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Birth / Real Name:
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Eric Macheru
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Occupation:
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Actor and footballer
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Date of Birth
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25 February 1986 (age 37 years)
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Place of Birth
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Polokwane, Limpopo
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Nationality:
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South African |
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Gender:
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Male
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Education
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AFDA
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Eric Macheru, (born 25 February 1986 in Polokwane, Limpopo, South African), actor and footballer best known for playing the role of Leeto Maputla in SABC sopaie drama Skeem Saam.
Who is Eric Macheru?
Eric Macheru was born on 25 February 1986, in Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa.
Eric Macheru family
Eric Macheru grew up with his church going family; a father who loves sport, two brothers and his mother.
Eric Macheru education
Eric Macheru attended Kuschke agricultural high school. At school he was very loud and was involved in all school activities including soccer and debates. He also studied film at AFDA.
Career
Eric Macheru plays the role of Leeto Maputla on SABC1 soapie Skeem Saam, from the first season in 2011 to date.
In 2012 he joined the cast of the Mzansi Magic telenovela iNkaba in the role of Rick, a top model on Fumi’s level described as “the Tyson Beckford of iNkaba world”. He also appeared in Mfolozi Street, playing the role of Msindo.
Highlights in his soccer career include playing for Ajax CT, Platinum Stars and Tottenham Hotspur in a friendly.
What is Eric Macheru’s Instagram?
Eric Macheru is on Instagram and her official handle is @ericmacheru.