South African movie actors born in the year 1955
Here are 5 famous actors from South Africa were born in 1955:
Shaun Tomson
Shaun Tomson (August 21, 1955 Durban-) is a South African actor, surfer, environmentalist, author and businessperson. His children are called Luke Tomson and Mathew Tomson.
Shaun Tomson is best known for his incredibly successful surfing career, having won numerous championships and awards throughout the 1970s. He was also one of the youngest surfers to win a major professional surfing event when he won the Gunston 500 in Durban at the age of 20. Tomson was also a member of the renowned surf group, The Bronzed Aussies.
Tomson has since gone on to become an accomplished author and businessperson, co-founding the surfwear company Instinct in 1987. He has authored several books, including the popular "Surfer's Code: 12 Simple Lessons for Riding Through Life," which has been published in over a dozen languages.
In addition to his professional pursuits, Tomson is a committed environmentalist and advocates for sustainable practices in the surfing industry. He has also been involved in a number of charitable organizations, serving on the boards of several non-profits that support children's education and environmental conservation.
Tomson's sons, Luke and Mathew, have both followed in their father's footsteps as professional surfers, with Luke earning a spot on the World Surf League's Qualifying Series in 2017.
Mbongeni Ngema
Mbongeni Ngema (May 10, 1955 Verulam, KwaZulu-Natal-) a.k.a. Mbogeni Ngema, Mbongeni Israel Ngema, Mboni Ngema, Mbongeni Ngema or Mbongeni Ngema (with the Township Fever Cast) is a South African actor, screenwriter, lyricist, theatre director, composer, orchestrator, writer and theatrical producer.
Ngema is most well-known for his internationally-acclaimed musical "Sarafina!", which was later adapted into a film in 1992. He was nominated for a Tony Award in 1988 for his work on the Broadway production of "Sarafina!". Ngema is also a prominent figure in the fight against apartheid in South Africa, and his work often addresses issues related to social justice and political struggle. In addition to his work in theatre, Ngema has also acted in numerous films and television shows, including "Cry, the Beloved Country" and "Hotel Rwanda".
James Whyle
James Whyle (October 5, 1955 Eastern Cape-) is a South African screenwriter and actor.
Born and raised in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, Whyle began his career as a writer in the 1980s, working on a range of TV shows and films. He gained wider recognition in the 1990s for his work as a screenwriter on popular South African dramas such as "Egoli: Place of Gold" and "Isidingo".
In addition to his writing work, Whyle has also appeared as an actor in various films and TV shows, including "The Bang Bang Club" and "Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom". He has also won multiple awards for his work as a screenwriter, including a South African Film and Television Award in 2014 for Best TV Drama.
Outside of his creative work, Whyle is also known for his activism and involvement in the fight against apartheid in South Africa. He has been a vocal advocate for social justice and equality, and has worked with various organizations to promote these causes.
Paulo Tocha
Paulo Tocha (December 12, 1955 South Africa-) a.k.a. Bruce Stallion, Pablo Tocha, Paolo Tocha or Paul Torcha is a South African actor, martial artist and fight choreographer.
He was born in South Africa to a Portuguese mother and a British father, and later moved to Portugal where he grew up. Tocha began training in martial arts at a young age and eventually earned black belts in both karate and judo. He moved to the United States in the early 1980s and began working as a stuntman in films such as "Karate Kid II" and "Big Trouble in Little China."
Tocha is perhaps best known for his work as a fight choreographer for movies and TV shows such as "The Matrix Reloaded" and "CSI: Miami." He has also appeared on screen in supporting roles in several films and TV shows, including "L.A. Heat," "Walker, Texas Ranger," and "The Last Boy Scout."
Aside from his work in the entertainment industry, Tocha is also a highly respected martial arts instructor, having trained with some of the most renowned masters in the world. He has taught and trained fighters in the art of Muay Thai at his academy in North Hollywood, California for over 20 years.
Greg Latter
Greg Latter (September 1, 1955-) a.k.a. Gregg Latter is a South African actor and screenwriter.
He has appeared in numerous films and television shows, including Blood Diamond, The Salvation, and The Salvation Poem. Latter has also written screenplays for several films, including the critically acclaimed South African drama, Shooting Bokkie. In addition to his work in film and television, he has also performed in numerous stage productions, both in South Africa and internationally. Latter was awarded the Fleur du Cap Theatre Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1991 for his role in the play, Decadence.