Tributes are pouring in for veteran actor and gender-based violence activist, Patrick Shai who passed away on Saturday.
His family confirmed that Shai passed away in his Soweto home.
Shai's career spanned more than 30 years and he has starred in countless TV productions, including Soul City, Generations, and 7de Laan.
He was also an outspoken activist against gender-based violence.
"Shai was a compassionate hero of our struggle against gender-based violence who would use his artistic skills to ensure that the message gets across to his intended audience," said chairperson for the Commission for Gender Equality, Tamara Mathebula.
"It is through men like him that we are seeing a shift in the mindset amongst many men, and we shall continue in the same trajectory to eradicate the scourge of GBV."
Parliament also paid tribute to Shai, calling him "one of the foremost and celebrated thespians of our era”.
"South Africa has lost an extraordinary human being whose role, unrivaled talent, and outstanding service to society can never be replaced," said parliamentary spokesperson, Moloto Mothapo.
Family spokesperson Amogelang Mmusi says the family will share more details surrounding his death at a later stage.
- Jacaranda FM
