South Africa famous faces

South Africa is not only a land of extreme beauty and harsh (although it is known for its spectacular coast and countryside), there is also an extraordinarily dynamic country with a culture and a vibrant art scene. Some of the most successful exports of South Africa have their actors and actresses who, while creating a highly successful career on the international stage was to manage still preserve their unique African roots.

If you are planning a trip to South Africa, in all probabilitysomewhere on your journey takes you to a memorial or tribute to either of their daughters and sons come. Who knows, you might also see a flesh and blood, if you're lucky!

Charlize Theron

As one of the most beautiful women on the planet, and certainly one of the most famous actresses in Hollywood today, Charlize Theron star rose further after 1990 years late. Originally trained as a dancer forced to rethink their wounds, theirOptions, bought a one way ticket to Los Angeles determined to succeed in acting. After the central role in the film as "The Devil's Advocate and The Cider House Rules, won the controversial role of Aileen Wournos convicted murderess. The great performance is the honor of being the first man of South Africa (and any country in Africa) to win the Oscar - the highest award document.

Basil Rathbone

While younger people to learn to be surprisedsomeone more famous than Robert Downey Jr. with the character of Sherlock Holmes was connected in 1930 and '40, the role belonged to a man who has done everything right, tastefully Basil Rathbone. Born in South Africa at the end of 1800, Rathbone and his family fled to Johannesburg to escape the Boers. Raised in England, met the acting bug when he was young Rathbone and excelled in amateur theater productions and roles. But the move to America was strong and has forged asuccessful career on Broadway before settling in Hollywood. He won the coveted role of the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes, who has played in thirteen films over the years. South Africa recalls with affection to Basil Rathbone and he is considered one of the greatest achievements of the country.

Sid James

Many people are shocked to discover that mimic one of the most popular comedian in England, cheeky "incarnation" Cockney person was, in fact, from South Africa. EnormouslySuccess for her roles in "Carry On" films Sid James became a popular British institution, but his early life could not be more different. He worked as a diamond cutter, dance teacher, and then had a successful career as a hairdresser before taking the acting. After his time in World War II South African forces, he emigrated to England, where his career blossomed as an actor. Comedy firmly rooted heritage of Great Britain when he died entrenched, Sid James left behindan affectionate reputation as one of the world's most lovable rogues.