THE acting industry has lost yet another talented actor.
This after seasoned actor Luzuko Nteleko passed away on Monday, 21 June.
He was known for his roles on shows including Muvhango, Scandal, Isidingo and Keeping Score.
Luzuko’s passing was confirmed to Daily Sun by his sister, Nomsa, who said they were deeply hurt and saddened.
“Luzuko was diagnosed with stage four brain cancer two years ago. He fought a good fight and we are still coming to terms with everything,” she said.
Nomsa said they were going to miss him dearly.
“He was love, peace, courage and strength personified. He loved his family dearly as much as we loved him.
“May his friends and loved ones be comforted in the fact that his spirit will continue to be with us,” said Nomsa.
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She thanked Luzuko’s medical and spiritual team, which supported him tirelessly.
Nomsa said funeral details will be communicated in due time.
The family also respectfully asked for time and privacy to honour Luzuko.
Heartfelt messages of condolences have been pouring in since news of Luzuko’s passing broke.
Actor Lesley Musina said he was gutted.
“It’s so painful to see a young actor who had so much ahead of him go. It really hit me deep because I have worked with him on two productions in the past and he is such an amazing young man.
“He was always willing to help. On one of the productions I was in with him, he used to help me with the Xhosa pronunciation of words. Although we had a love hate relationship onscreen on Muvhango, we got along like fireworks behind the scene. I cannot bring myself to explain how much I will miss him,” he said.
Luzuko’s close friend Itumeleng Modibedi, popularly known as DJ Miza, said he was shattered.
“Luzuko and I grew up in the same neighbourhood and were very close. We go back a long way and used to play soccer together while growing up.
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“I am really sad. Words fail me to express how broken I am, but I believe his soul is at peace. I am glad he did not go without a fight as that is the Luzuko I know,” he said.
Actress Swankie Mafoko described Luzuko as warm, loving and funny.
“I did not share a lot of scenes with him on camera, but we got to know each other behind the scene. Our conversations were always light and cheerful.
“He was never in a bad mood. I am going to miss him a lot. I gained an amazing friend the day I set foot on the Keeping Score set,” she said.