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Leon Schuster not dead
21 Feb 2017 at 16:01hrs | Views
Leon Schuster in comedy Mr. Bones
Following a death hoax that made rounds on WhatsApp on Tuesday, South African comedian, filmmaker and singer, Leon Schuster has said he is "alive and kicking."
According to Netwerk24 a WhatsApp message claimed that the Mr. Bones actor had "died in a car accident."
However the popular comedian told the publication that 'although a few people might want him dead, like with Trump, he's still very much alive and kicking and healthy.'
The hoax message reads as follows: "Sad news guys. Car accident claims the life of a well-known celebrity. I can't imagine a South Africa without Leon Schuster. He was one of the country's best comedians. We will miss you. R.I.P Leon! Please share this…"
According to Netwerk24 a WhatsApp message claimed that the Mr. Bones actor had "died in a car accident."
However the popular comedian told the publication that 'although a few people might want him dead, like with Trump, he's still very much alive and kicking and healthy.'
The hoax message reads as follows: "Sad news guys. Car accident claims the life of a well-known celebrity. I can't imagine a South Africa without Leon Schuster. He was one of the country's best comedians. We will miss you. R.I.P Leon! Please share this…"
Source - www.channel24.co.za
