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Bio
BioChristopher Kubheka was a South African actor best known for his role as Bazooka Khumba in the SABC1 drama series Zone 14.
He was previously known for his role as Gunman in the iconic, hard-hitting SABC1 drama series Yizo Yizo.
In 2014 he had a starring role as Skhumba, Thomas’ old friend and a township hustler, in the eKasi+ sitcom Van ‘n Sit.
Other television series he acted in included dramas like Jacob’s Cross and A Place Called Home; the soapies Zabalaza, Gold Diggers and Generations; and the comedies Abo Mzala, Ses’Top La and Thandeka’s Diary.
On Monday 12 June, 2017, the actor died after committing suicide in his Soshanguve home.
Actor Christopher Kubheka, popularly known for his character as Gunman on Yizo Yizo, has passed on.
Kubheka’s body was reportedly found in his home in Soshanguve by his wife when she returned from work on Monday.
“His body was discovered by his wife at their home; it’s really bad. We were told about it around 4pm, and we rushed to his home, where we saw his body.
“He was such a lovely person to be around. He was very loud, but got along very well with everyone,” a neighbour reportedly told The Sowetan.
Police spokesperson Captain Rheineth Motlana also confirmed Kubheka’s death to the publication, and said an inquest docket had been opened.
Christopher Kubheka. Picture: Twitter
Kubheka shot to fame with one of Mzansi’s beloved TV series, Yizo Yizo, in the late 1990s as Gunman, a troublemaker.
He also acted in Zone 14 as Bazooka, showing us a different side to him as his character fell deeply in love with a girl from a well-off family.
Tributes have been pouring in on Twitter, with actor Terry Pheto, who also starred in Zone 14, tweeting: “Deeply saddened by the passing of #ChrisKubheka aka Bazooka, who played my cousin in Zone14. He made so many people Happy! #RIPBazooka.”
SOURCE: Citizen.co.za, Tvsa.co.za