backstage, Mamello, and Ring of Lies.
He took to the international stage for roles in films such as Invictus, The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, and Gangster's Paradise: Jerusalema.
Reat In Peace Sello Motloung 🙏🏽🕊️#RIPSelloMotloung pic.twitter.com/79JXVeO2DM
— Jabulani Macdonald ⚡️ (@Jabu_Macdonald) September 16, 2024
This is proving to be a very difficult year. A year filled with pain and loss. I suppose we also have to remind ourselves of the gift and true celebration of life. Sello…my brother, my friend… I will miss you. I can’t believe I’m saying these words but RIP 💔🕊️ pic.twitter.com/4duZM9bRIp
— KatlegoDanke (@KatlegoDanke) September 16, 2024
Motloung's death comes just days after his industry colleague, actor Darlington Michaels, passed away.
It is understood the former Isidingo star was recently taken to Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital for breathing problems.