The actor, who gained popularity in the 1990s for his role as powerful club owner Duke Ngcobo in the E.TV drama Backstage, is struggling to make a living.
Veteran actor Carlo Radebe says he is excited to return to acting and is grateful for the support he received after it was revealed last week that he was struggling to make ends meet.
“I am speechless for what you have shown me over the past few days since my friend Moritz Neethling, guided by your dedication to my well-being, made my statement… I would like to express my gratitude for your sincere dedication to moving forward forever,'' Radebe declared on his Facebook page.
An actor who gained popularity by starring in an e.tv drama. backstage According to friend Maurits Niesling, who broke the news of Radebe's struggles, he was struggling to make a living as a powerful club owner, Duke Ngcobo, in the 1990s.
“Unfortunately for Carlo, he never recovered and is now struggling to support himself,” Neethling's post said.
“Evicted from his previous home, he now lives behind a remote smallholding on the outskirts of Joburg. Relying on a government grant of just R350 a month, this is not enough for him. are not given the means to get themselves on the radar of a casting agent and have them submit a video audition clip, much less have the means to support themselves or obtain data to make phone calls or send and receive emails. can.”
Neethling's post included Radebe's bank account details so fans could deposit funds.
“I'm looking forward to getting back on set and filming. By the grace of God everything will be fine. Thank you to everyone who has spoken out and some who have been active on the platform. I don't owe you anything. Thank you again.
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Carlo Radebe gets help from DNA
At the weekend, the Duma Ndlovu Actors Academy (DNA) confirmed it had tracked down Radebe after calling for a search following news that a fight had broken out.
“We would like to thank everyone in South Africa who helped in the search for Mr. Carlo. We are happy to report that we found him last night. We wish him all the best,” DNA said in a short statement.
DNA was founded in 2015 by renowned television director and producer Ndlovu. Ndlovu is the creator of popular shows such as; Muvhango, Imbeu: The Seed and Uzalo.
DNA is described on its website as “a pioneering institution dedicated to shaping the future of theater and filmmaking, founded with a vision of bridging the gap between talent and opportunity.”
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