A 51-year-old actor accused of killing his life partner is expected to appear in the Kempton Park Magistrates Court on Monday.
The actor widely reported to have been a cast member of "7de Laan" was never part of the soapie.
The suspect, whose name is all over social media, mainly appeared in cabaret performances, Legacy and Getroud met Rugby.
He allegedly killed his 29-year-old partner with an unlicensed firearm, before trying to take his own life.
The actor is currently in the Tembisa Hospital and may only be named once he has been formally charged.
On Friday, the Production Company for "7de Laan" issued a statement to confirm that the actor was not part of their current cast.
The victim's name is still unknown.
The actor was also a judge for the Naledi Teatre Awards. The theatre issued a brief comment on its Facebook page.
