Fezile “Fuzzy” Mpela - a rare blend of talent, intellectualism, humility and humour.

 

The voice behind the SA series of “Who do you think you are?”

 

The roar of Simba the lion in Walt Disney’s “The Lion King”

Born 16 November 1973; a typical Scorpio – dynamic, driven, motivated and slightly mysterious.

 

He speaks All South African languages and English like a Lord!

 

One of South Africa’s most industrious personalities, Fezile is renowned as both a Screen and Stage Actor. He has starred in more dramas and daily soaps than any other South African actor, including  Soul City,  Generations,  Sewende laan,  Song vir for Katryn, Molofish, Isidingo, Mzansi, Friends indeed, The Hidden City, Kelebone, Sleurstroom,  Secret in my Bosom and more. 

 

He was the South African presenter of the BBBC show “Ready Steady Cook” which received rave reviews.  Previous presenting jobs include  the popular home ownership show “On Site” on TV2. the MNet Book Awards,  the “Rock Down Africa music show,” The All Africa Film Awards, the SAMAS and the Loerie Awards. He’s a speaker on HIV/AIDS and hosted the 2005 Khomanani HIV/ AIDS Day, anchoring a five hour television show and proving his ability to relate to people across all barriers. His love of  the stage has him returning at least once a year to perform in  live theatre.

 

Fezile  hosted the 2005 Khomanani Day – caring together for life, the government partnership against HIV/AIDS, anchoring a five hour show and proving his ability to relate to people across all barriers. 

 

He was also the MC and keynote speaker for the Matzikama HIV & AIDS Initiative on World Aids day in 2005. He visited communities and schools in the Vredendal area, one of the most severely affected by HIV/AIDS, and delivered a personal message that evening to over 1200 people.  

 

“It was a rare privilege working with Fezile on our World HIV/AIDS day. He was mobbed by fans for autographs and it was a bit scary at times, but he was so patient, so warm, so approachable and absolutely charming. His talk in the evening, giving a personal account of the effect of HIV/AIDS on the family, when his sister and brother-in-law died of AIDS, had the crowd of over 1200 riveted. It had the desired  effect. I am sure our communities totally get the message now – if a celebrity like the Fez is personally affected by this pandemic, anyone can be. From myself and the team, thank you so much for all the work and the awesome script.” 

Antoinette Fouche. Manager  Matzikamma HIV/AIDS initiative. Vredendal and districts.

 

Well known Face on SA Television

• SABC1 Mzansi

• Presenter  reality home building show “On Site” on SATV2

• Presenter Ready Steady Cook.

• Past continuity announcer for MNet.  

• Presenter MNet Book Awards 

• Presenter the “Rock Down Africa music show.”  

• Presenter  The All Africa Film Awards 1994.

• Presenter Loerie Award Ceremony.

• Presenter  Aids Day Special on SABC 2

 

Starring Roles in:

• Voter Education videos

• Sleurstroom

• Friends indeed

• Vive la difference

• Bridges

• Going up

• Pal toe   

• Homelands   

• Die vierde kabinet 

• Secret in my bosom

• Hoe meer dae

• Sewende laan

• Song vir for katryn

• Molofish 2

• Isidingo

• Fela’s  tv

                         

Television Leading roles 

• The Hidden City

• Soul City

• Gaabo Motho

• Kelebone

• Generations

 

Theatre

• Fezile is an accomplished Performer and hones his acting craft by appearing in at least one stage show a year, the most recent being MacBeki at the Market Theatre.

 

 

Nthati Moshesh and Fezile Mpela in MacBeki: A Farce to Be Reckoned With. Photograph: Dumisani Sibeko/INLSA

 

MacBeki is a farce based on Shakespeare’s MacBeth and tweaked by satirist Pieter-Dirk Uys. The comedy is set in Luthuli Castle with an ageing King Maduba (Arthur Molepo) nearing the end of his reign as his successors Lord Ramabanquo (Mpho Osei-Tutu), Lord MacBeki (Fezile Mpela) and the ambitious alcoholic Lady Manta (Nthati Moshesh) plot and scheme their rise to power. 

 

• “LA GIRAFFE” in THE TALL HORSE The dynamic theatrical experience using huge puppets.

• Starring roles in hit plays – “The Blacks”, “Too Many Cooks”, “Roses and Angels.”

• Love! Valour! Compassion!

 

Lead roles in:

• Songs and Tales from Africa

• Kapt’uit op Afrikaans

• Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat

• Too many cooks

• Museum of Modern Mistakes

• SA Comedy

• The Blacks

• Roses and Angels

• Private Venture

 

Fezile in Film 

• The Lion King

• Born Free 2                  

• Drum

• A German film trilogy shot in Namibia 2005, 2006, 2007

 

MC for Prestigious Events:

• Department of Communications Awards

• Liberty Life Challenge

• MC of Brandhouse Slate “Speakeasys” (ongoing)

• Old Mutual Soul Sessions 2008

• Smirnoff at Vodaworld

• MNet Events

 

Speaker:

• Self Motivation

• You can achieve your dreams – after all, just look at me!

• HIV/AIDS 

 

Client feedback:

 

“We’re loving Fezile as the host of Soul Sessions. He brings so much to the event. He’s just fabulous!” Rosalie Ambrose. Old Mutual Soul Sessions 2008.

 

 “Fezile really fits the personality. The fact that he’s a really good actor as well is very helpful with this particular job as the character is so believable.” Penny Turner. Mad Hatter – Slate whiskey nights. 2007 - 2008

 

“Fezile is great! And he’s so multi lingual, that was a huge plus. We will definitely use him again.”

Martin Swart. Maverick – Liberty Life Challenge. October 2007

 

“Fezile was an excellent MC.”

Noeline – Brand Activation. 

South Africa World Tourism Month Launch in Qunu 2007

 

“Our function was successful, Fez was wonderful, they really enjoyed his presence, wit and charm. Thank you for the great professional service, that you provided. I hope you join us again in Bloemfontein in the future.”

Tsholo Tlhomelang. Managers Awards. Eskom Bloemfontein. June 2006

 

“It’s been an absolute pleasure working with you both on this project, especially under last minute arrangements – you both made the process so must easier by being so accommodating.  Fezile is truly a super guy and a delight to work with ! He kept us entertained backstage”   

Penny Turner. The Mad Hatter. Launch of Jet for J&B. June 2006

 

“Fezile was such a gentleman.  The highlight for me was seeing the reaction of the staff.  They will probably be talking about this function and meeting Fezile Mpela for years to come.  He graciously signed autographs and posed for photographs.” Debbie Bird; New World Productions. CTE Milestones May 2005.

Fezile “Fuzzy” Mpela - a rare blend of talent, intellectualism, humility and humour.

 

The voice behind the SA series of “Who do you think you are?”

 

The roar of Simba the lion in Walt Disney’s “The Lion King”

Born 16 November 1973; a typical Scorpio – dynamic, driven, motivated and slightly mysterious.

 

He speaks All So