Actress Mampho Brescia reveals Family Secrets

Actress Mampho Brescia is excited about her new role on SABC1 drama series, Family Secrets.

She plays the role of Cleo Mokwena previously done by Sonia Mbele.

Speaking to Daily Sun, Cleo said she’s enjoying herself even though it took her time to get used to the role.

“So far I’ve been enjoying myself paying Cleo, even though she’s a difficult character to execute as there are many layers to her,” she said.

“I hope I do her justice, especially because I came on in the second season, taking over from someone else, so it was very important for me that I don’t drop the ball and continue with her momentum.

“Although it was daunting at first when I assumed the role,because I wanted her to be different and not give people the idea I was cast because she has similar elements to Isibaya’s Iris, I got accustomed to her after some deep research and characterisation.”

Mampho said she and Cleo have a lot of similarities.

“When I did dug deep into the character I saw myself in her, which I think is one of the things that made it easier for me to ensure the role is truthful, just like myself.

“She’s a strong woman who’ll stop at nothing to protect her family.”

Mampho, who’s been a part of big productions such as Jacob’s Cross, Home Affairs and Isidingo, spoke about the importance of taking a break.

“After I was done with my scenes on Isibaya, I took a break to be at home and relax,” she said.

Pics: Inside Actress Mampho Brescia’s Vow Renewal

Mampho Brescia is slowly letting us into her love life. The former Isibaya actress has been in the entertainment industry for many years and for the most part, she keeps her relationship out of the spotlight.

However, this latest occasion was a little different so it had to be documented. The actress who has been married to her hubby for the past 17 years decided to mark that milestone with a big celebration. The lovebirds hosted a vow renewal which was attended by Mampho’s celeb friends such as Pasi Koetle, Andile Ncube, bestie Terry Pheto and Rosette Ncwana.

Although it may seem that strong marriages are rare amongst celebrities, Mampho Brescia found love in the arms of a businessman, and their romance spans for more than a decade.

Mampho Brescia first met her husband at the gym, and because of a bad incident at the time, Mrs Bresica had thought he was another potential stalker, however, when he approached her, she said that his calm warm spirit made them connect immediately.

After going on their first date following their first introduction, the two started dating and got married a year later. Their romance has come a long way as they’ve been married for 17 years and Mrs Brecisa still can’t stop gushing over her husband. She recently took to her Instagram stories proudly declaring how lucky she was to have him.