Ndaba Mhlongo
Ndaba Mhlongo | |
|---|---|
| Born | Ndaba Walter Mhlongo 3 July 1933 |
| Died | October 29, 1989 (aged 56) South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| Occupations |
|
| Years active | 1970s – 1989 |
| Known for | Inyakanyaka |
| Spouse | Mary Twala (? - 1989) his death |
| Children | 2 (incl. Somizi) |
Ndaba Walter Mhlongo (3 July 1933 – 29 October 1989) [1] was a South African actor and choreographer best known for his role of Mshefane on the 1977 playwright, Inyakanyaka.
Career
He acted on the well-known drama Inyakanyaka and UDeliwe along with his wife and son. His other known works include Isivumelelwano, Upondo no Nkinsela, Bad Company and Strike Force.
Personal life
He was married to actress, Mary Twala.[2] They had 2 children together; Archie and Somizi.[3]
Awards and Nominations
He received a Tony Award nomination for Best Choreography on Mbongeni Ngema's Sarafina! in 1988.[4]
Filmography
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | Inyakanyaka | Mshefane | |
| 1978 | Isivumelwano | ||
| 1980 | Upondo no Nkinsela | ||
| 1985 | Bad Company | ||
| 1986 | Strike Force |
References
- ^ "Somizi plays a carefully tribute to his late mother Mary Twala at her funeral". newssa1.com. Retrieved 9 July 2020.
- ^ "5 local celebs and their famous parents". Channel 24. 15 July 2016. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
- ^ Temba Msiza. "Somizi On His Parents' Love". People Magazine.
- ^ "Ndaba Mhlongo - Incwajana". incwajana.com. 4 May 2020.
External links
 | This related to South African actors article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |