Greg Melvill-Smith

Greg Melvill-Smith (1961 – 31 May 2016), was a South African actor, director, writer and voice artist. A founding member of the South African Guild of Actors (SAGA), Melvill-Smith is best known for the roles in the television serials such as; Die Vierde Kabinet, 7de Laan, One Way and Isidingo as well as many stage plays across the country. Personal life Melvill-Smith was born in 1961 in South Africa. In 1984, he completed the National Diploma in Drama at Pretoria Technikon (currently known as Tshwane University of Technology). He was married to Kenda and was a father of two daughters: Kaila and Natasha. In October 2015, Melvill-Smith was diagnosed with cancer. He died on 31 May 2016 at the age of 55 from liver and kidney cancer. The memorial service was held on 4 June 2016 at St Peter's Prep School Chapel, Wittkoppen Road in Johannesburg.