The Leading Ladies Of The Small Screen

They are powerful and not afraid to stand up for what they believe in.

- Phakamani Mvelashe

THESE high-powered and emotionally complicated women join a handful of a new breed of leading ladies on our television screens but they are far from perfect. The Generations – The Legacy actresses have made a name for themselves in the entertainment industry and hold a special place in the hearts of viewers even with their complex personalities and life issues.

THANDO THABETHE – SHE IS A BELIEVABLE ACTRESS 

Acting looks easy on TV but it takes a lot of hard work for actors to portray characters convincingly. Thando, who plays Nolwazi, is one of those believable actresses who makes acting look easy.

Her character, Nolwazi, had a red-hot romance with a married man. Though her emotions often cloud her judgement and she is unlucky in the matters of the heart, she commands respect in the boardroom. Despite her character’s flaws, Thando still loves Nolwazi.

“She is very ambitious and she loves with her all, and so do I. I love how bold she is and how she stands up for what she believes in. She also has a vulnerability that no one really knew existed,” she says.

When it comes to her own personal life, Thando says as a woman, you should love yourself first and know exactly what you want in a relationship.

“It’s okay to put yourself first and no man should ever make you question yourself,” says Thando, who has been in a relationship with her boyfriend for about three years. She advises women not to settle for less.