Gabriel Temudzani, the Man Behind Chief Azwindini, Reflects on His Time on 'Muvhango' as His Last Episode Airs

• After playing Chief Azwindini for 23 years, Gabriel Temudzani is leaving the popular soapie, Muvhango
• Gabriel plans to take a break, travel and spend more time with his children after his emotional departure from Muvhango
• The actor expressed gratitude for the viewers, who he believes are a pivotal part of the show's success

After 23 years on air, the character of Chief Azwindini on the popular South African soapie, Muvhango, will be leaving the show permanently.

Gabriel says he'll be watching Muvhango from a distance

The man behind the character, Gabriel Temudzani, spoke to TshisaLIVE about his emotional rollercoaster as he parts ways with his home of many years.

He shared his favourite moments playing the character and said he would miss the family element and the jokes they used to crack on set.

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However, Gabriel is ready to take on new challenges and opportunities, reports SowetanLIVE. He plans to travel, spend more time with his children and continue watching Muvhango from a distance.

He acknowledged that the viewers are a pivotal part of the show's success and called for the show to be protected as it brings unity and fosters social cohesion among South Africans.

The critically-acclaimed show shared a heartwarming post on the character's departure, captioned:

"Tenda tells Susan to say her final goodbyes... Don’t miss Muvhango tonight at 9pm on @sabc2_"

Fans react emotionally to the departure of Chief Azwindini from Muvhango

Fans said their goodbyes to the character they've come to love and appreciate for 23 years.

@relehb said:

"Ahhhh Papa Azwi. Thank you for the good years @gabrieltemudzani."

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@vhuhwavhogerth said:

"Might as well say goodbye 'Muvhango'."

@yrnmoalusi said:

"Chief Azwindinni 'Muvhango'… better create a scene where ancestors make magic or something as long as he comes out alive."

@nenentando said:

"Will never watch 'Muvhango' again, I don't care how the new character will be good but this guy and Suzan made ,Muvhango,."

@tanniamahamati said:

"If this is true, it's the end of 'Muvhango'."

@gracious_ramatsitsi said:

"Arh Ari tsha do vhona muvhango rine vhori vhaisa."

Muvhango star Gabriel Temudzani, aka Chief Azwindini Mukwevho, leaves SABC2 soapie after 23 years

In a previous article by Briefly News, it was reported that Gabriel would be leaving Muvhango after 23 years.

Gabriel Temudzani is leaving SABC2's renowned soapie Muvhango after 23 years of playing Chief Azwindini Mukwevho. Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela tweeted that Temudzani is expected to exit Muvhango on 8 May.

Source: Briefly News