South African actor and filmmaker Thishiwe Ziqubu is celebrating their 40th birthday.
Zuko Komisa

South African actor, director, and writer Thishiwe Ziqubu has ushered in a new decade of her life, celebrating their 40th birthday with a powerful message of renewal and self-acceptance.
Ziqubu’s journey to this significant moment has been marked by a series of notable career milestones that have cemented their status as a prominent figure in the South African entertainment industry. A multi-talented creative, they are perhaps best known for her compelling performances that often delve into complex and nuanced characters.
Their role in the film Hard to Get earned her a nomination for Best Actress in a Lead Role at the 2015 Africa Movie Academy Awards.
They also received critical acclaim for her work in the film While You Were Not Looking, which explored themes of identity and sexuality. Beyond acting, Ziqubu has made their mark behind the camera, directing and co-writing projects that showcase their versatile storytelling abilities.
The star took to Instagram to mark the milestone, sharing a reflective post that resonated with their followers.
“Happy Birthday to Me!!!!!,” they wrote.
“As I look ahead onto my 40s, I shed old skins, clearing away energies I do not need going into my new season. I embrace new beginnings filled with joy, triumph, beauty, blessings and fulfillment, free of any fear of living in most truthful and authentic self. Love and light abound,” wrote Ziqubu.
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