Khayalethu Anthony
Khayalethu Anthony | |
|---|---|
| Born | 15 July 1986 Khayelitsha, South Africa |
| Died | 29 September 2022 (aged 36)[1] |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Writer, Director |
| Years active | 2011–2022 |
Khayalethu Anthony (15 July 1986 – 29 September 2022)[2] was a Xhosa[3] writer, director and actor, most famous for playing the role of Militant Prisoner on Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, Reyka and Shepherds and Butchers.
Career
[edit]In 2011, Khayalethu Anthony marked his entrance into the professional acting arena with his debut performance in Lara Foot's theatrical drama, Solomon and Marion,[4] which premiered at Cape Town's Baxter Theatre.[5] Following this, in 2012, he ventured into television with his debut role as a security guard in an episode of SABC 1's romantic comedy-drama series, Forced Love. The year 2013 saw his film acting debut in the notable production Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom.
References
[edit]- ^ Maako, Keitumetse. "Reyka star Khayalethu Anthony, 36, has died". Life.
- ^ "Come along and enjoy the Zabalaza Theatre Festival on now at the Baxter". News24.
- ^ Durnford-Slater, Sandi (14 November 2014). ""I would like to say I'm one of the stars of the township," says newcomer to the London Stage, Khayalethu Anthony". The South African.
- ^ https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/anthony-out-to-make-his-mark-1531755
- ^ Kellaway, Kate (16 November 2014). "Solomon and Marion review – a knockout of a play" – via The Guardian.
External links
[edit]- Khayalethu Anthony at IMDb
- Khayalethu Anthony at TVSA