Generations viewers are heartbroken as actor Kope Makgae confirms the reason he is leaving the show.
Generations viewers are heartbroken as actor Kope Makgae confirms the reason he is leaving the show.
Well-known Mzansi actor Kope Makgae is making headlines in the backdrop of his exit from the SABC’s drama series, Generations: The Legacy. His exit comes barely a week after it was confirmed that he had joined the new drama series Isiphetho: The Destiny.
According to TVSA, the bubbly actor will star as Mosa in the new e-TV drama series.Kope Makgae will star alongside Uzalo actress Gugu Gumede, who will star as Connie. The star-studded cast of Isiphetho also includes The Wife actress Mbalenhle Mavimbela and Thulani Mtsweni.
Mavimbela will star as Buhle, while Mtsweni will star as Mkhapheni in the upcoming series. Taking to Instagram, Kope Makgae confirmed his exit as he responded to the rumour mill. However, he went on to bid farewell to the fans, cast, and crew of the drama series.
CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT 🎥#GenerationsTheLegacy is sad to confirm the exit of Kope Makgae who has played the role of Murekza since 2016. pic.twitter.com/OQAJgtWOIo
— Entertainment (@TvblogbyMLU) March 15, 2024
In the now-viral video, Kope Makgae shared his last moments with the entire crew, from the production team to the extras.The actor captioned the post:
“THANK YOU, GOD, It’s been one hell of a journey & I’d sincerely like to thank everyone who has supported and elevated my career to where I am today, those that have helped me shine, sharpen my artistic artillery & feed my fam.”
“It’s been a pleasure to spar with industry giants like @manakaranaka & @cosmo170. It was hard to say goodbye to the colleagues that became friends & family.To all the viewers who let me into their homes and appreciate my craft, I have humble love and appreciation for you all. @ditebogoledwaba, I miss you already. Thank you, bafethu [sic].”
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At the end of the video, he introduced Mzansi to his new cast and shared some lighter moments behind the scenes with Gugu Gumede. No doubt his farewell has since thrust him into the top trends.
The viral video has gained thousands of comments and reactions since it dropped on the internet. Against the video, fans quickly flooded his comments section with some appraisals. However, little is known about how the drama series will write off Kope Makgae’s storyline.
As the actor confirms that he wants to grow as an artist and actor, thats why he decides to take a new step by leaving Generations, and we wish him the best.However, with a lengthy career, he has swiftly established himself as one of the most sought-after actors. Kope Makgae has starred in multiple drama shows. which include Karektas, Ashes to Ashes. Dream World, eKasi: Our Stories, Season 6
CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT 🎥#GenerationsTheLegacy is sad to confirm the exit of Kope Makgae who has played the role of Murekza since 2016. pic.twitter.com/OQAJgtWOIo
— Entertainment (@TvblogbyMLU) March 15, 2024
CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT 🎥#GenerationsTheLegacy is sad to confirm the exit of Kope Makgae who has played the role of Murekza since 2016. pic.twitter.com/OQAJgtWOIo
— Entertainment (@TvblogbyMLU) March 15, 2024
CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT 🎥#GenerationsTheLegacy is sad to confirm the exit of Kope Makgae who has played the role of Murekza since 2016. pic.twitter.com/OQAJgtWOIo
— Entertainment (@TvblogbyMLU) March 15, 2024
