Isidingo Actor Luzuko Nteleko Dies After “Beating Cancer”, Cause Of Death Revealed
Much loved South African thespian and entrepreneur, Luzuko Nteleko died last night at the age of 36, his PR team confirmed through his Twitter handle.
Luzuko is well known for his TV roles on Isidingo and especially his role as Loyiso on SABC 1’s 2014 daily drama, Zone 14.
He has also featured on so many other television series including The Estate.
While his family has not yet revealed on cause of his death, the publication notes that Loyiso announced that he had beat cancer last year.
He revealed this on his social media pages.
My sister @Nomsa Nteleko was the only reason I could smile here. She went through a lot to help me fight this demonic cancer and I know it hasn’t been easy because your life had to stop so you could take care of me. To God be the glory. We won no more pain and suffering, Mama cried saying she doesn’t know how to thank and I said well thank him every day for healing me. Ndibulele nakuni bo Ndlovu Zidékhaya, oMntungwa. Ndu you’re appreciated and forever,” he said on his posts.
Souces close to the development have also alleged that this could be the same disease that took away his life at a young age.
Condolence messages have started pouring on social media as many of his fans and friends are devastated following his death.
Here are some of the condolence messages.
How do we even begin Ndlovu 🐘…Dear God 💔 #RIPLuzukoNteleko
— Nomsa Liv Nteleko 🥰🌸😍 ✨👑 (@NNteleko) June 22, 2021
RIP: Actor Luzuko Nteleko has passed
He was just 36 years old. 💔#RIPLuzukoNteleko pic.twitter.com/STMFLCKzb9
— Kgopolo 🏳️🌈 (@PhilMphela) June 21, 2021
An alleged friend of his also posted what is thought to be the last of the thespian’s video alive.
The last video you shared with me 🤣
You were such a loving and gentle brother. You are loved, rest my friend. #RIPLuzukoNteleko 💛 pic.twitter.com/VoTM8Lmv45
— 𝕊𝕠𝕔𝕚𝕒𝕝 𝔸𝕟𝕘𝕖𝕝 (@Social_Angel) June 22, 2021
The family is yet to report on the actual cause of death and funeral arrangements for the talented actor.
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