Happy birthday to legendary producer, director, and actor Jerry Mofokeng, best known as Neo Mokheti on etvScandal.
Check out his biography, age, career, family, and more.Jerry Mofokeng (born 17 April 1956) is an actor, director, and producer. He is best known for his appearance in many critically-acclaimed films. The award-winning actor was cast in Cry, The Beloved Country and Mandela And De Klerk.
He also landed a role in the Tsotsi (2005), an Academy Award-winning film. He also has been recognized even with an honorary doctorate from the University of Free State (UFS). As an actor, he has continued to entertain South Africa and other countries in and outside Africa for many years.
The legendary actor was born on 17 April 1956 in Soweto, a town of the City of Johannesburg, Gauteng. He grew up and spent most of his childhood days there.
Education

In 1970, Jerry Mofokeng started his studies at Orlando West High School 1974. Later in 1976, he attended Youth Alive Ministries. He furthered his academic pursuit at Wits Drama School and studied Acting. To further his education, he moved to the United State of Africa (USA) after he was awarded a scholarship. There, at Columbia University, he did his master’s in Theatre Directing (1987-1991).
Career
The actor is a legend both on stage and onscreen, Jerry has appeared in many television and stage productions. Among others, he was cast in many critically-acclaimed films like Cry, The Beloved Country. He also was cast in the film Mandela And De Klerk; in 2005, Jerry made it as cast in the film Tsotsi. Offscreen, he also is notable for the impact he has made in the entertainment industry.
During those years of student unrest, he was active in the community theatre. In the nineties, he survived through a range of sources including teaching among others. He taught at Wits and also served as an Associate Director at the Johannesburg Civic Theatre. He was also the Chief Director of the Mpumalanga Department of Sports and Culture. At The State Theatre located in Pretoria, he worked as the Artistic Director.
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Drumbeats. In Rhodes, he appeared as Induna. Other roles include Mzwakhe in Inside, Vusi in Tarzan, and Magistrate in Justice For All. He played the role of a lawyer in Yizo Yizo and was cast as the Diviner in Bones. He played a cop called Darkie in Behind The Badge. Jerry Mofokeng has also been the host of the program Curious Culture. Ntate was the role he played in the mini-series When We Were Black, making an appearance in 2006.
He was also cast in the drama series The Mating Game as Nkosi. In the popular e.tv soap opera titled Scandal!, he was cast as Neo Mokheti, a crime lord. In he played the starring role, Elias Matume Melema in the SABC3 sitcom Let Heaven Wait.
Personal Life
Jerry Mofokeng is happily married to Claudine Mofokeng. They became a married couple, husband and wife, in June 1980. Together, they are proud parents of five children. The name of his children includes; Lerato Makhetha, Tsakane, Palesa, Mpho, and Mosa. In February 2017, at the South Africa Film and Television Awards nomination party, he made a shocking reveal. According to him, his biological father’s name is Dan Motlepo Makgetha. He got to know when he was already 58 years old.

My Brother’s Keeper renewed for Season 2 but is at risk of being cancelled
Good news for My Brother’s Keeper fans… it continues for Season 2 immediately after Season 1 ends on 18 April.
As you may have seen in the April teasers, repeats of the unfunny Laugh Out Loud were originally scheduled to start once Season 1 ended but now Mzansi Magic has confirmed that it’s full steam ahead for Season 2.
The series was originally announced as a 130-episode telenovela, which is half the usual order of episodes when a daily show runs for a year.
Mzansi Magic wanted to see how it did before ordering more so as to avoid “Cancelled!” headlines if it failed to deliver in its first months.
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In a surprising twist that echoes the drama-filled narratives of the popular TV series “Smoke and Mirrors,” Ayanda Bandla, known for her compelling portrayal of Thandiswa, has stepped into a real-life role as a newlywed. The actress, who skillfully brings to life the character that often leaves Va seething with jealousy, has exchanged vows today, catching fans and followers off guard with the unexpectedly joyous news.

 

 

 

 
Ayanda Bandla, who has kept her personal life relatively private, has taken fans by surprise by marrying her real-life love. As the actress behind the character Thandiswa, who weaves a web of jealousy and intrigue on “Smoke and Mirrors,” Bandla’s off-screen wedding introduces a heartwarming chapter in her life.

The news of Ayanda Bandla’s marriage has created a buzz among fans who have become accustomed to the on-screen twists and turns of her character, Thandiswa. While Thandiswa’s escapades on “Smoke and Mirrors” have kept viewers on the edge of their seats, Bandla’s real-life nuptials have sparked a different kind of excitement, proving that life can often be more surprising than fiction.Thandiswa, the character brought to life by Ayanda Bandla, has been a source of tension and rivalry on the show, particularly with Virginia, whose jealousy stems from Thandiswa’s alleged involvement with her husband. The on-screen dynamics have kept audiences captivated, making Bandla’s wedding announcement a delightful departure from the scripted drama.

In an era where celebrity weddings often become elaborate spectacles, Ayanda Bandla has chosen a more private celebration for her nuptials. This decision aligns with her preference for keeping personal matters away from the public eye, allowing the actress to savour the joyous occasion with close friends and family.As Ayanda Bandla steps into this new chapter of her life, fans are left to wonder how Thandiswa’s on-screen drama might unfold in the wake of the actress’s real-life joy. The contrast between the characters portrayed on television and the personal happiness of the actress showcases the distinction between fiction and reality.

In the realm of “Smoke and Mirrors,” Ayanda Bandla has mastered the art of keeping audiences hooked with her portrayal of Thandiswa. However, beyond the scripted scenes of jealousy and intrigue, Bandla’s real-life wedding reminds us that actors are more than the characters they play. As fans extend their heartfelt congratulations, they eagerly await the unfolding chapters of both Thandiswa’s on-screen drama and Ayanda Bandla’s off-screen love story.

Wanda Zuma and Shalate Sekhabi, an on-screen married couple on etv’s House of Zwide, are said to have carried their relationship off-screen, a source confirmed to News 24.

Sources who know the situation say the two who play Nkosi and Shoki Zwide cannot get enough of each other since the on-screen chemistry is too strong for them. One source told City Press that it has been a few months since the two have been together, and even their colleagues at the etv’s second-most watched show were aware.

“Everyone at House of Zwide knows that Wanda and Shalate are dating, even though they try to be discreet about it. They are cute, and I don’t see anything wrong with it because they are just having fun without harming anyone,” said a source.
According to another source, despite the couple’s efforts to maintain privacy, there were overt indications of their passion. They also frequently appeared together in public and at business functions.Wherever you see Wanda, Shalate will be there. They are each other’s plus ones at events and weddings. You will see them dressed almost the same or dressed by the same designer looking all cosy, but when you ask if they are dating, they deny it.

The two attended a wedding in September 2023, draped in their traditional attire. They were also on each other’s hips and hands throughout the SA Film and Television Awards ceremony at the Gallagher Convention Centre, in Midrand, Johannesburg, last month in their Tomi R designs. Earlier this month, Sekhabi, who is also a musician, performed at Back To The City, and her rumoured boyfriend, Zuma, was there to support his supposed boo, according to News 24.When Sekhabi launched her romantic track, Can You See, in July, fans of the two took their on-screen relationship off-screen. This prompted questions from social media users. Her and Zuma appeared all booed up in the artwork and promotional video. He occasionally adds heart emoticons to her Instagram images, and she frequently reminds him in his comments on the platform of how lovely he is. Their fans saw this and advised them to go on a real-life date, as they looked great together.EzoicA close friend of the pair said that the two were young, in love, and attractive together, and they verified that they were dating.Zuma stated he would prefer not to comment, while Shekhabi was unavailable for comment.

Mampho is hurt after catching Ona and Soka’s moments in the car. Maria makes her move on Isaac. Zanele’s baby’s heart is not beating. Molefe and Dorothy’s wedding is on the card. Nkosi and Shoki have a plan to catch Kopano.Wednesday 1 May 2024
Episode 208
Isaac is put off when Bra Zakes makes it clear that Isaac leaving Tembisa and never coming back are the only conditions for peace he will accept. Isaac then manhandles Bra Zakes.

 

 
Thursday 2 May 2024
Episode 209
Following a plea from Dorothy, Funani tries and fails to dissuade Isaac from going to war with Bra Zakes. Isaac tells Funani his beef with Bra Zakes is now personal and has nothing to with Nkosi’s hijacking.

Friday 3 May 2024
Episode 210
Makho, the hitman, turns out to be an old friend of Isaac’s, who warns him he has been hired by Bra Zakes to kill him. With Makho’s help, Isaac devises a plan to turn the tables on Bra Monday 6 May 2024
Episode 211
Finding themselves at the mercy of Isaac and the taxi drivers, a fearful Bra Zakes and Sphamandla agree to leave Tembisa and never come back.

Tuesday 7 May 2024
Episode 212
After Maria offers to help print and hand-out flyers for Isaac’s Shisanyama, Mampho cautions her against making a move on Isaac so soon after Rea’s death. The first day of the Shisanyama opening proves disappointing for Isaac as no customers turn up, but Maria refuses to lose hope.

Thursday 9 May 2024
Episode 214

Isaac is happily surprised when the taxi drivers and their families turn up in large numbers to support the Shisanyama. He then gives a heartfelt speech encouraging community unity in the fight against crime.Friday 10 May 2024
Episode 215

Mampho is hurt after catching Ona and Soka chilling in his car together and despite their claims that they are just friends, Mampho points out she knows about their dinner the previous night.

Monday 13 May 2024
Episode 216
Mampho gives Soka the benefit of the doubt after he reassures her that he has no feelings for Ona. But Ona admits to Keletso that she definitely has feelings for Soka.

Tuesday 14 May 2024
Episode 217

While Nkosi expresses his anger and frustration over his continued failure to track and find Kopano, an uneasy Shoki grapples with a secret she is hiding from him.

Wednesday 15 May 2024
Episode 218

Zanele and Faith are gutted during the scan when the doctor reveals that Zanele’s baby’s heart is not beating and that her baby will be still born.

Thursday 16 May 2024
Episode 219
Nkosi is angry and accuses Shoki of keeping secrets from him, but his anger subsides when she reveals she actually has a plan to catch Kopano.

Friday 17 May 2024
Episode 220
Dorothy is blown away by Ona’s sketches for her wedding dress and asks her to also design Molefe’s suit and the bridesmaid’s dresses. But challenges arise when Ona can’t access the fabric Dorothy wants.