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Henry Cele

58 years old
Male
Born Jan 30, 1949
Died Nov 02, 2007
Durban, South Africa

This page is to remember Henry Cele, star of Shaka Zulu and an inspiration to millions

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Henry Cele

Actor Henry Cele, famous for his role as Shaka Zulu, died in Durban's St Augustine's Hospital on Nov 2.

The 58-year old actor passed away in the intensive care unit of the hospital, after being admitted more than a week ago with a chest infection.

Cele first became famous as a professional goalkeeper. Known as Henry "Black Cat" Cele, he played for several professional soccer clubs before landing a role in the television series "Shaka Zulu". The series was so popular it was made into a film and Cele became a household name.

He also starred in films such as the 1993 film Point of Impact and the 1990 film The Last Samurai.

Cele's funeral will be held next week in Durban. His wife, Jenny Hollander, was at his bedside when he passed away.

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T. Roundtree Jun 02, 2013

I remember watching the movie Shaka Zulu and being mesmerized by the deep dark eyes and persona of Henry Cele. He was a wonderful and talented actor. He has truly made us proud and I salute the genius in him. He will live on forever in our memories and hearts.

A African King

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T. Roundtree Jun 02, 2013

I remember watching the movie Shaka Zulu and watching the actor Henry Cele. His dark eyes that seem to capture it's viewers and make you feel a connection with him. A wonderful talented actor. You have made us proud! Forever you will live on. I salute you great genius.

shaka lover

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Rachel Savaiki Mar 17, 2013

I just finished watching shaka zulu for the thousandth time probably!I first watched it as a kid,nothing else good was on public television.I am so glad I did,that movie especially Mr.Henry Cele was epic.He truly turned into Shaka ,what a powerful force that man was.so I decided to look up Mr.Cele and I found this,sad to hear.I just wanted to say that I think Henry Cele was a spectacular actor and a very handsome and magnetic one.r.I.p. and blessings to his family.

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m.peg Feb 25, 2013

Mr. Cele was the kind of Man, Actor, Presence and Human Being that made you ask; WHO IS THAT? WHITE OR BLACK some people just grab your attention and Henry Cele was that powerful a force! What a loss.

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