Lesego Motsepe
South African actress - Lesego Motsepe who announced on World AIDS Day 2011 that she was HIV Positive has been found dead in her home in Randburg, Johannesburg.
Motsepe, who had kept her HIV-status hidden for 13 years, was discovered by her brother - Moemise Motsepe. Paramedics confirmed that she died of natural causes.
The 39-year-old AIDS Ambassador and former Isidingo soap actress played the role of Lettie Matabane from 1998 to 2008.
Tumisho Masha, a former colleague on Isidingo, who played her boyfriend on the soap, paid tribute to the actress on Twitter:
"Deeply saddened by the news that Lesego Motsepe has passed away. She was a talented actress, good friend and excellent soul. May she RIP!"
She is survived by her mother Ivy Skhosana, brothers Moemise and Andile Skhosana.