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In the hallowed annals of thespian mastery, Emmanuel Kabongo stands as a paragon of the dramatic arts, weaving a tapestry of distinction that transcends the realms of stage and screen. Born amidst the tumultuous echoes of the Democratic Republic of Congo, fate's capricious hand led him to the sanctuary of South Africa, seeking refuge from the cacophony of civil strife. At the tender age of eleven, the Kabongo family, with Emmanuel as its venerable patriarch, sought solace and opportunity in the vast expanse of Canada's promising shores.
The eldest scion of a brood of six, Emmanuel's ascent to eminence did not unfold upon the proscenium of a conventional narrative. A familial constellation radiating excellence in athletics saw three siblings ascend to the zenith of Division One basketball, gracing arenas with the prowess of their physical prowess, including the venerable stages of the Canadian national team and the NBA. Yet, in a plot twist defying conventional expectations, Emmanuel, a scion of sagacity, forsook the siren call of sports stardom.
Within the hallowed halls of a Toronto college, he immersed himself in the contemplative realms of arts and theater, adroitly juggling his academic pursuits with a stint on the varsity basketball team. Though an athletic odyssey beckoned, the siren's call of the dramatic arts prevailed, prompting the eschewal of a lucrative basketball scholarship in favor of a thespian destiny.
Emmanuel, akin to a comet igniting the celestial stage, commenced his trajectory through the cinematic firmament. From the crucible of short films and student productions, he emerged, resplendent, with a lead guest star role in the television opus, "Breakout." Since that inaugural moment, his ascent has been meteoric, marked by recurring roles and guest appearances in an illustrious array of television series that include the likes of Outer Banks, Star Trek: Discovery, and NCIS: Hawai'i.
Yet, his luminosity extends beyond the small screen, gracing the celluloid canvas with supporting roles in cinematic gems like Wedding Disaster, Simulant, and the lauded Run This Town. As a producer, Emmanuel orchestrated and starred in the thriller Sway, curated the acclaimed web series Teenagers, and crafted compelling narratives in short films that garnered accolades on the global stage.
A maestro of the vocal arts, Kabongo lent his mellifluous cadence to narrate audiobooks, his voice resonating through literary realms in works like A Choice of Enemies, A Gazelle Ate My Homework, and Roughing it in The Bush.
Emmanuel Kabongo, a name etched in the firmament of thespian brilliance, has not been a stranger to the acclaim he so richly deserves. Nominated thrice for a Canadian Screen Award, his mantle proudly bears witness to an array of Best Actor laurels from prestigious festivals such as the Hollywood Gold Awards and the New York Movie Awards.
In 2017, he ascended to the pantheon of thespian luminaries, bestowed with the Rising Star Award at the Excellence Awards. The African Entertainment Awards in 2013 hailed him as the Best Actor, and 2015 saw the prestigious BravoFact grant bestowed upon him for his indomitable work in A Man's Story.
Emmanuel's journey has been a pilgrimage of knowledge, guided by the venerable hands of acting luminaries such as Earl Nanhu, Lindy Davies, and Tom Todoroff. Fluent in both French and English, he has not only enriched the world of entertainment but also exhibited his benevolence through a Christmas charity for the homeless, a testament to the Christian ethos that pervades his being.
As the curtain falls on this glimpse into the tapestry of Emmanuel Kabongo's life, one cannot help but marvel at the symphony of accomplishment and humility that defines this luminary. In the mosaic of his existence, Kabongo is not merely an actor; he is a virtuoso, an auteur, and a humanitarian, whose legacy reverberates through the corridors of artistic brilliance and philanthropic grace.- Director
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Myriam Uwiragiye Birara was born in 1992 in Masisi, Zaire [now Democratic Republic of the Congo]. She is a director and writer, known for The Bride (2023), Home (2021) and Mnemosyne (2020).- Claude Makélélé was born on 18 February 1973 in Kinshasa, Zaire [now Democratic Republic of the Congo]. He is an actor, known for Liverpool FC vs Chelsea FC (2005), UEFA Champions League (1992) and TVN Deportes (1970).
- Thomas van Luyn was born on 2 March 1968 in Kinshasa, Zaire [now Democratic Republic of the Congo]. He is an actor and writer, known for De Mike & Thomas show (2005), Koppensnellers (2006) and Kopspijkers (1995).
- Danesh Hanbury was born on 7 August 1980 in Katana, Zaire [now Democratic Republic of the Congo]. He is an actor, known for Family Man (2009), Tension(s) (2014) and Steen's Revenge - Volume 1 (2012).
- Cathérine Buseyne was born on 3 April 1974 in Kinshasa, Zaire [now Democratic Republic of the Congo].
- Wambali Mkandawire was born on 10 July 1952 in Zaire, Africa [now the Democratic Republic of the Congo]. He was a composer, known for The Road to Sunrise (2017). He died on 31 January 2021 in Lilongwe, Malawi, Africa.
- Ingrid Afia was born in 1965 in Kinshasa, Zaire [now Democratic Republic of the Congo]. She was an actress, known for Vrouwenvleugel (1993), Blauw blauw (1999) and Duidelijke taal! (1997). She died on 22 January 2018.
- Miami Themo was born on 27 January 1977 in Kinshasa, Zaire [now Democratic Republic of the Congo]. He is an actor, known for Potlatch (2001), Neutre (2001) and Fortissimo (2018).
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Tony Mwendi Kinkela was born on 1 May 1978 in Kinshasa, Zaire [now Democratic Republic of the Congo]. Tony Mwendi is known for Judge Judy (1996), Peer Pressure (1997) and Dateline NBC (1992).- Kambale Musavuli, a native of the Democratic Republic of Congo, is a human rights activist, Student Coordinator and National Spokesperson with the Friends of the Congo (FOTC). He has written for The Washington Post, Foreign Policy in Focus, The Huffington Post and numerous other academic and news publications. He has been interviewed on National Public Radio, Democracy Now, ABC News, Al Jazeera English Television, Radio France International and a myriad of radio and television programs. He has been featured in documentaries such as Iara Lee's "Cultures of Resistance," Martin Scorsese's "Surviving Progress," and the film "Crisis in the Congo: Uncovering the Truth."
Musavuli continues to tour the United States, Canada, and Africa speaking to university students, religious groups, global leaders, community organizers and many others in an effort to generate support for the people of the Congo and educate the global community about the challenges of the Congo, in order to mobilize support for organizations inside the Congo.
Musavuli has served as a research consultant for a number of film projects, socially responsible investor groups and government agencies. His ultimate aim is to mobilize the global community to help bring an end to the conflict in the Congo and provide support to the people of the Congo as they strive to control their enormous natural wealth; and build lasting peace and stability in the heart of Africa. - Fabrice Muamba was born on 6 April 1988 in Zaire [now Democratic Republic of the Congo]. He has been married to Shauna Muamba since 21 October 2012. They have one child.