Zakes Makgona Mokae (August 5, 1934 β September 11, 2009) was a South African stage and screen actor. For his role in playwright Athol Fugard's "Master Harold"...and the Boys, Mokae won the 1982 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play. His major films include Cry Freedom (1987), A Dry White Season (1989), The Island (1980), Vampire in Brooklyn (1995), Outbreak (1995), and Waterworld (1995). He also had memorable guest appearances on many television series such as The X-Files, The West Wing, and Monk.
Personal Info
Profession
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
August 5, 1934
Died
September 11, 2009
(at 75 years old)
Place of Birth
Johannesburg, South Africa
Popularity
2.5
Available Movies
3 released
Zakes Mokae
Also known as: γΌγ€γ―γΉγ»γ’γ«γ¨, Zachariah Makgoba Mokae, Zakes Makgona Mokae
Actor
Johannesburg, South Africa
17
1 Awards
About Zakes Mokae
Zakes Mokae was born on 5 August 1934 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Zakes Mokae passed away on 11 September 2009 at the age of 75. We have 3 films with Zakes Mokae available. Among Zakes Mokae's most popular films: Dad, Vampire in Brooklyn, The Serpent and the Rainbow.
Fun Facts About Zakes Mokae
Trivia #1
He was well known for his work with playwright Athol Fugard, notably in The Blood Knot and "Master Harold"...and the Boys, the latter earning him a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play.
Trivia #2
Zakes Makgona Mokae was a South African stage and screen actor.
Best Known Films of Zakes Mokae
Career Statistics - Zakes Mokae
3
Total Credits
8
Years Active
1988 - 1995
5.8
Avg. Movie Rating
2.5
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor: 3
Top Genres
Horror (2)
Thriller (1)
Fantasy (1)
Romance (1)
Comedy (1)
Awards & Nominations Zakes Mokae
1
Wins
1
Nominations
Frequent Co-Stars of Zakes Mokae
Best Movies with Zakes Mokae
A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.