Mzansi celebrities and local TV shows have paid tribute to the late actor and TV presenter Mpho Sebeng.
The 31-year-old passed away in a car accident in Potchefstroom, North West , in the early hours of Sunday morning, his family confirmed in a statement.
The family also shared that the actors funeral and memorial service details will be communicated in due course.
Sebeng made his television debut on Justice for All and Zero Tolerance before landing his significant TV role on Mzansi Magic s telenovela Ring of Lies which earned him a Best Actor South African Film and Television Awards ( Safta ) nomination in 2018.
Throughout his career, Sebeng starred in many different shows, including Scandal , The Queen , Hush Money , Zbondiwe , and Netflix s Miseducation and The Brave Ones .
Local TV shows honour SebengCurrent local TV productions have paid homage to the late actor by inscribing RIP Mpho Sebeng on their clapperboards.
Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela shared pictures of some of the clapperboards from shows like Champions, Isitha The Enemy, Isiphetho: Destiny, Skeem Saam, and more.
He really left us dented! pic.twitter.com/f2AKoi7syX Esethu Yamkela Juqu (@EsethuYummyJ) May 6, 2024 Your incredible legacy will live onOther Mzansi celebrities like DJ Sbu, Swankie Mafoko, and Nthati Moshesh have taken to social media to express their condolences and pay tribute to Sebeng.
In the wake of Mpho Sebengs untimely passing, our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and fans. Our nation mourns the loss of a bright star. May his legacy inspire future generations of artists to constantly evolve, the South African Government wrote on X.
What a fine young man. What a talent. What a dedicated thespian. Sending love and prayers to the Sebeng family and all Mphos loved ones. #RIPMphoSebeng pic.twitter.com/2ulYbIqfjw Mme a Masakona (@FloMasebe) May 5, 2024 God did a number here. My heart? Shattered. Robala ka kgotso abhuti waka. We laughed. We lived. We made art together, and always gave glory to God. I love you long time. #RIPMphoSebeng pic.twitter.com/s3zm3pjFJn Swankie Mafoko (@SwankieMafoko) May 6, 2024 Robala ka kgotso, Mpho Sebeng. Your incredible legacy will live on through your unforgettable performances. #RIPMphoSebeng pic.twitter.com/ESu0vX4P86 Mzansi Magic (@Mzansimagic) May 5, 2024 Im devastated . We shared some dope moments my brother, Im glad I got to constantly remind you about how amazing you were at your craft and how your level of humility was a rare find. Ulala ngoxolo mfowethu . #RIPMphosebeng pic.twitter.com/eGVaqdbeHg Gcwanini (@MelodyMiyaVibe) May 5, 2024 Brother I dont know. Youve 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. #RestInPeaceMphoSebeng #RIPMphoSebeng pic.twitter.com/cAtKmqhppB Nyaniso Dzedze (@NyanisoDzedze) May 5, 2024 The Power of Kindness: A Message for Young People - Mpho Sebeng #PowerOfKindness #SpreadLove #RespectAndCompassion #BeKind #YoungGeneration #PositiveVibes #RIPMphoSebeng #LoveAndRespect #SpreadPositivity #MakeADifference pic.twitter.com/gY5CyKKoHl djsbu (@djsbu) May 6, 2024
