we all love n ur family im still watch ur movie Shaka Zulu ...you rip now because ur award is in GOD HAND
LOVE YOu THERESA BROWN
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if only i could fly to have a glimpse of you just where you are. RIP.
Just this weekend I had the pleasure of watching again all 10 hours of shaka zulu with my kids the Passion of this actor and the crew performance was powerful. A well made film my kids can always reference to in many ways. Thank you Henry cele for making your people proud and inspiring other cultures. From and Aztec race my respect to you Henry and your Zulu nation. R.I.P may god reward you
The Great Warrior King! Rest in Peace m brother. God have you!!!!
RIP Henry Cele. You are indeed a great actor and you will be missed. May your memory live on. God Bless! Dawn
RIP Henry Cele. You are indeed a great actor and no one could ever come close to playing your role as Shaka Zulu. Such a superb performance. you will be missed. May your memory live on. God Bless! Dawn
RIP Mr. Cele..You were a great actor! My heart is so heavy hearing the news of your passing..I can't believe I didn't know after all this time! You made an incredible impact in this world, I remain one of your biggest fans ..May your spirit soar and fly freely <3 <3 <3
RIP Mr. Cele..You were a great actor! My heart is so heavy hearing the news of your passing..I can't believe I didn't know after all this time! You made an incredible impact in this world, I remain one of your biggest fans ..May your spirit soar and fly freely <3 <3 <3
i remember when i watched shaka zulu for the first time. It made a lasting impression in my mind. Your performance was superior in that mini series that could not have been matched by no other. I cant believe i never knew of henerys passing until recently. It made my heart sad. That is the best mini series i have ever seen and i still watch it every time it is shown on cable. R.I.P Mr. Cele
Rest In Peace Henry. When I initially heard of your passing, it brought me to tears. I loved you in the role of Shaka Zulu. I don't think that Shaka could have been played anymore believably than he was by you. Your dedication to the role...to BEING Shaka was chilling and pure genius. I have the DVD's an it is on my computer an I watch it OFTEN! You have added something very special to the entertainment world and I am happy to say that it can NOT be duplicated or replaced....I think that if they EVER thought of making that movie again a 3rd time....NO ONE could play Shaka as you did!!!! (SN: They should NOT have done a second one....but hey...) I love you Henry. It was such a pleasure to get to know and spend time with you as I did. Bayede
Today i have watched Shaka Zulu on dvd for the 3th time. One of my favourite series with a great moviestar Henry Cale... never forget!!
i remember watching this movie as a child and I fell in love with it and now as an adult i love it even more. Henry Cele you played your part baby. you will be missed.
I remember when this was shown in Trinidad and Tobago in the 80's. It was a HUGE hit!! They are now showing the series again on BET. It was great then, it's still great now. R.I.P. Henry Cale.. Bless.
Im Watching SHAKA ZULU and googled Henry, only to find out he passed in 2007. RIP Henry. you are an inspiration to millions of people of all races.
I remember watching Shaka Zulu in the 80s. It inspired me to learn more about black history and what black people as a whole have contributed to history. He will be greatly missed.
I remember watching Shaka Zulu in the 80s. It inspired me to learn more about black history and what black people as a whole have contributed to history. He will be greatly missed.
Henry Cele aka"SHAKA" is what a real black man looks like. He is so SEXY. I watch his movies whenever they are on. I am deeply saddened that he has passed.I hope he is at peace. He will be missed. But you know what they say "THE GOOD DIE YOUNG". America and the rest of the world will truly lose out on his acting skills. He is BAD!!!!!! I will see you again one day.
oh what a shock!!!!!!!!!
ah! couldn't anybody something about him oh what a lost.
I just heard the news after 4years.
oh God!!! why?!
anytime an African icon dies it takes along time to hear it why?
please fellow Africans let the information flow.
Quasi
midasCEGH@yahoo,co,uk
I remember watching Shaka Zulu in the 80's. I was 14 years old and I remember thinking to myself how amazing this movie is! I had no idea that Mr. Cele had died! I am shocked and extremly saddened at this loss. I am not sure how he died, but at 58 it is way to young for him to have departed this earth. I am watching Shaka Zulu right now and I wanted to see what the lead actor is up to these day's and I was shocked to see that he is no longer on this earth. Such a handsome man with beautiful dark skin and intense eye's. As a teenager, I never noticed how sexy he was. But, now as an adult woman, I do ;-) God Bless you Mr. Henry Cele. I hope you are at peace. I am very sad that we will not be seeing any recent work from you, but at least we can take joy in watching your films. From Atasha in the USA, R.I.P.
i just wanted to have him he was so sexy to me
Yes, he was VERY sexy :-)
Awesome unique deep voice and facial structure - Henry Cele was a great Shaka Zulu. They should have put him in more dominant roles.
I remember when I was a late teenager and I saw Shaka Zulu for the first time.. I thought WOW.. The Movie is amazing and The Actor Henry Cele is the best for the part. Such intesitiy in those eyes tells the story of his emotions more than his words ever could. His belief in the charactor he portrayed was absolute.. From then on my passion for Africa started. 2 weeks ago I looked through my cupboards for my Shaka Zulu Video set and Couldn’t find it, nor could I find the book I bought so many years ago. So I went out and ordered the Box set DVD collection and watched it in its entirety over the last 3 days.. Its amazing how the songs and music were still ingrained so deeply in my mind that I still knew the words... My heart overflowed with happiness and my youngest son watched with me and loved the movie also. I decided late last night to check to see what Henry was up to these days and this is what I found.. Never in my worst nightmares would I ever have envisaged such a thing would happen to such a young and vibrant man still in the prime of his life... I am deeply saddened and many tears are shed in Australia at the moment. Much mourning over the next days for an incredible man with such heart... I hope you have found Peace Henry... and i wish your family all the best.. I am sorry that this is so late.. but I never expected this in a million years :-((( R.I.P Henry
I remember when I was a late teenager and I saw Shaka Zulu for the first time.. I thought WOW.. The Movie is amazing and The Actor Henry Cele is the best for the part. Such intesitiy in those eyes tells the story of his emotions more than his words ever could. His belief in the charactor he portrayed was absolute.. From then on my passion for Africa started. 2 weeks ago I looked through my cupboards for my Shaka Zulu Video set and Couldn’t find it, nor could I find the book I bought so many years ago. So I went out and ordered the Box set DVD collection and watched it in its entirety over the last 3 days.. Its amazing how the songs and music were still ingrained so deeply in my mind that I still knew the words... My heart overflowed with happiness and my youngest son watched with me and loved the movie also. I decided late last night to check to see what Henry was up to these days and this is what I found.. Never in my worst nightmares would I ever have envisaged such a thing would happen to such a young and vibrant man still in the prime of his life... I am deeply saddened and many tears are shed in Australia at the moment. Much mourning over the next days for an incredible man with such heart... I hope you have found Peace Henry... and i wish your family all the best.. I am sorry that this is so late.. but I never expected this in a million years :-((( R.I.P Henry
Ndabasitha, I am just a white cracker, but watching the miniseries makes me wish I was Zulu and could follow you into battle!...I just paid $230 of my hard earned money to buy the EXTREMELY rare CD soundtrack from the miniseries...it is WORTH it...so I will starve for a while, at least I will hear We Are Growing in full stereo!...I wish there were more about you and your life to read....
Be a man of greatness now
A man so tall, a man so kind
Be a man of wisdome now
A man of mind, a man of blind
Be a man of kindness now
A man so big and strong in mind
Be a man so humble now
A man of man, now let it shine
This is what you are
This is how it was planned now
This is what to be
Every kind of man now
This is what to say
With the kind of meaning
This is what to feel
With the kind of feeling
We are growing
Growing higher and higher
We are growing
Growing higher and higher
He is growing
Growing higher and higher
We are growing
Growing higher and higher
Hear the children, hear the children
They are talking to you
Hear the wind blow, hear the wind blow
It is blowing for you
See the grass grow, see the grass grow
It whispers his name
See the fire blow, see the fire blow
His heart's in the flame
I have loved him since I was a teenage. Wow I can't believe he's been gone since 207 I am watching the movie right now. Better late then never as long as I have the movie he will live on.
Henry Cele was a phenomenal actor. His portrayal of Shaka Zulu was so profound and endearing. I was 14 years old the first time Shaka, Nandi and Shenakanagoza first become a realization to me. Over the years I have since wondered of my history and West African heritage. I was saddened to learn that Henry Cele had past away 4 years ago. The legacy he has left us with will forever be stenciled in the hearts, minds and souls of past and present generation. To his family I know the loss I feel and I never was fortunate enough to meet him in person, but only able to idolize him via television. May God comfort you and give you peace. I pray that the knowledge of his extraordinary efforts as a soccer phenomenon and the great SHAKA ZULU will give you comfort and joy. His physical body has long since gone, but his spirit and talent has forged a legacy that will surpass current and generations to come. May you rest in peace my dear brother. Nzagoza Biete Nzagoza!!!
Shaka Zulu is my favorite movie!!! I'm so proud that I was exposed to history when I first saw it when I was 5! Mr. Cele was sooooooo talented, I feel like I saw the REAL Shaka Zulu...he was AMAZING!!! Watching it now on Centric. May he Rest in Love Forever! :-)))
I LOVE You!
Mr. Cele.....I have loved you before I saw the entire mini series of SHAKA ZULU, I saw a broadcast of soccer and you were playing! How graceful and talented you were then.... I knew that you would blow the world away with your very strong presence on the screen!
You were born to play this character because you are a son of the most highest! I love your passion as you played Shaka! I believe that a lot of the actions of the character is how you really were; how I as well as others are! The Love for your family and some may say that the "revenge" was too brutal, but you fought with a force.
Viewing Shaka Zulu today on Centric in the United States lifts my spirit and again gives me pride of what we as a people should always stand for. This is History in the making and this series is very close to what was going on during this time period. Every January on Mr. Cele's birthday, I pull out the video in honor of him!
I often wonder why we don't have that same pride and strength now in this day in age and how angry I am that history has shown that we are "strong people"! I feel pity for those who slander this fine man's name to depict him as "dying anger"...He didn't get the recognition that he deserved but now as he rest in heaven, another guardian angel for all of us............
Mr. Cele's performance have given us a history lesson of our people; we learned that nothing was done (King George) without a Black Man saying it was alright! Mr. Cele's talent and discipline as he portrayed this very intelligent, strong, and wise King of the Zulu (some may say he was brutal..not me), I say Thank You Mr. Cele... Thank you for giving me back what I always have know..... Bayede!! Rest In Peace My Sweet Angel, we will meet in another life!
Tonka
I am watching the serieies right now on centric channel and my best line from the movie is 'Leave no enemy behind, because he will come back and fly at your throat.'
What a fantastic actor! Thanks for the talent Mr. Cele.
I am watcing Shaka Zulu in the states on VHS that i personally recorded years ago. I Have learned so much of my heritage following the outstanding performance of Henry Cele. I am forever grateful to the man, his talent, and his life. RIP HENRY CELE
I have watched Shaka Zulu as a child. I was unaware of who Henry Cele was because to my young mind I was watching not an actor but a great african king. Henry Cele performance was dynamic and compelling. I felt proud to be of such heroic and beautiful descent. Henry Cele portrayal of this great king of past history has done a great justice. Even now I watch shaka zulu as I did back when I was a child the only difference is I'm sharing this great movie with my children and I am reminding them of our past heritage with the performance of a great actor henry cele. YOU WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN
I'm watching Shaka Zulu right now in the States. I remember as a child Henry Cele's performance made me proud of my African heritage. May he rest in peace.
My mother and I have been fans of Henry Cele since we watched Shaka Zulu.Everytime the movie came on I would call my mom or my mom would call me.I will always remeber the great contribution Mr.Cele gave us for the story of Shaka Zulu!What a wonderful legacy to leave for all to appreciate.
I had not seen Shaka Zulu since the mini series, but through Netflix I reconnected, and I loved all four (4) discs. The line that has resonated with me over the years is: How do you catch a monkey? That question and answer has been imbeded in my psyche ever since I first heard it.
Mr. Cele may you rest in peace. You had a magnificent body, Baby!! Loved those washboard abs!!
Dudu Mkhize played "Nandi" in Shaka Zulu. Thank you R.I.P HENRY CELE.
a great actor who deserved to much more respect in the South African acting industry..Another person I'd love to give respect too is Ms Dudu Mkhize there's absolutely nothing about her on the net, where is she? is she Still alive? I'm trying to create a blog about her if anyone knows of her existance or what she's doing know please do not hesitate to inform me here's my e.mail z.dladla@yahoo.com
We will miss Henry Cele and his Grates Movie Carrier and his Coaching of Soccer, he will be Remember as one of the best man in History and above all The Grates Father of his Children.
Long Live The King!
Had you not been a King before, that could not be such a perfect performance. That being so, you will become a King in the future, again and again. Such is the Law of Cause and Effect. Good bye King, hello King. Do not be late, we are waiting for you.
Henry Cele, as Shaka, is simply the most accomplished performance in the history of motion pictures. He was an inspiration to me and will be missed.
My greatest admiration and respect.
i love him so much it hart me to know he is gone. he will be miss by millions of people.
MY MEMORY OF MR. CELE IS HIM AS SHAKA ZULU, A VERY PROUD AND COMPASSIONATE KING ESPECIALLY TOWARD HIS MOTHER, NANDI. I ALWAYS HOPE TO MEET HIM PERSONALLY BUT I JUST FOUND OUT TONITE THAT THE ACTOR WHICH PLAYED SHAKA HAD PASS AWAY.. HENRY CELE WILL ALWAYS BE KNOWN TO ME AND MY FAMILY AS KING SHAKA..GOD BLESS THE FAMILY OF THIS NOBLE MAN OF ROYALITY...
The movie Shaka Zula has always intrigued me. I feel this is one of the few mini series that actually showed how we come from a civiliation of king and queens. This has been one of my favorite movies of all times. I wish Henry Cele would have been able to live to see what an impact this mini series has had on us all....Henry...You will always be remembered...You were a wonderful actor and you were SHAKA ZULU to the fullest....May you rest in peace....
Shaka Zulu is my favorite movie of all time! Henry Cele will be greatly missed. Thank you Mrs. Cele for sharing him with us. May YAHWEH BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Henry Cele is a well known name is our household. THe movie Shaka Zulu the series is watched daily by someone in our house. This movie is our all time favorite of all. When someone finishes watching Skaka, someone else will start watching all over again. We were looking for more of Henry's work when we saw he had passed. It floored us. Shaka Zulu will remai our favorite of all time. YAHWEH BLESS YOU ALL!
Henry Cele is a well known name is our household. THe movie Shaka Zulu the series is watched daily by someone in our house. This movie is our all time favorite of all. When someone finishes watching Skaka, someone else will start watching all over again. We were looking for more of Henry's work when we saw he had passed. It floored us. Shaka Zulu will remai our favorite of all time. YAHWEH BLESS YOU ALL!
Just watched the Shaka Zulu Mini-series this weekend. One of my all time favorite movies to watch. So mesmorizing. If they ever made another movie like this, they will never find an actor like Henry Cele who could even come close to his outstanding acting ability. RIP.
Rest in peace Bah Bah.....Nabozita
I get the same feeling each time I watch Shaka Zulu. Mr. Cele did a wonderful job in his first role as a new actor. I remember seeing this movie as a child and I was in tears was I was able to see it on yesterday. This is my favorite movie of all times.
I remember watching Shaka Zulu as a freshman in college and how Henry Cele's presence on the screen was the epitome of a king, very strong willed, domineering, and demanding. He possessed true wisdom and leadership. After reading his bio, the various roles he had in his own life had to help him prepare for this spectacular role. I had no idea he passed away in which I am ver sorry to hear. His physical presence alone would make anyone bow down to him (lol). Although Shaka had a ruthless side to him, young men could learn a lot about being a real man from him.
I'm watching Chaka Zulu as I type and this miniseries is of great honor. I watched it when it first aired and often since. I don't buy it only because I want to miss it and look forward in seeing it. I make my kids watch it but they can't appriciate Mr. Cele and his work right now. He knows how to tell a story without word. His demeanor said it all. I live in Los Angeles, CA and often wonder why wAsn't he truly recognized in the USA? I found out about his homegoing 30 minutes ago. I am so sorry. May all good things happen for your family.
You should have won an Oscar for this movie!
Can't stop watching this film- I get goosebumps! What an honor for Mr. Cele to portray Chaka Zulu. He must have been descended from royalty himself, the expression in his eyes..hurt, love, and anger you can see it all from his performance in the role of a lifetime.
watching shaka zulu which has always been one of my favorite movies of all time- I am saddened to find out about the passing of henry cele! May you r.i.p.
Linda
12 years agoWow, this I did not know. Shaka Zulu is number one in my top 10 list of movies. I have seen this movie at least 20 times. I am deeply saddened. Henry Cele will always and forever be missed. Love you my African brother.