List of South African soapville actresses over 60-years-old and still killing
The South African entertainment industry has been blessed with pure talent. In the wake of new fast-rising actors, Mzansi’s seasoned actors have managed to stay relevant through the test of time.
Black does not crack and quite a number of South African actresses are still looking fresh despite being over 60 years of age.
Making a difference in the industry, these actresses not only have the flair but the looks to match leaving fans drooling. Here are some of the Mzansi’s soapville actresses over 60 and still killing it.
Thembi Mtshali-Jones
The 70-year-old renowned South African actress is currently playing MaNdlovu on etv’s Imbewu. The epitome of black doesn’t crack, she features with younger actresses in Bona Magazine’s issue acknowledging female actresses killing it. She is one beautiful melanin queen who has the flair to go with it.
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Abigail Kubeka
Abigail Kubeka is a renowned actress and singer best-known as Zondiwe Mogale on Generations The Legacy. She is the ultimate definition of black doesn’t crack, the actress is always dressed to kill. Her poise isn’t her only strength but she also has the flair. It is that talent that keeps us listening to her music and waiting for her appearance on the small screen.
At 80 years of age, she is one of the most decorated actresses. The decorated actress has amassed a huge amount of fortune as is seen by the house she owns. She is worth $800 000 and her house is the whitest on the quiet street of Maseko in Orlando West. The manicured lawn and opulently decorated outside walls are a sight for sore eyes.
Connie Chiume
The veteran actress is popular for her amiable and caring role as Mamokete Khuse on e.tv’s Rhythm City. The flair she possesses at 68 years of age attracts a huge following and she never fails to deliver every time she appears on the small screen. She still pulls off glamorous looks and with her youthful face, it’s shocking how she ages slowly.
Lydia Mokgokoloshi
Multi-award winning actress Lydia Mokgokoloshi affectionately known as Koko Mantsha is one of the highest-paid actors on the set of Skeem Saam.
The seasoned actor boasts of more than 30 years in the acting industry and has featured in soapies such as Bophelo ke Smphekgo. Despite being relieved from full time acting duties, Koko Mantsha takes home R40,000 monthly. However, of late, she has been off the screen.
Thembi Nyandeni
Popular for her role on Isibaya as Mkabayi Zungu, the actress is one gangster who leaves us thinking she is in her forties. Born on the 19th of March 1958, the actress is 63 years of age.
Ivy Nkutha
Ivy Nkutha is a renowned South African best-known as ‘Gogo’ Flo on Generations The Legacy. If not for her granddaughter’s influence, Ivy would have never discovered her flair. Success always comes when least expected and the actress is living proof.