Neo Matsunyane is undoubtedly one of the most respected veterans in the South African movie industry. Having been in the industry for more than four decades, Neo is acknowledged for his direct involvement in South African classics like 7 De Laan, Kelebone and Generations. Matsunyane has managed to construct a thriving business empire in the media world, from being an actor to movie directing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Although his fame was generated from his professional achievements, Neo also received public attention for his romantic life, particularly his fleeting marriage to fellow industry actress Connie Ferguson. Neo was Connie’s first husband, and the couple bore a daughter together.

Neo Matsunyane
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Movie director Neo Matsunyane’s age and academic qualifications
Neo Matsunyane was born in Johannesburg on January 17 1967. As of 2022, the star is aged 55 and still looks youthful. One would never guess he is a grandfather. Matsunyane is a private person who keeps his personal life off social media, so there is limited information regarding his childhood background.

The celebrated movie director matriculated at Kebalepile High School in Mafikeng in 1983. After passing his matric with good grades, he enrolled for a diploma at the School of Broadcasting, graduating in 1985. In the wake of his graduation, he glorified his educational studies with a SABC-organized directors course in collaboration with Bateleur Films.

Matsunyane took two extra courses on Script Analysis at the Pretoria Technikon and another at the Hollywood Film Institute. His educational pursuits explain why everything he touches turns into gold.

After his education, the actor and director directed several award-winning television programs. In 2006 Neo was nominated for the award of Best Director for his role as a director of the award-winning drama series Mzansi which aired on SABC1. His exceptional directing skills make him one of the well-paid movie directors in Mzansi.

Neo Matsunyane