Mary Twala

Mary Twala

Deceased · Born: Sep 14, 1939 · Died: Jul 4, 2020

Personal Details

BornSep 14, 1939 Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa

Biography

Mary Twala, a talented actress, entered this world on September 14, 1939, in the vibrant city of Johannesburg, South Africa, specifically in the historic township of Soweto. Born with a passion for the performing arts, she would go on to make a lasting impact on the industry, captivating audiences with her remarkable talent. Some of her most notable roles include those in the critically acclaimed films "This Is Not a Burial, It's a Resurrection" (2019),the action-packed "The Dark Tower" (2017),and the heartwarming "Hector and the Search for Happiness" (2014). Mary's personal life was just as fulfilling, as she was married to the love of her life, Ndaba Mhlongo. Tragically, her life came to a close on July 4, 2020, in the city of her birth, Johannesburg, South Africa, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire and entertain for generations to come.

Career

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2022
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2020
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Black Is King
Black Is King as Mary Twala
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2017
The Dark Tower
The Dark Tower as Bell Lady
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2016
Wonder Boy for President
Wonder Boy for President as Vicky Sibanyoni
{"id":25357,"title":"Leading Lady","year":"2014","character":"Sarah Novuka","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/leading-lady","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_25357.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_25357.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
Leading Lady
Leading Lady as Sarah Novuka
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{"id":39514,"title":"Of Good Report","year":"2013","character":"Esther Sithole","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/of-good-report","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_39514.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_39514.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
Of Good Report
Of Good Report as Esther Sithole
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2012
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2011
Lucky
Lucky as Dudu
{"id":183627,"title":"Hopeville","year":"2010","character":"Ma Dolly","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hopeville","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_183627.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_183627.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
Hopeville
Hopeville as Ma Dolly
{"id":254010,"title":"State of Violence","year":"2010","character":"Sophie","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/state-of-violence","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_254010.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_254010.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":21080,"title":"Ghost Son","year":"2007","character":"Leleti","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ghost-son","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/bc775m8ckli0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/bc775m8ckli0.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
Ghost Son
Ghost Son as Leleti
{"id":52848,"title":"Beat the Drum","year":"2003","character":"Ntombi","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/beat-the-drum","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_52848.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_52848.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
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2001
Malunde
Malunde as Grandmother Khumalo
{"id":10612,"title":"Sarafina!","year":"1992","character":"Sarafina's Grandmother","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sarafina","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_10612.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_10612.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Sarafina!
Sarafina! as Sarafina's Grandmother