Late South African actor Presley Chweneyagae reportedly reconciled with his eldest son, Siyabulela Somfula, before his passing on May 27, 2025. This heartwarming resolution brought some peace to the family amidst the grief of losing the beloved actor.
Chweneyagae, famously known for his roles in The River, Tsotsi, and 90 Plein Street, made headlines back in 2023 after his baby mama publicly accused him of neglecting Siyabulela. However, recent reports confirm that Presley and Siyabulela had rebuilt their relationship in the months leading to his death.
At the actor’s memorial and funeral services held last week in Pretoria, Siyabulela was present alongside his two younger brothers, Preston and Ashton, and their mother Charlaine Kirk, Presley’s wife. The emotional moments were captured and shared by Free State Radio and the SABC, showing the brothers united in honoring their father’s legacy.
Tsholo Matshaba, a fellow actor from The River who read Presley’s obituary during the service, emphasized the family’s journey and the actor’s lasting impact on his loved ones and fans alike.
Sources close to the family revealed that Presley shared a supportive and positive bond with Siyabulela before his passing, a testament to the healing and forgiveness that can arise even in difficult circumstances.
This reconciliation brought comfort to many who followed the actor’s story, showing the power of family unity even in the face of loss. Presley Chweneyagae’s legacy now lives on through his music, films, and, most importantly, the bond he rebuilt with his children.
