Lesego Marakalla. Does the name ring a bell? Well, you may be those who know her as Rachel from Skeem Saam. The actress was born on the 16th of May 1993 in Mpumalanga, as of 2020 she is 27 years old.

After nearly a decade of playing the role of Rachel Kunutu, popular actress Lesego Marakalla decided to bid farewell to popular SABC1 soapie, Skeem Saam.

According to the statement that was released by Skeem Saam, Lesego Marakalla aka Rachel Kunutu left the soapie a few months ago, because she’s went back to school full-time. She added that she was not sure if she will ever return to acting ever again.

Lesego expressed her sadness at leaving the soapie and her gratitude for all the friendships and memories she’s made.

“I will miss my Skeem Saam family dearly. I have been with the show for 8 years and I have created some good friendships and memories”. Said Lesego.

The Skeem Saam production expressed how much they will miss the actress and wished her the best of luck in her future endeavours.

“In her role as Rachel Kunutu Maphuthuma, Lesego Marakalla has been one of the show’s leading young ladies, adding to the series, sustained success over the seasons”. Read the Skeem Saam statement.

Sources : Sowetan Live.

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