South African actor Hlomla Dandala has decided to leave the popular TV show “Smoke and Mirrors” due to frustrations stemming from viewer cr!ticism. Known for his versatility and talent, Hlomla’s departure comes as a response to negative feedback about his portrayal of his current role, which fans have deemed too soft.Hlomla stepped into a challenging role that was previously played by Zolisa Xaluva, an actor beloved by audiences for his intense and commanding performance. The comparisons have been relentless, with many fans expressing their disappointment and longing for Zolisa’s return. This constant comparison has taken a toll on Hlomla, prompting his decision to exit the show.

 

 

 

 

 

 

In a statement, Hlomla expressed his dissatisfaction with being compared to his predecessor. “It doesn’t sit well with me to be compared with someone else,” he said, emphasizing that while he respects Zolisa’s work, he feels the need to step away from a role that has not allowed him to fully showcase his own strengths as an actor.Despite the backlash, Hlomla remains a respected and talented figure in the South African entertainment industry. His body of work spans numerous successful projects where he has demonstrated his range and depth as an actor. This latest experience highlights the challenges actors face when taking over beloved roles, especially in long-running shows with dedicated fan bases.

Hlomla’s departure from “Smoke and Mirrors” is a reminder of the impact that audience reception can have on an actor’s career choices. As he moves on from this role, fans and industry peers alike will undoubtedly watch with interest to see what new and exciting projects he will take on next. Hlomla’s resilience and dedication to his craft ensure that he will continue to be a prominent figure in South African television and film.

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We have been wondering of the whereabouts of some of our favorite actors and presenters who have disappeared on television. It was sad to notice that some of them might never ever come back on our screens because they are caught up in other endeavors.

 

Maybe some will return since we can’t give final say of anyone’s life but chances of them returning are slim. So, we thought we should list at least 15 Actors We shall Never-ever See on Mzansi television

Actress Dawn Matthews was born in Oudtshoorn, South Africa. She worked in South Africa as an actress for more than a decade. Our chances of seeing Dawn on Mzansi television ever again were taken when she got married to an American who relocated with her to his home country.

Dawn gave up her life in South Africa for this man and its almost impossible for us to see her again on Mzansi television except in Hollywood production.

No2. Is Smangele Mathibeli
15 Actors We shall Never-ever See on Mzansi television
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Smangele used to be known as Nomcebo in etv Scandal and appeared in Imbewu season 4 until she taps into business. On her last television appearance, all her fans hoped to see her again but they didn’t know she would disappear in other endeavors.

Smangele is now a CEO of the Calvin and Family Group established with her husband. There is no hope that she will ever appear on television screen again since she is too busy with overseeing the day to day proceedings of their company.

No3. Vatiswa Ndara
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Actress Vatiswa Ndara has been on some of the country’s biggest shows such as Generations, Muvhango, Home Affairs, and Igazi, but she doesn’t want to set foot on a set. This is after she claimed that actors and actresses in South Africa were exploited.

According to June 2023 reports of Daily Sun, Vatiswa once wrote to former sport, arts and culture minister Nathi Mthethwa, asking him to do something about the alleged abuse and unfair treatment by production houses. Despite seeking help from the government, Vatiswa saw no hope in the acting industry and decided to quit acting, so we will never see her again on TV.

On number 4 we have Maggie Benedict
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The last time we heard of the actress Maggie Benedict was that time she was arrested for shoplifting. Mzansi was shocked of the situation, perhaps we never thought actors were under paid to an extent of stealing pain killers in store. Even by that time when she came to court she was driving a Toyota Tazz, the most cheapest and affordable car in South Africa.

So, where has she disappeared to and why is it almost impossible to see her again? Well, Maggie relocated to United States where she is acting in Hollywood Productions and obviously earning more money to afford better cars than Toyota Tazz, even to afford pain killers. So, why would she come back, to earn peanuts from Mzansi industry again? Obviously not!

No5 is Candice Derman
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Actress and author Candice became a well known actress and TV host in South Africa where she acted in soapies. After appearing in etv soapie Scandal, she disappeared from television and there is no record of where else she appeared.

In 2011 she published an autobiography called Indescribable, in which she paints a detailed picture of the trauma she went through as a child when she was abused almost daily by her stepfather. Following the publication, Candice relocated to United Kingdom with her husband and daughter. There is no hope we will ever see her again on South African television.

No6. Musa Mthombeni
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Former actor and presenter Musa Mthembeni played different roles on television including in Ek Joke and eKasi our Stories before he disappeared from television. This happened after he finished his medical studies which he did concurrently with media lifetime career since childhood.

He is now a full time doctor who gave up on his television career to take care of our health. Would he leave daily life of being a doctor and grace viewers with his appearance again? We doubt!

No7. Is Selae Thobakgale
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Another ex childhood star who disappeared is Former Yo TV presenter Selae Thobekgale. She is one of those television celebrities we are likely not gonna see on TV again. Selae worked at Yo TV as a presenter from young age then hosted numerous shows before starting a business.

She ventured into business of marketing and has kept her busy everyday which will give her zero chance to come back on TV.No8. Mandisa Nakana
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Another former Yo TV child star who has cemented that she won’t come back on TV is Mandisa Nakana. She hosted the show Yo TV Disney Cartoon Café through out her childhood. When she became an adult and got married everything changed in her life.

She relocated to United Kingdom where she is working as a psychologist and also as a TV presenter. At least she didn’t give up her career completely but the chance for us to see her again on Mzansi television are absolutely slim.

No9. Is Cornet Mamabolo
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Skeem Saam actor Cornet Mamabolo also known as Tbose is no longer into acting like before but he is pushing different businesses in the country. In 2021 Cornet left fan’s favorite character on Skeem Saam by the name of Tbose to focus on his financial services and insurance company. His aim of starting business was to build an empire that creates jobs and to focus on his family.

He was replaced by former Scandal actor Hungani Ndlovu. In 2022 he re-emerges in The River claiming “the demon in me woke up”. In December 2023 he opened a resort in Limpopo close to nature reserves. It’s quite obvious that Cornet will have very little time for acting considering the number of businesses he is running, but there is hope since he is still in the country.

No10 is Loyiso “Chippa” Mangena
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Another actor who has ventured into business and might never appear on our television screen is Loyiso Mangena. The actor who was also a Kwaito star is now a hotshot executive at one of the biggest black -owned companies in South Africa.

Loyiso told Sowetan that he ventured into business while he was still acting so it was easy to transition from acting to business. He is now a member of Pamodzi group initially known as Pamodzi Investments and there is no hope that he will leave corporate working to earn peanuts in television dramas.

On no11. Is Carol Bouwer
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So actors who left the spotlight for corporate business are quite a lot because Carol Bouwer did the same. She was well-known for acting in Generations as Kgomotso and for being a presenter. After series of years in acting since the 90s, Carol decided to invests in media, horse racing, mining and property development.

She is the founder and CEO of Carol Bouwer Productions so she has limited time to appear on daily soapie operas. Though we won’t see her on soapie dramas we will continue to see her on her SABC talk show which empowers women.

No12. Chris Beasley
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Actor and director Chris Beasley was known for playing Len Cooper in SABC drama Isidingo before disappearing from our screens. So, where is he? Well, the actor is now a full time director and is likely not going to come back on front of the camera. According to some sources he enjoys directing more than acting, so let’s just forget about him unless he changes his mind.

No13 is Precious Kofi Schamel
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Former Mzansi television personality Precious Kofi disappeared from spotlight after tying the knot to a white American. She relocated to United States with her husband and children and there is no hope that she will come back to appear on our local screen. The mix race couple was blessed with two children and it appears Precious is now a full time mother. There were rumors of divorce but we don’t know if they finalized it.

No14 is Thuso Mbedu
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Most people got to know Thuso Mbedu as an actress who appeared on etv drama series Scandal and Isidingo before relocating to United States. She is now acting in Hollywood movies and has appeared on several Hollywood films such as Underground Railroad series, the Women King and others.

She is now one of the highest paid actors and the local producers of South Africa will never afford her, so we must kiss her goodbye for local dramas. But she will continue to appear on commercial adverts and on international serials on our television.

No15 we have Atandwa Kani
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Another actor who disappeared to Hollywood is Atandwa Kani. Again because of salary differences between South African acting industry and Hollywood, Atandwa cannot be afforded by South African industry. So, we will continue to see him on local commercial adverts like the recent commercial of Chicken Linkin .But let’s forget him when it comes to local dramas.

Melusi Yeni (Detective Phakathi) on smoke and mirrors potrays a true based story of what happened to himSouth African actor Melusi Yeni is widely recognized for his portrayals of fathers who fail to uphold their responsibilities towards their children. While many may see these roles as just part of his acting career, they mirror a poignant reality from his personal life. Currently starring in “Smoke and Mirrors,” Melusi plays a father who is neglectful and detached, a role that hits close to home given his past experiences.

 

In real life, Melusi Yeni faced significant challenges related to fatherhood and responsibility. Back in 2014, he made headlines when he was publicly accused and subsequently taken to court by his baby mama, Palesa Yvodia Molemela, for failing to support their child. The court case revealed that Melusi had fathered a child from a one-night stand with his next-door neighbor. The maintenance lawsuit sought R1.3 million to cover child support until the child turned 18.

The media frenzy surrounding the maintenance case was just the beginning of Melusi’s troubles. He was also embroiled in a public altercation with his then-girlfriend Angela Dzara, a make-up artist he met on the set of the popular show “Muvhango.” Angela, furious upon discovering Melusi had a child he hadn’t told her about, confronted and insulted him in front of the entire crew. The fallout from this confrontation led to Angela resigning from her job and Melusi being f!red from the show.

Skeem Saam Actors With Their Partners And Kids In Real Life. Skeem Saam has been gracing our screens for over 10 years and if you are a fan you may have beeen curious to know which of your favorite actors is married, divorced, or on the market.The Seshego born actor got married in 2018. On 26th October, Kat celebrated his 1st anniversary with his wife last year, Mmabaneng Seleka. He shared videos on Instagram of the couple, having fun. The question is, does Patrick Seleka have a child? Well, in 2016, he was rumored to be in a relationship with Lisa Tomson and it is alleged that they have a daughter together. Patrick Seleka however denied the roumur and offered to have a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eric Macheru (Leeto Maputla)

Eric Macheru who plays Leeto on Skeem Saam is engaged to his girlfriend Claudeen Wagner. The couple got hooked up in 2019 and the actor has been sharing cossy images with his girlfriend on social media.

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Skeem Saam Actors With Their Partners And Kids In Real Life
Leeto does not like to speak openly about his personal life. However, on 5th December 2019, Mamas and Papas magazine featured the couple on their cover. In the magazine, Eric Macheru and Claudeen shared their pregnancy journey. The pair welcomed their first child not so long ago.

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Pebetsi Nolo Matlaila (Mokgadi)

Pebetsi Nolo Matlaila plays Mokgadi on Skeem Saam, she has managed to keep her personal life private. She, however, shared photos of a man on her Instagram account who was presumed to be her boyfriend. Although the identity of Pebetsi Matlaila’s boyfriend is not known, the two seemed very happy with each other.Skeem Saam Actors With Their Partners And Kids In Real Life
She, however, has a daughter named Oarabile. Life has not been kind to Pebetsi’s daughter, who was one-time fat-shamed by a cashier after she and her mom went shopping. Pebetsi took to her social media page to complain about the incident, and this earned the sympathy of her fans, including her Skeem Saam co-star, Innocent Sadiki.

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Cornet Mamabolo (Thabo T’Bose Maputla)

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Skeem Saam Actors With Their Partners And Kids In Real Life
The Skeem Saam actor T’Bose is married to his long-time girlfriend, Cornet Mamabolo’s wedding was a traditional storming ceremony, where there were exquisites in traditional gear. The internet was set ablaze after photos of their marriage were shared by his colleagues who could not keep calm as they filled the internet with the pictures on the same day. Cornet Mamabolo’s wife’s name is not yet known, but the couple is blessed with one daughter named Omphile who is now four years old.

Clement Maosa (Zamokuhle “Kwaito” Seakamela)

Kwaito is in a happy serious relationship, Zamokuhle is dating girlfriend Kemo Manyoga. He proposed to her on his birthday dinner in 2018.

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Skeem Saam Actors With Their Partners And Kids In Real Life
On 11th October 2019, Zamokuhle surprised his fans when he announced through his Instagram account that they were expecting their firstborn. A few months later, Zamokuhle also posted another picture on Instagram to confirm the birth of his kid.

Cedric Fourie (Lehasa Maphosa)

Cedric and social media personality Lasizwe share a special kind of relationship which has so far left many South Africans with confusion with some saying the two were dating.

Currently, Cedric is in love with his Ugandan Bae, Zari The Boss Lady. She uploaded a video on Instagram all loved up with her man.

Skeem Saam Actors With Their Partners And Kids In Real Life (2020)
Skeem Saam Actors With Their Partners And Kids In Real Life (2020)
Even though little is known about the couple, as they have been keeping their love life away from social media, what we know is that Zari is a musician and businesswoman who splits her time between South Africa and Uganda. Lehasa is also a proud father and he usually posts his son on Instagram.

Amanda du-Pont (Lelo)

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Skeem Saam Actors With Their Partners And Kids In Real Life (2020)
The actress has been in a serious relationship with a Brazilian guy. The name of her boyfriend is Shawn Rodriques. Shawn proposed to her during her 30th birthday while on vacation at the Maldives. Often, the actress showers Shawn with praises on her Instagram.