Veteran actor Timmy Kwebulana dies at 83
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Musician, director and veteran actor Timmy Kwebulana has died. The family released a statement confirming that Kwebulana died on Thursday evening after a short illness.
The 83-year-old actor starred in shows like Velaphi, Uthando Lwethu, Shooting Stars, Forced Love, Isikizi and Homecoming.
Social media users have expressed their shock and dismay following Kwebulana’s passing.
Rest In Peace, Timmy Kwebulana 🕊️
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a true legend in the South African entertainment industry, Timmy Kwebulana, who left us on Thursday, September 19th, at the age of 83 after a brief illness.
Timmy was not just an… pic.twitter.com/R9XHoo0Pxt
— Ntokozo Masuku (@visse_ss) September 20, 2024
RIP RHADEBE!! We are losing them to God. Musician, actor and director TIMMY KWEBULANA has passed on. #FREEPHILA pic.twitter.com/VXJhry0mKm
— 🔥🇿🇦FREEPHILA🇿🇦🔥 (@PhilaMadlingozi) September 20, 2024
The family says they wish to see Kwebulana’s legacy inspire everyone and future generations.
“It is with sadness that the Kwebulana family officially announces the passing of long-time musician, actor and director, Mr Timmy Kwebulana, on the evening of September 19 after a short illness. We give thanks for his life and all his contributions to us as a family and the arts and entertainment industry for almost six decades,” reads a family statement.
The family has requested privacy as they gather and organise logistics and a way forward.
“We do request, especially from the media and our industry colleagues, that the family is given some time to gather and organise logistics and a way forward.”
Kwebulana’s passing comes as the South African entertainment industry is still reeling from the deaths of two veteran actors Darlington Michaels and Sello Motloung passing.
