Popular TV, theater, and film actor Jamie Bartlett has passed away at the age, of 55. He was well known for portraying the role of David Genaro on e.TV’s canned soapie, Rhythm City.

According to the news Channel, his sudden death was confirmed by a close family member. The cause of death has not yet been revealed.

Before joining Rhythm City he was part of the cast of SABC’s popular TV series Isidingo where he played the character of Mike O’Riley.