Sthembiso Khoza

Sthembiso Khoza
Born
Sthembiso Khoza

(1986-07-01) July 1, 1986
KwaZulu Natal,South Africa
Other namesSK Khoza
Citizenship South Africa
Occupation•actor

•presenter

•adult actor (former)
Years active2014-present
Known forShaka Khoza on The Queen
Notable workThe Queen
PartnerAyanda Hlongwane (separated)
RelativesAbdul Khoza(brother)

Sthembiso Khoza (born 1 July 1986) also known as "Sk Khoza" or "Sthembiso SK" is a South African actor and presenter widely known for his breakthrough role as Shaka Khoza on Mzansi Magic's telenovela The Queen.[1][2]

Early life and career

Khoza was born and raised in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa and is of Zulu descent. He is the brother of Isibaya famed actor Abdul [3][4]

In 2014 Khoza was cast as the host of Mzansi Riders before being cast as the recurring characters of DJ Teeman on Mzansi Magic's telenovela iNkaba alongside John Kani and Baby Cele. The following year saw Khoza rise on many screens as he was seen on shows like Mzansi Love- Kasi Style season 2 portraying Sihle, The Road alongside Nandi Madida and hosting a new show Bounce. He continued his flourishing in television fame until his 2016 breakthrough role as Shaka Khoza on The Queen alongside Connie Ferguson,[5] Themba Ndaba and Marah Louw amongst others. His other television appearances include Kings of Jo'Burg, Ayeye: Stripped,[6] and The Black Door.[7][8][9] In 2026 Khoza reprised his role as Sabelo Cele on the spinoff telenovela Isitha: The Enemy reference this to his return to television.[10]

Public image

Khoza has been making waves on the news and everywhere since been dubbed as the Most Wanted Controversial Actor.[11] In 2019 Khoza was fired from the hit telenovela The Queen after allegations of physical abuse started airing around accused by his then girlfriend.[12] As per code of conduct Mzansi Magic and Ferguson Films removed him from the production stating that they do not condone any type of abuse especially Genders Based Violence.[13][14] Despite the much Controversy around his personal life, viewers of the show felt like his personal life should not affect his work and a petition was signed over 26,000 people.[15]

In 2022 the actor made headlines when a video of him attacking a fan started circulating around the socials. Disturbed viewers called for his cancellation.[16] Not long after a sextape of the actor started circulating around and his response to the video the actor said he is very aware of the video and is not ashamed of it.[17] He went on to announce that he will be starting an OnlyFans account after realising how big the video went in terms of number views.

Personal life

Khoza was reportedly sharing a custody of his sons with Media personality and traditional doctor Gogo Maweni.[18][19] The actor was engaged to his girlfriend Ayanda Hlongwane in 2020 before calling it a quits and revealing that his fiancee was physically abusive.[20][21] In 2021 rumours of his friendship to fellow actor Moshe Ndike was questioned after the two were reportedly sported getting cosy numerous times.[22]

Filmography

Film

Year Film Role
2016 Baby Mama's Tumi
2019 Zulu Wedding Shoba

Television

Year Title Role
2014- 2015 iNkaba DJ Teeman
2015 Ayeye Neo
2015-2016 The Road Sam Thabethe
2015 Isibaya Thabiso
2016 Kingdom :Ukhakhayi Madoda
2016–2019; 2020–2022 The Queen Shaka Khoza
2022 Ayeye: Stripped Neo
2020–present Kings of Jo'burg Cyrus
2022 Housekeepers Sydney Ngubane
2022-2023 The Black Door Sabelo Cele/Bafana Mabuza
2026- present Isitha: The Enemy

References

  1. ^ "SK Khoza on how he got into acting, fatherhood & joining the cast of 'Housekeepers'". TimesLIVE. 2020-06-01. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  2. ^ "'I am scared of my country': SK Khoza gets real about mental health". ECR. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  3. ^ Keteyi, Oluthando (2020-05-25). "SK Khoza comes out to support his younger brother Abdul on his big night at National Film & TV Awards". IOL. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  4. ^ Mvelashe, Phakamani. "Brothers SK and Abdul Khoza to star together in new series". News24. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  5. ^ "WATCH | SK Khoza reflects on wisdom he received from Shona Ferguson". TimesLIVE. 2021-08-31. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  6. ^ "Rosemary Zimu, Tebogo Thobejane lead the cast of Ayeye remake on Mzansi Magic". Sowetan. 2022-07-08. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  7. ^ "Who killed Sabelo? SK Khoza bids Black Door farewell: Here's what's you can expect in his final show". TimesLIVE. 2023-03-02. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  8. ^ "Cunning linguist SK Khoza to star in steamy e.tv show 'The Black Door'". Suid-Kaap Forum. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  9. ^ "Cunning linguist SK Khoza to star in steamy e.tv show 'The Black Door'". Suid-Kaap Forum. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  10. ^ "Actor SK Khoza joins 'Isitha: The Enemy', set to shake up storylines". TimesLIVE. 2026-02-04. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  11. ^ Joyce, Liam Karabo (2021-06-21). "SK Khoza shows off his bum and Mzansi goes crazy". IOL. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  12. ^ Joyce, Liam Karabo (2016-12-28). "Ferguson Films wishes SK Khoza well after firing him". IOL. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  13. ^ Dayile, Qhama. "Mzansi Magic confirms SK Khoza will no longer be on The Queen". News24. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  14. ^ Magadla, Mahlohonolo (2018-11-16). "SK Khoza to leave 'The Queen'". News24. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  15. ^ Tsewu, Siya. "26 000 people sign petition for SK Khoza to remain on 'The Queen'". News24. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  16. ^ Birjalal, Alyssia (2022-02-25). "SK Khoza's sex video causes a stir on social media". Daily Voice. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  17. ^ Modise, Kedibone (2022-01-28). "SK Khoza on leaked sex tape: 'I don't owe anyone an explanation'". The Star. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  18. ^ Mbendeni, Alutho. "A week after Gogo Maweni distances herself from rumours, SK Khoza says he's sorry for his behaviour". News24. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  19. ^ Dayile, Qhama. "From the archives | 'I will always protect the fathers of my kids' – Gogo Maweni on SK Khoza, surgery, and her business". News24. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  20. ^ Mazibuko, Nonkululeko. "The Queen's SK Khoza is engaged - " She said yes"". News24. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  21. ^ Magagula, Nompumelelo. "SK Khoza hospitalised in England, allegedly because his fiancée beat him". News24. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  22. ^ Joyce, Liam Karabo (2022-07-18). "WATCH: SK Khoza and Moshe Ndiki spark dating rumours, or is it all just a joke?". IOL. Retrieved 2026-02-13.

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