Rhythm City Actor Mncedisi Shabangu Passes On

Following the unexpected death of renowned and celebrated Rhythm City actor Mncedisi Sithole, South Africans are in shock.

The 53-year-old SAFTA-winning actor, playwright, and theatre director has appeared in numerous theatre productions, written plays, and directed plays. He has also appeared on TV programs like Rhythm City, where he played Khulekani, The Lab, and iNumber Number, to name a few. He received a SAFTA for Best Supporting Actor in 2020 for his performance in this part.

 

 

 

A statement from the actor’s family confirming his passing has sparked a flood of condolences. His exact cause of death is still unknown, but the statement claims that Mncedisi passed away this morning in the early hours.

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