Actor Abdul Khoza paid tribute to his mentor, the late Menzi Ngubane. Image: Via Instagram
Actor Abdul Khoza has penned an emotional tribute to his mentor, late veteran actor Menzi Ngubane, after he posthumously scooped a Safta award for Best Actor in a Telenovela on Saturday.
The legendary actor died on March 13 after suffering a stroke at the age of 56. Menzi was nominated for the last TV role he played, which was Judas Ngwenya on
Isibaya.
Taking to Instagram, Abdul said he was overcome with emotion as Menzi s contribution to the acting fraternity was honoured.
“I have never posted since I lost you @menzingubanesa & many will never understand what you meant to me. But I finally cried tears of joy when I finally witnessed your flowers on this year s Saftas.
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JOHANNESBURG - While the biggest night for Mzansi s film and television fraternity was short of the traditional red-carpet moment, it was an unforgettable one nonetheless.
The 15th annual South African Film and Television Awards (Saftas) were held during a virtual ceremony broadcast on SABC 3 and DSTV s Mzansi Magic on Saturday night.
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