Actress Winnie Ntshaba Remembers Late Actor Presley Chweneyagae in Emotional Post
“Winnie Ntshaba Leads Tributes as Mzansi Mourns Sudden Passing of Actor Presley Chweneyagae at 40”
The South African entertainment industry is reeling from the unexpected death of award-winning Tsotsi actor Presley Chweneyagae, who passed away on 27 May 2025. Colleagues and fans alike are sharing heartfelt tributes, with House of Zwide star Winnie Ntshaba posting an especially emotional farewell to her late co-star.
A Nation in Mourning
- Winnie Ntshaba shared behind-the-scenes footage with Chweneyagae, captioning:
“This film will come out and you won’t be here to witness your magic… Rest well, Presley 💔” - Co-stars like Sophie Ndaba called it a “MASSIVE loss to our industry”
- Fans remembered his iconic roles, with one writing: “I would skip everything to watch him on TV”
Family Confirms Cause of Death
The actor’s family clarified via journalist Chriselda Zozi Lewis that Chweneyagae:
✔️ Died of natural causes (no foul play suspected)
✔️ Had struggled to breathe before paramedics arrived
✔️ Passed away before medical help could intervene
Controversy Amid Grief
While most honored Chweneyagae’s legacy, blogger Musa Khawula sparked outrage by:
- Labeling him a “deadbeat”
- Claiming he “blew his fortune on women and alcohol”
- Ignoring widespread tributes to his groundbreaking career
Watch Winnie Ntshaba’s Tribute:
Source: Briefly News