Drummond Marais, a multifaceted artist, was born on October 17, 1950, in Rhodesia. He delved into both visual and dramatic arts, leaving a lasting impact on the theatre scene. Some of his most memorable performances were with the Natal Performing Arts Council in productions such as Sweeney Todd, Sweet Charity, Candide, and Queen.
In his personal life, Drummond was an openly proud gay man who lived authentically for over 30 years. He had a loving relationship with his son Matthew, who is now 35 years old. Drummond was also one of the first 100 gay men in the country to legally marry a same-sex partner, exercising his human right.
At the age of 61, Drummond was content and proud of his life's work. His story serves as an inspiration to the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.
Tragically, Drummond Marais passed away on December 25, 2012, at the age of 62. His partner shared the news on Facebook, and the following year, he was posthumously nominated for a Naledi Award for his performance in A Pocket Oliver Twist. The 2013 Naledi Awards paid tribute to South Africa's legendary actors, and Drummond's photo was honored among the country's theatre icons.
