In a statement, Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie confirmed that Philander had died on Wednesday. “For decades, Soli Philander brought laughter, insight, and warmth to audiences ...

CAPE TOWN - Tributes continue to pour in for Soli Philander, a giant of South African entertainment. He died on Wednesday evening, aged 65, after a battle with cancer. Philander’s versatility shone on ...

CAPE TOWN - Veteran entertainer Soli Philander has died at the age of 65. He died on Thursday after battling cancer. Born Silamour Philander in 1961 and raised in Elsies River, the actor enjoyed a ...

Soli Philander, Cape Town's versatile actor, comedian, and passionate activist, has died from cancer. He bravely fought for human rights, fearlessly voicing his views on progressive politics and ...

Veteran South African actor Soli Philander has died at 65 years old. Philander was best known for work on television shows including Let's Fix It, Vat n Kans and Liriekeraai. His close friend, Brian ...

Popular TV personality Soli Philander gave an update about his health in a video a few weeks before his passing The Department of Sports, Arts & Culture confirmed the veteran entertainer's passing on ...

Veteran South African comedian Soli Philander died at the age of 65 after battling cancer On Thursday, 4 March 2026, the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, broke his silence ...

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has remembered South African comedian and actor Soli Philander as the voice of the Western Cape. Philander passed away at the age of 65, following a ...

South Africa has lost one of its most versatile and beloved entertainers. Actor, comedian, playwright and television presenter Soli Philander has died at the age of 65 after battling cancer. Philander ...

South Africa is mourning the loss of beloved entertainer Soli Philander, who has died at the age of 65. The veteran actor, comedian, radio and television presenter was a familiar and much-loved figure ...

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Soli Philander, one of South Africa’s most beloved entertainers, has died aged 65. Photo: Department of Sport, Arts and Culture Soli Philander, one of South Africa’s most beloved entertainers, died ...