Mary Twala Would Have Been 80 Today, Somizi Celebrates Birthday
“Legendary South African Actress Mary Twala could have been 80 years old today. “, her beloved son and South African social media personality Somizi Mhlongo Motaung said as he honoured his late mother’s life.
The Idols South Africa judge took to social media this morning and penned down an emotional piece to his late mom who passed away just two months before she could turn 80 on this day.
In the birthday shoutout, Somizi shared a video of his mom during her last moments in hospital alongside her close friend Lilian Dube, who is also in the same industry as a television actress.
The video shows Mary Twala in a hospital bed in good spirits together with Lillian Dube. The duo can be heard planning a little celebration on the 20th and deciding on what outfits they were going to wear. “Don’t tell me it’s a surprise baby. We are going to be toodoo,” said Mary whom Somizi revealed had been in a semi-coma for days until her friend came through for a visit.
“Someone is cutting onions. How can I not choke up watching this? Happy 80th Ma. On this day my mom was in a semi-coma until mam Lillian walked in and she was in this state…..I’ll tell u one-day what happened and how, very hilarious,” Somizi tearfully said.
SomiziSomeone is Cutting onions........ How can I not choke up watching this....... Happy 80th Ma...... On this day my mom was in a semi coma....until mam Lillian walked in and she was in this state.....I'll tell u oneday whT happened and how.....very hilarious
The TV personality has always spoken fondly about his mother, openly celebrating her and thanking her for being his role model. He once explained that he celebrates her every day, all day.
Mary Twala died on July 4, 2020, at around 11 am at Parklane private hospital after battling a longterm illness. She continues to shine bright posthumously and is still being revered by many even across the world.