South Africans woke up to heartbreaking news on Tuesday morning \u2014 beloved actor Presley Chweneyagae has passed away at the age of 40.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Known for his powerful lead role in the Oscar-winning film Tsotsi, Presley stole the hearts of many across the world. That role didn\u2019t just launch his career \u2014 it put South African film on the global stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The film won an Academy Award in 2006, and Presley went on to win a Golden Horn at the very first South African Film and Television Awards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many also know him from his role as “Cobra” in The River, a character that brought laughter, frustration, and raw emotion into homes across the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
His performance was so loved that it even led to a spin-off show focused on Cobra\u2019s life.Close friends confirmed Presley\u2019s passing in the early hours of Tuesday morning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Details around the cause of death have not been made public yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His death has left a deep void in the local entertainment industry and in the hearts of fans who grew up watching him shine on screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is a developing story. More updates to follow.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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