Ndaba Walter Mhlongo (3 July 1933 – 29 October 1989) [1] was a South African actor and choreographer best known for his role of Mshefane in the 1977 production Inyakanyaka. Ndaba is widely regarded as one of South Africa's most prominent comedians. Joe Mafela, himself an established comedian, described Ndaba's comedy as effortless.
Ndaba Mhlongo | |
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| Born | Ndaba Walter Mhlongo 4 July 1933 |
| Died | October 29, 1989 (aged 56) South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 1970s–1989 |
| Known for | Inyakanyaka • Ngaka |
| Spouse | Mary Twala (?–1989) his death |
| Children | 2, incl. Somizi) |
Career
editMhlongo is well known for the comedy Inyakanyaka (meaning trouble), and the dramatic film uDeliwe in which he acted with his wife and son. His other known works include Isivumelwano, Upondo no Nkinsela, Bad Company, Strike Force and Ngaka
Personal life
editMhlongo was married to actress Mary Twala.[2] They had 2 children together; Archie and Somizi.[3]
Awards and nominations
editMhlongo received a Tony Award nomination for Best Choreography on Mbongeni Ngema's Sarafina! in 1988.[4]
Filmography
edit| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | Inyakanyaka | Mshefane | |
| 1978 | Isivumelwano | ||
| 1980 | Upondo no Nkinsela | Mpondo | |
| 1985 | Bad Company | ||
| 1986 | Strike Force |
References
edit- ^ "Somizi plays a careful tribute to his late mother Mary Twala at her funeral". newssa1.com. Retrieved 9 July 2020.
- ^ "5 local celebs and their famous parents". Channel 24. 15 July 2016. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
- ^ Temba Msiza. "Somizi On His Parents' Love". People Magazine.
- ^ "Ndaba Mhlongo - Incwajana". incwajana.com. 4 May 2020.
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