WATCH LIVE| LUZUKO NTELEKO’S MEMORIAL SERVICE

Friends, family and fans gathered at Sebokeng, Zone 14 Sports Centre on Saturday afternoon to celebrate the late actor Luzuko Nteleko’s life.

The beloved actor died on June 21 after losing a two-year battle with brain cancer.

Physical attendance has been limited so the family can ensure adherence to Covid-19 regulations. The service is being streamed live on YouTube and will be broadcast on channel 504 on Mpumalanga Broadcasting Television at 6pm.

The stage has been adorned with dozens of white flower arrangements as mourners stream into the venue.

The family has encouraged everyone to tune in and celebrate Luzuko’s life with them virtually.

Luzuko will be laid to rest at his family home in the Eastern Cape on July 2.

Luzuko had a long career as an actor and has featured in big local productions such as Zone 14, Muvhango, and Ring of Lies. The actor was loved by many for his fun personality, humour and his multilingualism that impressed many of his fans.

The star was fluent in Xhosa, Zulu, Sotho, Xitsonga and English.

DETAILS OF ACTOR LUZUKO NTELEKO’S MEMORIAL AND FUNERAL SERVICE

Details of actor Luzuko Nteleko’s memorial and funeral service have been released by his family. The star died few days ago after two-year battle with brain cancer.

He was aged 36.

The news of his passing was made known by his sister Nomsa Nteleko on social media.

She shared that the memorial service would be held in his honour on July 26 at 1pm.

The memorial will be held at Sebokeng, Zone 14 Sports Centre.

Physical attendance will be limited so the family can ensure adherence to Covid-19 regulations.

The service will be streamed live on YouTube and broadcast on channel 504 on Mpumalanga Broadcasting Television at 6pm.

The family has encouraged everyone to tune in and virtually celebrate Luzuko’s life with them.

Luzuko will be laid to rest at his family home in the Eastern Cape on July 2.

On Twitter, Nomsa expressed her disbelief that she was preparing to bury her brother.

“I can’t believe we are here, my mother’s child, mtaka Dad. Now your next journey begins. May it be as glorious. You were indeed an angel on earth,” tweeted Nomsa.’

See tweet below:

#RIPLuzukoNteleko I can’t believe we are here my mother’s child, mtakaDad ??. Now your next journey begins, may it be as glorious, you were indeed an angel ? on earth ??✨. @TimesLIVE @jtcomms pic.twitter.com/M0tz3v2nqe

— Nomsa Liv Nteleko ??? ✨? (@NNteleko) June 25, 2021

VIDEOS: MEMORABLE MOMENTS OF LUZUKO NTELEKO IN ACTION THAT HELPED HIM WIN SA OVER

The death of much loved actor Luzuko Nteleko on Monday, has left the nation reflecting on the star’s most iconic screen moments that caught the attention of millions.

Luzuko died on Monday, aged 36 years. His sister Nomsa Nteleko took to Twitter to announce his passing. The the cause of his death is yet to be confirmed.

In the last two years of his life, the star faced a battle with cancer.

Luzuko had an illustrious career as an actor and has featured in big local productions such as Zone 14, Muvhango, and Ring of Lies. The star also made a name for himself on the international scene after filming the LGBTQI+ TV series About Him featuring Milan Christopher and a British history documentary series Zero Hour.

The actor was loved by many for his fun personality, humour and his multilingualism that often left his fans impressed.

Mzansi took to Twitter to honour the star and his achievements in the entertainment industry. Many posted clips of the star’s best moments in front of the camera.

From his first role on the show 4 Hours to showing off his singing skills, watch some of Luzuko’s quintessential moments below:

My heart is sore ???

Go well my friend, oRayRay, maZatZat☀️ even the Sun doesn't shine as it used to.

Prayers for peace and comfort in the days ahead, go well ?. #RIPLuzukoNteleko https://t.co/mYDwgJWWRP

— ?????? ????? (@Social_Angel) June 22, 2021

Phumula ngokuthula mfowethu???#RIPLuzukoNteleko pic.twitter.com/bJmTslW7EN

— Hazel German (@hhazelofficial_) June 21, 2021