Michelle Botes dies at the age of 62 after a battle with cancer
Botes' ability to depict complicated characters—especially villains—was highly regarded, and it had a big impact on South African television.
JOHANNESBURG - Michelle Botes, a well-known actress who played Cherel De Villiers in the SABC soap opera "Isidingo," lost her fight with cancer at the age of 62.
Botes' ability to depict complicated characters—especially villains—was highly regarded, and it had a big impact on South African television.
Fans, coworkers, and political leaders throughout have expressed their sorrow and paid respect to her since her passing.
She contributed to shows like "Binnelanders" and "The Legacy" in addition to "Isidingo."
We have lost an icon.
— Mmusi Maimane MP (@MmusiMaimane) December 21, 2024
Thank you to Michelle Botes for all your commitment and passion over the years. Your characters were a household staple and you brought joy to all those who followed your work over the years. Rest in peace.
Condolences to the Botes family and to all… pic.twitter.com/BSVhL24Fr9
RISE Mzansi extends heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and fans of renowned actress Michelle Botes, who passed away this morning.
— RISE Mzansi (@Rise_Mzansi) December 21, 2024
She was widely celebrated for her iconic role as Cherel de Villiers on the SABC3 soap opera Isidingo and for her immense… pic.twitter.com/6M5Ra7hgGZ
What a queen Michelle Botes was ,loved and hated her 'Cherel de Villiers-le Roux-Haines-Holmes' character on Isidingo
— Aphelele Tyelbooi (@ApheleleJody) December 21, 2024
May her soul rest in peace 🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊 pic.twitter.com/Euzxk7S7Ut
Michelle Botes, famously known for her role as Cherel De Villiers in Isidingo, has sadly passed away.
— Tyrone Prins (@itsTyronePrins) December 21, 2024
She was also known for her roles as Tannie Alet in Bakgat! II, Elzabe in Aangetroud and Ingrid Louw-Koster in Binnelanders
May her soul rest in peace 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/JHg5bmoX8v
The Afrikaans National Literature Museum reporting that Michelle Botes has died. 💔 😔
— Khaya Sibulele Koko 🇿🇦 (@khayakoko88) December 21, 2024
A toss up between her and Pamela Nomvethe as who are my favourite TV actresses. May Michelle rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/iQPAlP7Zj2
As a nation, we lost a highly gifted legend who had us riveted to our television screens for years. To the Botes family, I hope that, even though your world is so dark right now, you are soon able to see some light in the memories you had with Michelle🕊️🌷🕊️💐
— JΛКΞ SHΛШ (@Jake_Shaw2) December 21, 2024
#RIPMichelleBotes pic.twitter.com/HKYjsGD5GZ