Moonyeenn Lee Death | Obituary – South Africa Casting Director Dies Of Covid-19 | Dead – Died
Moonyeenn Lee Death / Obituary – A legendary South Africa Casting director, Moonyeenn Lee died on July 19, 2020. she was pronounced dead following the cause of death reported as Coronavirus.
”Long Walk to Freedom” director, Moonyeenn Lee passed away of complications following Covid-19, leaving fans, friends and loved ones in total sadness. She has won Golden Horn Award for Best Ensemble in a TV Drama Series. RIP!.
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Reactions And Sharing On Social Media On The Passing Of Moonyeenn Lee
My very first encounter with Moonyeenn Lee.
Despite her reputation and me being nervous to talk to her, she was so sweet.
My writing was still rusty then so here goes…#RIPMoonyeennLee
— Kgopolo Mphela (@PhilMphela) July 19, 2020
SA casting director & agent Moonyeenn Lee has passed away
Her body of work includes casting for films like the Oscar-winning Tsotsi, Long Walk To Freedom, Hotel Rwanda & a lot of TV shows among many others. She has helped so many actors, directors & writers #RIPMoonyeennLee pic.twitter.com/7xB8IAdh96
— TV Mzansi (@TvMzansi) July 19, 2020
I loved how Moonyeenn Lee could spot talent. She was an amazing casting director and her critiques on Class Act were ???. May her soul #RIPMoonyeennLee ?
— Mpiletso Motumi (@mane_mpi) July 19, 2020
I’m very sad to hear about the passing of Moonyeenn Lee. She gave me my first film role and was always very good to me. I’ll miss walking into a casting room and see her sitting behind the screen. X
— mark elderkin (@MarkElderkin1) July 19, 2020
So hard to hear of the passing of my SA agent and friend #MoonyeennLee – she was, quite literally, a legend. An innovator, boundary pusher and an all round badass. She took no prisoners but at her core was always incredibly kind and loving. Thank you for everything Moon. RIP.
— Nick Boraine (@NickBoraine) July 19, 2020
RIP Moonyeenn Lee.
She was so special to many of my friends that she represented & worked with: half Fairy godmother, half Drill sergeant. Demanding the same excellence that she delivered will remain a standard to live by ???— Thula Sindi (@thulasindi) July 19, 2020
Legendary South African agent and casting director, Moonyeenn Lee has passed away. Lee succumbed to coronavirus (COVID-19) complications on Saturday morning in Johannesburg, according to a statement released by her company.
— SABC News (@SABCNews) July 19, 2020
Dearest Moon… I’m devastated by this news, thank you for always believing in me and so many other artists so faithfully and fighting for us so fiercely ? I’m sending love to your loved ones and our MLA family? Rest In Peace #MoonyeennLee pic.twitter.com/59iP01fR4k
— Renate Stuurman (@RenateStuurman) July 19, 2020
Another of South Africa’s brightest lights extinguished like a candle in the wind by #COVID19. Heartfelt condolences to the friends, family, colleagues and fans of Moonyeenn Lee #RIPMoonyeenLee pic.twitter.com/Thoo0Dig2N
— Prof Thuli Madonsela (@ThuliMadonsela3) July 19, 2020
Moonyeenn Lee played a significant role in South Africa’s performing arts. She was deeply critical of performer training in SA, & more specifically Wits. She challenged, guided, & ultimately supported with Gina, @JohnKani2, Gys and others directing. What a passion for theatre! pic.twitter.com/PlYqDKm4At
— Warren Nebe (@WarrenNebe) July 19, 2020
Tributes are pouring in for Legendary South African agent and casting director, Moonyeenn Lee who has died from COVID-19. Lee’s career spanned 47 years. She is well known for casting for films such The Bang Bang Club and Tsotsi. pic.twitter.com/8lJDuu3jd4
— ??Mpho Maṱhoho (@MaxMpho) July 19, 2020
I used to run a short film competition back in the day & we needed seasoned judges, I nervously called Moonyeenn Lee she quietly listened to my plea & said “ofcourse I will do it” in her husky voice. I was terrified of her & mesmerized. REST EASY❤️ pic.twitter.com/nTNdleY25q
— Itumeleng Losaba (@ItumelengLosaba) July 19, 2020
Terrible news as a legend of South African and international cinema passes. Our heartfelt condolences go out to her family, friends, colleagues and associates. Rest in power Moonyeenn Lee! https://t.co/t4mVwUEQUG#RIPMoonyeenLee pic.twitter.com/vbydXO0Uqh
— Callsheet Africa (@TheCallsheetSA) July 19, 2020
Moonyeenn Lee. Condolences to her son David and the rest of her family. I remember her work of from the reality show Class Act. But I legit see her work almost in every SA movie.
The SA Film Industry, specifically the casting side has lot another great giant.#RIPMoonyeennLee pic.twitter.com/4eKja06Uye— sayaka kobayashi (@ladynamedthando) July 19, 2020
RIP to The legendary South African Casting Director and Agent, Moonyeenn Lee. She passed away on Saturday morning, 18th of July 2020 in Johannesburg. #RIPMoonyeennLee #RIPMoonyeennLee pic.twitter.com/rVo8wGDyRJ
— Wiggle_Tunes (@Wiggle_tunes) July 19, 2020
RIP Moon. The day you signed me to MLA was one of my happiest! You were a formidable woman and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Sincere love to the family. #moonyeennlee ??
— Rorisang Motuba (@rorisangmotuba) July 19, 2020
I have never heard of MoonyeennLee before, only know know the results of her good work and looks like she got the industry by its horns and excellently so. May her legacy live forever. ?? #RIPMoonyeennLee
— Katlego Omphile ? (@KatlegoOmphile1) July 19, 2020
Dearest Moonyeenn has left to continue her journey among the stars. She was so much to so many. The name ‘Moon’ so well given as she was a star maker. Not a single actor in this industry was untouched by her stardust in some way or another. #ripmoonyeennlee pic.twitter.com/Zyb0Hi3dxN
— Tiffany Barbuzano (@TiffanyBarb) July 19, 2020
When I dreamed of being an actress as a young girl, Moonyeenn Lee was the woman I would have wanted to manage my career! What a huge loss to the entertainment industry #RIPMoonyeennLee ??❤️ Thé Stars have gained a Moon ? ? https://t.co/diaPOn6XGs
— Miss May (@Mankopem) July 19, 2020
Legendary SA agent, Moonyeenn Lee, dies from Covid-19 complications
Moonyeenn Lee has died from a Covid–19-related illness at the weekend. She was renowned as one of SA’s leading agents….
— South African News Of Interest (@SA_NewsInterest) July 19, 2020
#MoonyeennLee was a legendary casting director and agent, who’s been nominated for two Emmy Awards in the last three years(for The Looming Tower and Roots).She received Lifetime Achievement Awards from SAFTAS and Rapid Lion, among others; & was one of the judges of Emmy Awards!
— Lehlohonolo Lehana (@Grooves_SA) July 19, 2020
#RIPMoonyeennLee another loss to arts and film industry right on the heels of Marry Twala, Welcome Msomi and Elize Cawood. yes the industry is four souls poorer today and you all be deeply missed. RIP Moonyeenn Lee.
— Sip Soks (@soks64) July 19, 2020
#RIPMoonyeennLee another loss to arts and film industry right on the heels of Marry Twala, Welcome Msomi and Elize Cawood. yes the industry is four souls poorer today and you all be deeply missed. RIP Moonyeenn Lee.
— Sip Soks (@soks64) July 19, 2020
Goodbye to an incredible woman- Moonyeenn Lee ❤️
— Bethan Martell (@bethanmartell) July 19, 2020
So shocked at the news of the passing of my agent. A fearless woman of substance. An industry leader, a stalwart, an icon and a force. Rest In Power, Moonyeenn Lee. pic.twitter.com/Pm4dpljfCq
— Lee Duru (@LeeDuru) July 19, 2020
Tributes are pouring in for Legendary South African agent and casting director, #MoonyeennLee who has died from COVID-19. Lee’s career spanned 47 years. She is well known for casting for films such The Bang Bang Club and Tsotsi.
— SABC News (@SABCNews) July 19, 2020
Still remember the first day when she signed me up telling me how good I am and that I must not lose focus on my craft”may her soul Rest In Peace and she must know she left the best team/MLA Agency and actors to make her proud. #MoonyeennLee
— Sphamandla Dhludhlu?? (@Sphamandla_swd) July 19, 2020
Arts Minister @NathiMthethwaSA has sent condolences over the death of legendary South African agent and casting director #MoonyeennLee who has died from #COVID19. She is well known for casting for films such The Bang Bang Club and the popular Tsotsi #RIPMoonyeennLee @LivePretoria pic.twitter.com/5HOnQtN67n
— Pretoria LIVE (@LivePretoria) July 19, 2020
Arts Minister @NathiMthethwaSA has sent condolences over the death of legendary South African agent and casting director #MoonyeennLee who has died from #COVID19. She is well known for casting for films such The Bang Bang Club and the popular Tsotsi #RIPMoonyeennLee @LivePretoria pic.twitter.com/5HOnQtN67n
— Pretoria LIVE (@LivePretoria) July 19, 2020
Moonyeenn Lee (1944 – 19 July 202) was a South African talent agent, casting director and managing director of Moonyeenn Lee Associates (MLA). She died on 19 July 2020 due to complications from COVID-19 outbreak. pic.twitter.com/VBBpbVpaC4
— Incwajana (@incwajana) July 19, 2020
1. Legendary South African casting director and agent, Moonyeenn Lee, has passed away.
Lee was a renowned and leading casting director and agent with over 47 years in the film industry. She also represented some of South Africa’s best known actors. pic.twitter.com/8PTUWFvDBY
— Film Link Africa (@FilmLinkAfrica) July 19, 2020
RIP legendary casting director Moonyeenn Lee ? This will always remind me of you “Acting is not about dressing up. It’s about stripping bare. The whole essence of learning lines is to forget them so you can make them sound like you thought of them that instant” (Glenda Jackson)
— InsomniacAngel (@insomniacangel2) July 19, 2020
My soul was crashed today over hearing the passing away of my mother #MoonyeennLee, the woman who took me in and made me her son when I came out of prison.
She casted me on projects I never dreamt of featuring on. I have a house as an ex-con today becos of her.
I love you. RIP pic.twitter.com/irZU6tDEgl— Israel Makoe Matseke-Zulu GP (@GP_MaOrange) July 19, 2020
I just saw about Moonyeenn Lee’s passing. A massive loss for South Africa’s creative world. She had so much impact in so many spheres, and she helped so many local lights to really shine on the stages they deserved.
— Dr N. Brodie נחמה (@brodiegal) July 19, 2020
“She was a pioneer of the evolution of storytelling in the cinematic space” – Veteran Actor, James Ngcobo pays tribute to casting director, Moonyeenn Lee on the #AMReport405 at 08:15. @N_Ayanda @MichelleL_Craig @Benji_Sports pic.twitter.com/K3COEi3EW4
— Newzroom Afrika (@Newzroom405) July 19, 2020
Legendary SA casting director Moonyeenn Lee dies from Covid-19 complications pic.twitter.com/kdPEeLCvC5
— IPO Sniffer (@IPOSniffer) July 19, 2020
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