The entertainment industry is reeling in shock following the death of veteran actor, radio and theatre legend Mahuma Paul Rapetsoa.
Rapetsoa portrayed the charter of Malome Josias in the popular SABC1 soapie.
Taking on social media, family member Matome Rapetsoa confirmed the thespian’s untimely death but did not disclose his cause of death.
“It is with great sadness to announce the passing of our father, brother and colleague Mr Mahuma Paul Rapetsoa.”Bra Paul” passed away today at 18:56.
Hailed the “King of the airwaves”, tributes continue to pour in on social media as fans and industry colleagues remember and honour Rapetsoa’s contribution in the arts space.
“The legendary, storyteller, writer, king of the airwaves, Ntate Mahuma Paul Rapetsoa passed on… Broken heart 2020 taking as much as it can before bowing out,” wrote “Isono” actress Rami Chuene.
The legendary, storyteller, writer, king of the airwaves, Ntate Mahuma Paul Rapetsoa passed on…💔 2020 taking as much as it can before bowing out.