Quick Facts
Born:
1929-08-28
Birthplace:
Germiston, South Africa
Credits:
46 Total Roles
Ken Gampu
Acting
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Biography
Ken Gampu (born 28 August 1929 in Germiston, South Africa; died 4 November 2003 in Vosloorus, South Africa) was a South African actor. Before he began his career, Gampu was a physical training instructor, salesman, interpreter and police officer. His first acting job was in Athol Fugard's play, No Good Friday (1958). His big break came in the 1965 film Dingaka by Jamie Uys. The same year, he had a significant role in Cornel Wilde's African adventure film, The Naked Prey.
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Known For
The Gods Must Be Crazy
President
King Solomon's Mines
Umbopo
The Wild Geese
Alexander
American Ninja 4: The Annihilation
Dr. Tamba
Zulu Dawn
Mantshonga
The Naked Prey
Leader of the warriors
Cyborg Cop II
Police Chief
Daniel Boone
Kamba
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Askari MOVIE | Ndhlovu |
| 1999 | A Reasonable Man MOVIE | Headman |
| 1997 | Black Velvet Band MOVIE | Witch Doctor |
| 1997 | Fools MOVIE | The Elder |
| 1997 | Aristotle's Plot MOVIE | Policeman |
| 1994 | Cyborg Cop II MOVIE | Police Chief |
| 1993 | Daisy de Melker TV | Chief Mpane |
| 1992 | Lethal Ninja MOVIE | Ndumo |
| 1990 | Oh Schucks...! Here Comes UNTAG MOVIE | Tjicombo |
| 1990 | American Ninja 4: The Annihilation MOVIE | Dr. Tamba |