SA soapie actor Ceagan Arendse commits suicide
By Venecia Valentine
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Cape Town - Tributes have poured in for Arendsvlei actor Ceagan Arendse as news of his death broke on Monday.
His family confirmed that the 34-year-old actor from Paarl suffered from depression and committed suicide on Saturday.
Ceagan was popular for his roles in several kykNET soapies including in Suidooster where he played the shady Frankie, in Project Dina as Theo and currently on Arendsvlei where he played Woelag.
In a statement Ceaganâs family said: âIt is with sad and heavy hearts we inform friends and fans that our beloved Ceagan Arendse passed away early hours of Sunday morning, 14th February 2021.
Suzaan Keyter, kykNET spokesperson, described Ceagan s death as an enormous shock to the kykNET family.
Speaking to
Channel24, Roberta Durrant from Penguin Film said: Penguin Films and the Arendsvlei family are devastated to hear about Ceagan s passing. It was always a pleasure working with him on various productions. He will be remembered as a kind, hardworking artist. Our hearts and prayers are with his family and friends at this time.
If you or someone you know needs help, The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) can be reached at: 0800 21 22 23 or 0800 456 789 (24 hours, 7 days a week).
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