Family, friends and social media are mourning the loss of Zone 14 and Yizo Yizo actor Patrick Ndlovu.
According to his management agency, MLA Talent Management, Patrick passed away on Tuesday.
An Instagram post confirming the actor’s death read, “We are deeply saddened by the passing of legendary actor, Patrick Ndlovu, whose acting career spanned more than four decades. Patrick was best known for his role as Sizwe Moloi in the SABC1 drama series Zone 14 and as school principal, Mr Thembu, in the popular tv series, Yizo Yizo.”
The post continued, “We were proud to represent such a consummate professional and majestic talent. He was a kind and gentle man, always ready with a smile even when times were tough. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife, family, and friends.
“We will miss you Patrick. RIP✨”
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Many social media users took to Twitter to express their condolences and shared their fondest memories of the talented actor.
Director Thabang Moleya reminisced, “Directing on Zone 14. Many years ago. Ntate Patrick was so gentle and kind. I was still very much in my shell at this age. Ever so encouraging. We grew close. A memorable time. Rest in power. You will be missed by many. #RIPPatrickNdlovu.”
Directing on Zone 14. Many years ago. Ntate Patrick was so gentle and kind. I was still very much in my shell at this age. Ever so encouraging. We grew close. A memorable time. Rest in power. You will be missed by many. #RIPPatrickNdlovu pic.twitter.com/efCJO9CYEe
— Thabang Moleya (@Teabag_Moleya) May 31, 2023
Actress Nambitha Mpumlwana wrote, “I was only a young’un when I was called to fill in the enormous shoes of the inimitable #PatrickNdlovu on #YizoYizo I knew I had much to learn! It was an honour getting to know him over the years as a colleague & friend. Thank you for the memories Sibali!”
I was only a young’un when I was called to fill in the enormous shoes of the inimitable #PatrickNdlovu on #YizoYizo I knew I had much to learn!
It was an honor getting to know him over the years as a colleague & friend.
Thank you for the memories Sibali! #RIPPatrickNdlovu pic.twitter.com/AdPGB5G9jd— NAMBITHA (@NAMBITHA) May 31, 2023
“The legend has taken his final sleep. Let us let him rest in peace. Viva the legend!” expressed one tweep.
#RIPPatrickNdlovu The legend has taken his final sleep. Let us let him rest in peace. Viva the legend! pic.twitter.com/MOtILBmeay
— Kgosiemang (@GJKM_9085) May 31, 2023
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