Eric Macheru is a former South African soccer player and a famous actor. Macheru is well known not only for his role in acting but is also renowned due to his soccer talent. He is also known for winning the SABC1 reality competition Sokka Kings in 2005, which gave him the opportunity to train for a week at the English Premiership club Tottenham Hotspur, a one year contract with Highlands Cape Town and a sports management contract.

Born and bred in Botlokwa, Polokwane, South Africa. Eric attended Kuschke Agricultural High School, where he was involved in school activities and debates.

Leeto Maputla ( Eric Macheru) was born on the 25th of February 1986, Polokwane, South Africa. He is 34 years old. He is the famous for acting as Leeto Maputla the son of Meikie Maputla ( Harriet Manamela) and John Maputla Africa Tsoai) and the elder brother of Thank Maputla ( Cornet Mamabolo). He is also a successful lawyer in the soapie.

The name of his girlfriend in real life is Claudia, who is his long term girlfriend. The name of his child is Marvin Francis Macheru.