Leon Schuster Slams Death Hoax, Reassures Fans of His Wellbeing

In the face of increasing false celebrity death claims, popular comedian and filmmaker Leon Schuster has taken a firm stance against the recent death hoax about him. Schuster, beloved for his comedic talents and prank films, recently clarified his health status after becoming the target of yet another fake death rumor.Health Update
Schuster revealed in an interview with TshisaLIVE that he had recently undergone two back surgeries and is scheduled for more procedures to address other health issues. Despite his health challenges, he emphasized that he is very much alive and recovering.Addressing the Rumors
To quell the false reports, Schuster took to his Facebook timeline to directly address his fans and the public:

 

 

“I hear I’m dead again. What crazy head posts stuff like this? I will kick him there where he will never be able to have children again. It’s not nice when your people call you and say ‘I’m so happy to hear your voice.’ I’m a Cheetah, a cat, and this is the sixth time this has happened. Luckily a cat has nine lives, so at least I have three left!”

He continued by expressing gratitude for the outpouring of support and concern from his fans:

“Thank you for your enquiries and for your concern and love — these are true friends. Your love is etched on the table of my heart. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you and Thank you Dear Jesus that my life is in Your hands!”

A Humorous Rebuttal
In true Schuster style, he shared a light-hearted video alongside fellow actor and friend Alfred Ntombela. The duo humorously reacted to the death hoax, reaffirming their liveliness:

“I’m sick and tired of hearing over social media saying we are dead. I will let our fans know. Please tell your friends or whoever is next to you we are not dead,” Schuster said.

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This statement aims to reassure Leon Schuster’s fans and the public that he is alive and in good spirits despite ongoing health issues and to condemn the spread of false information regarding his death.

Kwaito Star Mapaputsi Bedridden Amid Health Struggles
Beloved South African kwaito artist Sandile Ngwenya, popularly known as Mapaputsi, has been reportedly bedridden at his Soweto home since late 2023 due to ongoing health issues.
Health Struggles
According to sources close to the musician, Mapaputsi fell ill towards the end of 2023 and has since not been in good shape. A friend revealed, “He hasn’t been in good shape since October and has been bedridden since. He doesn’t want the news of his ill health to bother his fans, as he believes he’ll be fine.”

 

 

 

Another insider shared that despite his family’s urging, Ngwenya has been reluctant to seek hospital care. “He’ll be fine, but to be honest, he’s not doing so well, which is why he’s being advised to go to the hospital where he’ll get the help he desperately needs.”

Mapaputsi’s family is increasingly worried about his health and wishes he would get professional medical help. His manager, known as Gee, expressed optimism, stating that Mapaputsi is a fighter and has always been resilient.

Career Highlights and Future Plans
Mapaputsi gained widespread recognition in the South African music scene with hits like “Izinja.” He made headlines in 2022 during his appearance on MaCg’s Podcast and Chill, where he shared insights into his life and career. Ngwenya revealed that he was born at the ZCC headquarters, Moria in Limpopo, and spoke about his friendships with Brenda Fassie and Arthur Mafokate.

In a 2022 interview with TshisaLIVE, Mapaputsi mentioned his plans to release a new album and his desire to assist new artists in navigating the music industry. “I want to help know the truth about the entertainment industry and for them to know their rights within the space, so they don’t get exploited. Music is a steppingstone. They will start there and pursue other things because music opens doors,” he said ahead of the Strictly Kwaito Legends Festival.

Public Reaction to Recent Interviews
Mapaputsi’s appearance on MaCg’s Podcast and Chill sparked significant reaction from fans and fellow artists alike.

Twitter user @Menzi__Nxumalo commented, “The Mapaputsi interview was not for children from the burbs. Too much tsotsi lingo and you can’t trust MacG with such. He was giggling, lost throughout.”

Another user, @MissLuvo_Lee, noted, “To be honest, Mapaputsi did not need MacG or Sol in this episode, he interviewed himself, just like the Israel episode.”Popular DJ Sbu praised Mapaputsi’s storytelling skills, tweeting, “@Mapaputsi3 is a dope storyteller. Real, raw, kasi and extremely funny! Congratulations gents, thanks for the inspiration.”

Current Status
The South African attempted to contact Mapaputsi for a comment on Saturday, but he was unavailable at the time of publishing this article.

Mapaputsi’s fans and the South African music community remain hopeful for his recovery and continue to send their support during this challenging time.

Monday 20 May 2024
Episode 221
Soka decides to explore things with Ona while still seeing Mampho – Sandile warns him that he is playing a dangerous game while Maria warns Mampho something is definitely going on between Soka and Ona.
Tuesday 21 May 2024
Episode 222

 

 

 

 

 

Soka is forced to lie after Mampho catches him preparing to go to dinner with Ona, but she later finds his pros and cons list for dating her and Ona.
Wednesday 22 May 2024
Episode 223
A costly request from Adani and Keletso breaking the wedding dishes by mistake, leave Molefe and Dorothy facing a wedding budget that is spiraling out of control.
Thursday 23 May 2024
Episode 224
Maria entertains hopes of being Isaac’s date at the wedding but as the budget continues to rise, a frustrated Dorothy announces that she is cancelling the wedding.
Friday 24 May 2024
Episode 225
Nkosi and Shoki feel they are inching closer to nailing Kopano, when Kopano calls Shoki in response to her video and reassures her – he will come to see her soon.
Monday 27 May 2024
Episode 226
Soka does some serious soul searching and decides to tell a heartbroken Ona that he has chosen to be with Mampho, he then makes a heartfelt plea asking Mampho’s forgiveness.
Tuesday 28 May 2024
Episode 227
Despite their happiness at being formally married, Molefe and Dorothy can’t hide their sadness at being unable to have a proper wedding reception.
Wednesday 29 May 2024
Episode 228
Ona does the mature thing and helps Mampho realise that she is making a mistake letting Soka go, Mampho then decides to forgive Soka, and they both agree to start dating officially.
Thursday 30 May 2024
Episode 229
Touched by Molefe and Dorothy’s situation, Maria ropes in family and friends to help her plan a surprise wedding reception for the couple.
Premiere episodes of House of Zwide air on e.tv from Mondays to Fridays at 19h00.

Coming up on House of Zwide this June 2024:

Monday 3 June 2024 – Episode 231
With Molefe growing increasingly suspicious about the surprise wedding plans, Ona enlists Zanele to do Dorothy’s make-up, while Keletso volunteers to DJ.Tuesday 4 June 2024 – Episode 232
Mampho is upset and accuses Ona of sending Keletso to ask Soka not to attend the wedding with her. As a result, Mampho declares that she and Soka will not attend the wedding.
Wednesday 5 June 2024 – Episode 233
Mampho changes her mind and agrees to attend the wedding after a heartfelt apology from Keletso, who explains she was only trying to protect Ona’s feelings.

 

Thursday 6 June 2024 – Episode 234
Dorothy is surprised and touched by how far family and friends have gone to arrange her wedding. The community celebrates as Molefe and Dorothy exchange vows in a fairy tale wedding.

Friday 7 June 2024 – Episode 235
Molefe and Maria are unsure of how Isaac will feel about their plans to change the salon. While Molefe hesitates, Maria works up the courage to ask Isaac.

Monday 10 June 2024 – Episode 236
After recovering the money Kopano stole from the Zwide accounts, Nkosi and Funani drive off with him and leave him broke and stranded in the middle of nowhere.

Tuesday 11 June 2024 – Episode 237
Isaac grants permission for changes to the salon, but Molefe’s joy turns to anxiety when Maria suggests he learn to cut men’s hair to contribute more to the business.

Wednesday 12 June 2024 – Episode 238
After abducting Nandipha’s father, Funani reaches out to her and offers to return her father safely in exchange for the money.

Thursday 13 June 2024 – Episode 239
Sandile is thrilled when the hottest girl from the dating app reaches out to him among several matches.

Friday 14 June 2024 – Episode 240
Mampho helps Sandile exchange texts with the girl, who eventually agrees to go on a date with him. However, Sandile chickens out when he sees how beautiful she is in person.

Monday 17 June 2024 – Episode 241
After learning that Sandile chickened out of his date with Monica, Mampho convinces him he still has a chance, especially after Monica messages him asking why he stood her up.

Tuesday 18 June 2024 – Episode 242
Realizing they lack the money and expertise to host the hair ball show and fearing competition from a rival salon, Molefe and Maria consider canceling the event.

Wednesday 19 June 2024 – Episode 243
Molefe turns to Ona for help after finding out it’s too late to back out of hosting the hair ball.

Thursday 20 June 2024 – Episode 244
Sandile wakes up alone and drugged, discovering that he, Soka, and Mampho have been robbed by Monica. Mampho suggests they track Monica down.

Friday 21 June 2024 – Episode 245
With Laz on board, Molefe asks Keletso to help find models for the hair ball but hits a snag when Zanele refuses to be one of the judges.

Monday 24 June 2024 – Episode 246
Molefe is crushed when he overhears Ona telling Keletso that his chances of winning the hair ball event are slim.

Tuesday 25 June 2024 – Episode 247
Faith panics after Funani tells her the ceremony will go ahead with more powerful izangoma, and that he expects her to be there.

Wednesday 26 June 2024 – Episode 248
A day after the ceremony, Zechariah tells Funani he believes the dreams have ended and he is now at peace. Meanwhile, Faith starts having nightmares and premonitions of Loyiso’s death.

Thursday 27 June 2024 – Episode 249
Zechariah presses Nkosi and Funani to return with him to KZN for a more fitting ukubuyisa ceremony for MaNgidi. They leave that night after a tense goodbye between Faith and Zechariah.

Friday 28 June 2024 – Episode 250
After their first stakeout fails, Mampho, Soka, and Sandile try again, leading them to finally spot Monica.

Monday 3 June 2024 – Episode 47**
A friend is forced to reveal a manipulation plot to save another from making a terrible decision. In a desperate attempt to save Jojo, Phakamile agrees to a meeting that, unbeknownst to her, will seal her fate.

 

**Tuesday 4 June 2024 – Episode 48**
A mother has her son’s best interests at heart, but he’s not ready to take her advice. Motshabi finds herself in an unmanageable situation, sinking fast like quicksand.**Wednesday 5 June 2024 – Episode 49**
A woman concocts a diabolical lie to cover up an indiscretion. Guilt leads to a spontaneous declaration that could prove very damaging to another heart.

**Thursday 6 June 2024 – Episode 50**
Linda unwittingly reveals damning information. Nhlamulo and Vuvu try to advise their friend on the right course of action.
**Friday 7 June 2024 – Episode 51**
Jojo’s life continues to spiral out of control. Dintle tells lie after lie to hide the fact that she is not doing as well as people think.

**Monday 10 June 2024 – Episode 52**
A heated confrontation between lovers leads to a devastating admission of guilt. Dintle’s desperation takes a new turn as she runs out of options.**Tuesday 11 June 2024 – Episode 53**
Taps makes a verbal threat, leaving Mdala troubled. A sister has to explain her life choices to win back her brother’s trust.

**Wednesday 12 June 2024 – Episode 54**
Winnie makes a very worrying discovery. Taps makes good on his threat, leaving a woman reeling. Layla remains in the dark and offers an incentive.

**Thursday 13 June 2024 – Episode 55**
A nosy relative shows up just in time to disrupt a man’s fatal end. Dintle exploits Khanyi to pull at Mo’s heartstrings to get what she wants.

**Friday 14 June 2024 – Episode 56**
Tlhogi is taken aback by Mdala’s reaction to the reveal of their indiscretion. Jojo is left in disbelief when the punishment for his crime is revealed.

**Monday 17 June 2024 – Episode 57**
A reprimand leads to a damning revelation. A man decides to leave behind his broken life.

**Tuesday 18 June 2024 – Episode 58**
Nhlamulo learns that his actions have brought his worst fears to reality. Caiphus’ lavish promises to suppliers land him in trouble with Ndu.

**Wednesday 19 June 2024 – Episode 59**
A woman kills two birds with one stone. Business doom looms over Chillax. A sobering incident makes a woman realize how far she’s fallen.

**Thursday 20 June 2024 – Episode 60**
Taps’ offer to help Nhlamulo comes with an agenda. Caiphus’ new ideas for Chillax get MaHilda buzzing. A blast from the past recognizes Dintle, but not for her recently acquired fame.

**Friday 21 June 2024 – Episode 61**
Taps seeks revenge and finds leverage against Mdala. Chillax’s new job opportunity elicits mixed reactions. Roommates’ initial meeting starts off on the wrong foot.

**Monday 24 June 2024 – Episode 62**
Taps leaps onto new information and enlists someone on the inside. Mary’s new job ruffles Cee-Jay’s feathers. Dintle seems to settle into her new reality.

**Tuesday 25 June 2024 – Episode 63**
A spy is caught in the act, but the mastermind gets what he was after. Winter nights at Chillax get steamier with a feminine touch.

**Wednesday 26 June 2024 – Episode 64**
Dintle pokes the bear and lands in hot water. Taps takes throwing a friend under the bus to a whole new level. Chillax’s revamp turns heads and sparks disapproval.

**Thursday 27 June 2024 – Episode 65**
Mdala is on high alert but someone close throws a curveball. Dintle’s questioning yields half-answers, and she realizes she messed up big time.

**Friday 28 June 2024 – Episode 66**
There is a thin line between life and death, and someone is nudged over the edge. Mdala gets crucial intel when he witnesses a dodgy meet-up.