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Memories of Henry Cele

My memory

Valerie 9 hours ago

I was eleven y/o when I first saw the advertisement in the TV weekly. I saw the photo of Shaka (Henry Cele) dressed in his coronation garb and I was captured by the intensity of the photo and I kept watch of when the first episode was to air. I never forgotten what that feeling was like and the tremendous respect of this man's presence captivated your soul everytime he was on the seen. I was deeply hurt to learn of his passing and the fact that there are no dialogue footage of this man to at least hear him conversate in an interview.

Gorgeous

Kayla Turner Nov 06, 2009

Ahh. Henry Cele, such a gorgeous man. Being Jamaican American woman and eager to know my roots, I searched for anything involving Africa's past to enlighten me and then it happened. Instantly i became attached to Mr. Henry Cele. I first saw him in the miniseries Shaka Zulu, ofcourse being born in 1988 i didnt see it when it aired on tv, but i watched the series on youtube...over, and over, and over and over again. Each time, i just thought how passionate he must have been to re-live the life of one of Africas greatest warriors, Shaka Zulu. So much so that when one watches him act, its almost as if you are seeing the real man and real events then and there. Amazement, infatuation and awe are the only words close enough to describe how i felt and continue to feel. Beautiful man with such an amazing built and stature. He will truely be missed by me..when i found out he died though its been since 2007, i felt like part of me evaporated but i know he is resting in a better place and although I never met him, I am greatful to God for creating such an outstanding, extraordinary being. RIP Henry Cele.

Blackness Personified

elle Oct 18, 2009

The history of the true black man was fully embodied in the spirit of Henry Cele in his fantastic portrayal of Shaka Zulu. Rememebered always in high regards.
Laverne K Williams
South Florida

Bayethe

Neo Sep 13, 2009

He played the role of King Shaka as if he were truly him. Watching the movie was in fact, not like watching a film, but watching real life take place, it was as if you were there. He was a brilliant actor. And to this day, this movie remains my favorite of all time. I was sad to learn he died an 'angry man', having to be tied down to his hospital bed towards the end. I assume it was a side effect of his condition. I pray he is at peace, knowing he contributed greatly to the cultural fabric of South Africa.

R.I.P.

One of the great

Tom Aug 31, 2009

For me Henri emboddied the recollections of Shaka Zulu. I can imagine that through his play, he could revive the unity of south africans and so causing a threat to many white (former british colonistst or dutch) men.
I don't know how it's possible to die of a chest infection in 2007. What I do know is that I feel sad still, after nearly two years that we miss him.
Jenny, my thoughts are with you and your children.

LONG LIVE THE THE GREAT ELEPHANT

HOTTFITTERS Aug 25, 2009

AS LONG AS I LIVE I WILL REMEMBER YOU. IN OUR NEXT LIFE WE WILL BE KINGS.

eras grande!!!

virgilio puello colombia Aug 24, 2009

siempre estaras en nuestros corazones

My First Love

Nicky Aug 20, 2009

He was what I believed a real black man should look like he was strong and he had such presence. I will always remember him. My wishes to his family.

The Fan

khera

khera Aug 20, 2009

Nous Avons perdu un grand homme un grand acteur, un king, il avait beaucoup de charisme, de lumière, qu'il repose en paix, qu'allah l'accueille dans son paradis, amine. YOU ARE THE KING OF PEOPLE ZULU?

khera (Aug 20, 2009)

J 'habite a paris, salam aleikou.

To a King

John Aug 11, 2009

Henry Cele was a "man of greatness..." Mr. Cele was a man "a man so tall..." He was a man "so big and strong in mind....a man of men."

I was heartbroken to hear of his death. He is missed so much by so many.

He is so loved, Jenny.

Bow Down

Akoto Armah Jul 22, 2009

He was a great actor that will truly be missed! May he rest in peace...
I remember watching him in Shaka Zulu and Last Samari. Great performer, real dedication to the Arts.

A True African Prince

S. Brown Georgia USA Jun 25, 2009

I am very sadden by this news of Henry Cele passing. I just found out yesterday June 23, 2009. I was in my early twenty's when I first saw Shaka Zula. I fell totally in love with the movie and the actor Henry Cele. He was such a beautiful Black man. The movie and the way he protray Shaka Zula was pure passion. No-One cannot play this role except Henry Cele. May you rest in Peace, a true African Prince and King