Katlego Sekhu

Skeem Saam actress Harriet Manamela has praised her co-star Hellen Bright, who plays Mellita in the SABC drama.
Manamela commended Bright’s humility, saying it is nothing compared to her onscreen character.
“Hearing how naughty she is makes me laugh; she’s hitting the highest note. Love her to bits,” enthused Manamela, thanking Bright for her love and support.
Deeply moved by Manamela’s kind words, Bright expressed, “Why are you making me tearful in the early morning? I love and honour you. I pray for you,” she said.
“Your love and kindness uplifts one’s soul in such a beautiful way. Your warmth exudes so much healing—it’s truly remarkable and a blessing to share a workspace with you. I love you Sis.”
Earlier this year, Skeem Saam announced that Harriet Manamela, who plays the character Meikie Maputla, would be temporarily replaced by Florence Masebe due to extended sick leave.
This raised concerns among viewers of Skeem Saam regarding Manamela’s health. In May, the actress informed the public that she had fully recovered following hip replacement surgery.
“I had a hip replacement surgery beginning of the year hence I was given a break from shooting. Thank you to everyone for wishing me well even though there was no clear explanation why I had to be off the screen & production had to find a sit in for me. Your support and wishing me well humbles my heart & you all much appreciated. Now that production is on a shooting break it’s more time to enjoy seeing people & catching up
“My family as always my strength is derived from your love. My colleagues checking up on me as often as you do melts my heart and to my friends taking moments to enjoy the sunshine with me, priceless.”
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