'A giant has fallen' - Mzansi mourns the death of actor Menzi Ngubane
Mzansi is in mourning after the death of veteran actor Menzi Ngubane, with social media flooded with tributes on Saturday evening.
A family member, who did not want to be named, confirmed Ngubane's death to TshisaLIVE on Saturday. He said the family was in shock and would soon release a statement.
Details around the death are unknown.
A social media account bearing Ngubane's name also shared his picture and a brief caption that read, โA giant has fallenโ.
The star was rushed to hospital in 2012 with organ failure. He underwent a kidney transplant in 2014.
The star lit up screens for several decades, starring in popular SABC1 soapie Generations as Sbusiso Dhlomo, and most recently as Judas in Isibaya.
Menzi's death sent shockwaves across the country and led to an outpouring of emotion on social media.
Former public protector Thuli Madonsela, EFF MP Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, Thapelo Mokoena and Master KG were among those who paid tribute to the star.
My Brother,
— Official Thapelo Mokoena (@ThapeloMokoena) March 13, 2021
KZN has a treasure in you. I respect everything youโve done for our people. Rest in Peace Big Man. #RIPMenziNgubane pic.twitter.com/6dByteBBJE
R.I.P to this legend, utata uMenzi Ngubane.. He was an incredible artist who led by example, a shining light and my friend. Words fail to express the hurt. May God be with your family in this moment and forever going forward.. Lala ngoxolo tata uMenzi.. ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ pic.twitter.com/r2nOPeITqY
— Atandwa Kani (@AtandwaKani) March 13, 2021
Menzi Ngubane, what a legendary actor. Siyabulela bhuti for sharing your talent with us โค๏ธ๐๐ฝ
— Miss Lelo (@MsLeloB) March 13, 2021
The character, Mazwi was my first introduction to him, iconic! #RIPMenziNgubane
This is heartbreaking ๐ #RIPMenziNgubane pic.twitter.com/DnjtvXYYUO
— Mbuyiseni Ndlozi (@MbuyiseniNdlozi) March 13, 2021
I'm so hurt๐ญ๐ I knew him ku Bambo Lwam and that when I fell in love with his acting..
— Hlubikazi๐ (@Sanda_Mvulana) March 13, 2021
May his soul rest in peace. #RIPMenziNgubane pic.twitter.com/QvSqwpo28P
Always Been A Fan Of Your Great Work #RIPMenziNgubane pic.twitter.com/QF4Da1fJjA
— Jerusalema Deluxe Out Now!! (@MasterKGsa) March 13, 2021
#RIPMenziNgubane I'll always remember him as Dhlomo ๐ญ Senzo's father ๐ค pic.twitter.com/CDF5pYK60f
— $ อช โทถ อง แท _ แท อค ๊ท แทฆ๐๏ธ (@_ShaunKeyz) March 13, 2021
One of the Greatest African Actors has Passed on. May your soul Rest in perfect peace Menzi Ngubane. lala ngoxolo Grootman ๐#RIPMenziNgubane pic.twitter.com/eWSNsMmjZC
— Mr Smeg (@Michael_Bucwa) March 13, 2021
Will forever miss this face on the small screen. Rest in Peace Menzi Ngubane #RIPMenziNgubane pic.twitter.com/OA7kyoIOXY
— Moses (@Moses_Buju_M) March 13, 2021
What a legend. Condolences to the Ngubaneโs family and strength to you. #RIPMenziNgubane pic.twitter.com/YQDZU0Eixw
— ๐ ธโ๐ ผ ๐ ต๐๐ ฐ๐ ฝ๐ ฒ๐ พ (@Zukz_Franco) March 13, 2021
More heartbreaking news four our nation as we learn that actor Menzi Ngubane is no more and the same about Noxolo Maqashalala. Heartfelt condolences to their families, friends, colleagues and loved ones. #RIPMenziNgubane #RIPNoxoloMaqashalala ๐๐ pic.twitter.com/RJa3xuNBEC
— Prof Thuli Madonsela (@ThuliMadonsela3) March 13, 2021
Today we join the nation in mourning the loss of a true titan of the industry. An unforgettable and enigmatic talent who left his mark on this world and our hearts! #RIPMenziNgubane. You will be sorely missed. Our sincere condolences to his loved ones. pic.twitter.com/JeWLByNwZj
— Mzansi Magic (@Mzansimagic) March 13, 2021
Kings donโt leave alone๐๐ฝ๐#RIPMenziNgubane
— Olwethu Leshabane (@Olwe2Lesh) March 13, 2021
Rest In Peace to the legendary Menzi Ngubane, thanks for the wonderful memories๐ค๐#RIPMenziNgubane pic.twitter.com/2a8FbG7BmL
— siyasamkela (@siyamtitshana) March 13, 2021
One of the greatest to ever do it
— Mbuyi Shadrack (@mbuyi_shadrack) March 13, 2021
A giant of a man has fallen๐#RIPMenziNgubane pic.twitter.com/oSX4sVlLlf
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