💔 Shameful Scenes at Presley Chweneyagae’s Funeral — South African Celebrities BLASTED for Disrespectful Behavior! 😱🕊️

🫢 RIP Disgraced? Celebrities EMBARRASS Themselves at Presley Chweneyagae’s Funeral — Mzansi in Shock! 🎭💣

 

Presley Chweneyagae, the acclaimed actor best known for his role in the Oscar-winning film Tsotsi, was laid to rest in what should have been a dignified tribute to a life that touched millions.

A second Memorial service for actor Presley Chweneyagae held at the State  Theatre in Pretoria

But instead of unity and respect, the atmosphere at his funeral was tainted by outrageous celebrity behavior that many are calling “disgraceful” and “deeply embarrassing.

Eyewitnesses and insiders who attended the service described it as “chaotic,” “awkward,” and “painfully self-centered.

” Some celebrities reportedly arrived late—strolling in well after the program had begun, loudly greeting each other as if they were at a party rather than a funeral.

“They treated it like a networking event,” said one mourner.

“You could see the cameras were more important to some of them than Presley’s actual life.

Social media exploded as soon as footage from the event surfaced online.

Videos show several well-known faces posing for selfies at the entrance of the church, complete with designer sunglasses and red carpet-level fashion.

One celeb was even seen laughing while filming a TikTok dance near the floral arrangements.

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“Are we supposed to mourn or trend?” one Twitter user wrote, capturing the public’s growing frustration.

But the embarrassment didn’t end there.

Multiple reports confirmed that a heated exchange broke out between two entertainers over seating arrangements.

The scene quickly escalated, forcing organizers to step in and separate the pair before things turned physical.

“They were shouting and pointing fingers—right in front of Presley’s casket,” one visibly disturbed attendee said.

“It was shameful.

Absolutely disgusting.

The family, clearly distressed, attempted to maintain composure throughout the event.

Presley’s mother was seen wiping away tears during the chaos, while one of his brothers quietly walked out midway through the ceremony—unable to handle the circus that unfolded.

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While the official program continued, the energy in the room had shifted from mournful to surreal.

Public reaction has been swift and brutal.

“How dare they turn this funeral into a clout-chasing event?” wrote one Facebook user.

Others accused the celebrities of showing up just to be seen, with no real connection to Presley.

“Most of them didn’t even know him personally,” another commenter added.

“They just wanted their pictures taken.

Several top media outlets have since published scathing op-eds condemning the incident, calling for a “reset” on how public figures conduct themselves at memorials.

“This wasn’t just disrespectful to Presley,” wrote one columnist.

“It was disrespectful to the entire culture of mourning.

Our heroes deserve better.

Notably absent from the event were a few respected industry veterans, who later issued statements expressing their decision to mourn privately rather than participate in what they feared would become “a spectacle.

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” It now seems their instincts were tragically accurate.

Even more disturbing are rumors that some celebrities attempted to hijack the stage during tribute speeches.

One influencer, who has recently transitioned into acting, allegedly begged to speak during the program but was denied by the family.

That didn’t stop her from recording her own emotional monologue later in the parking lot—complete with tears, filters, and a dramatic piano soundtrack.

Presley’s former co-stars have also spoken out.

One of them, who worked closely with him on multiple projects, posted on Instagram: “I came to bury a brother, but left feeling like I attended a publicity stunt.

Presley deserved solemnity, not this farce.

This isn’t the first time South African celebrities have come under fire for turning funerals into PR opportunities.”

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But this incident, involving one of the country’s most iconic actors, may be the last straw for many South Africans.

Calls for more respectful protocols at celebrity funerals are growing louder.

Cultural leaders are now demanding that public mourning be approached with seriousness, not spectacle.

The sadness surrounding Presley Chweneyagae’s death has now been compounded by the embarrassment of what should have been a noble farewell.

Instead of remembering his impact on cinema, many are now left discussing influencer poses, shouting matches, and tone-deaf fashion choices.

In the end, the fans who truly loved Presley—the ones who felt his performance in Tsotsi down to their core—were robbed of the chance to say goodbye in peace.

And that, perhaps, is the greatest disrespect of all.

As the dust settles, one thing is clear: South Africa lost a legend—but what happened at his funeral has left behind a bitter aftertaste.

One can only hope that lessons are learned, egos are checked, and future farewells are given the reverence they so deeply deserve.

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