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Joe Mafela passed away last night in a car accident.
We honour his memory by taking a look at some of our favorite pictures of the legendary entertainer.
The man in suits
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He always made sure he wore his Sunday's best attire for whichever occassion he attended.
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Sgudi'Snaysi
He was responsible for most of our childhood memories, Joe Mafela was the reason why we loved Chicken Licken in the first place.
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Come to think of it, Joe Mafela was probably one of the first black actors to endorse a product post-apartheid South Africa.
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There was never a dull episode when watching Joe Mafela on Sgudi'Snay's his constant beef with Gogo Louise was alway the highlight of every episode.
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His welcoming smile is one other aspect of him we'll sorely miss.
Our deepest condolences to Joe Mafela's family, may his soul rest in peace.