South African actor, Mpho Sebeng , died on Sunday, following a car crash his family confirmed.
News of the actors death broke on Sunday afternoon after actor and presenter Zola Hashatsi shared the tragic news on social media platforms X and Facebook.
It is with a sad, deep, painful heart to announce the passing of a young brother, a friend I took in to replace us when we exited @craze_tv, a thespian that was @mpho_sebeng he was in a car accident this morning around Klerksdorp, this one hurts. #RIPMphoSebeng, wrote Hashatsi on X.
It is with a sad, deep, painful heart to announce the passing of a young brother, friend I took in to replace us when we exited @craze_tv , a thespian that was @mpho_sebeng he was in car accident this morning around Klerksdorp, this one hurts. #RIPMphoSebeng ???????????????? pic.twitter.com/CQxH3TplB6
Zola Hashatsi ka Motsiri (@zola_hashatsi) May 5, 2024His family later, in a statement, confirmed that the talented actor had lost his life in an accident on Sunday morning in Potchefstroom.
Whilst the family appreciates the immense outpouring of love and condolences, the family requests some space to process the news, read the statement issued by family spokesperson Oupa Morake.
Details of his home going ceremony will be communicated in due course and we request that you continue to hold the Sebeng family in prayer.
The actor was born in Soweto and was 31-years-old. He created a remarkable name for himself as one of the most formidable actors in the country.
He made his television debut in the SABC drama series, Justice for All, he later became a household name for his role in Mzansi Magic drama, Ring of Lies , which earned him a Best Actor Safta nomination in 2018.
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, 2024He also appeared on Netflixs Savage Beauty , The Brave Ones, and Miseducation ', Mzansi Magics The Queen, The Throne and Scandal.
News of Sebengs untimely death have opened wounds in the acting fraternity and many have taken to social media to pay tribute to the young actor whose life has been cut short.
Actress Florence Masebe wrote: 'What a fine young man. What a talent. What a dedicated thespian. Sending love and prayers to the Sebeng family and all Mpho's loved ones.'
Streaming platform Showmax wrote: An incredible legacy left behind. An undeniable talent. Rest in peace, Mpho Sebeng. 🕊? #RIPMphoSebeng.
An incredible legacy left behind. An undeniable talent. Rest in peace, Mpho Sebeng. ??? #RIPMphoSebeng pic.twitter.com/70nXxs7INU
Showmax South Africa (@ShowmaxOnline) May 5, 2024Streaming platform Netflix; wrote: A life well lived. Rest in peace, Mpho Sebeng. 🕊?
A life well lived. Rest in peace, Mpho Sebeng. ??? pic.twitter.com/BsGKt6phaH
NetflixSA (@NetflixSA) May 5, 2024Politician MbuyiseniNdlozi wrote on X: Truly sad to hear of the untimely passing of Mpho Sebeng. May the family be comforted. Im lost for words.
?? Truly sad to hear of the untimely passing of Mpho Sebeng. May the family be comforted. Im lost for words. #RIPMphoSebeng pic.twitter.com/5T8Zd0ai4r
Mbuyiseni Ndlozi (@MbuyiseniNdlozi) May 5, 2024Actress Florence Masebe wrote: What a fine young man. What a talent. What a dedicated thespian. 💔💔💔💔💔Sending love and prayers to the Sebeng family and all Mpho's loved ones. 🕊?🤍🕊?#RIPMphoSebeng.
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, 2024Actor Nyaniso Dzedze expressed how he wished the had meet up for coffee.
Brother. I don't know. You've successfully touched us all. All of us in beautiful ways.
