eMbalenhle’s Donald Langa is making a name on screen
Although Mr Langa no longer resides in eMbalenhle he still has close ties to his community and wants to show the younger generation to follow their dreams.
Local talent Mr Donald Langa (23) is making his name big on South African screens.
His next role as a security guard in season two of the famous telenovela Legacy.
Mr Langa and his family were residents in Evander where he was a learner at TP Stratten Primary School.
The family moved to eMbalenhle in 2012 where Mr Langa went to Osizweni Secondary School and matriculated in 2017.
After matric, Mr Langa moved to Johannesburg and attended the Model Academy and graduated in 2019.
Although Mr Langa no longer resides in eMbalenhle, he still has close ties to his community and wants to show the younger generation that when you follow your dreams it can come true.
His first break in the television industry came when a position opened for extras on a soap opera.
“My friend told me about extras being needed. I thought that while I have time on my hands because of schools being closed due to Covid-19, let me give it a go,” said Mr Langa.
He said this was a great opportunity because it was in line with his studies.
“I was told that I was going to stand in as a waiter and they gave me my lines. I nailed it,” he said.
Mr Langa played this role as a waiter on 7de Laan.
He then took on a role as a doctor on Binnerlanders.
Mr Langa received a call from his agent in June this year that would see him feature in Legacy.
In the second season of Legacy, Mr Langa will act as the Legacy security guard. Season two will be airing in September.
“Getting this phone call from my agent was heartwarming. I’m in my first year of studying directing at the AFDA,” said Mr Langa.
He believes this is the best chance to enhance his career and he thrives to do better.
He said seeing famous actors who play these huge roles were overwhelming at first.
“They reminded me to relax, calm down, enjoy the moment and smile.”
Mr Langa encourages the youth to continue with their studies.
“Studying is extremely important. You can study to become an actor, however, it is also important to have another career to fall back on,” said Mr Langa.
He had explained that the acting career is not something that can be sustainable for years upon years.
“I want to tell the youth to always stay focused and know that every opportunity you deserve will come your way,” he said.
Mr Langa’s dreams would not have been possible without the support from his parents.
He thanked them for their continued support and standing by him while he pursues his dream.
“They have supported me from day one,” said Mr Langa.
In his spare time, Mr Langa enjoys creating content on Instagram. He also enjoys photography, modelling and presenting.
“I do well both in front and behind the camera.”
Mr Langa explained how his role will take place on Legacy, however, viewers will have to stay tuned to season two of Legacy as for the Ridge Times not to spoil alert.
