South African actress and human rights activist Nomzamo Mbathahas joined the cast of Coming 2 America,a sequel to the 1988 comedy which featured Eddie Murphy.

Mbatha and American actress Garcelle Beauvais are the latest additions to the cast, which will also feature stars like Tracy Morgan and Wesley Snipes, among others. The actress released a statement saying :

“I’m rendered speechless to be a part of a project of this magnitude, and it being a classic! To God be the glory.  It is truly unreal to me. The sacrifices have paid off. The goal was never insurmountable but rather a path of commitment, diligent work and sacrifices by me and my team. Moving to Los Angeles was a choice of faith, and God has surpassed my wildest dreams.  This moment is bigger than me – this moment is for every single girl who doubts herself or just how big her God is. My life is a testament to that. My life says God is bigger than ginormous!

I am grateful, I am humbled, I am honored to be cast in COMING 2 AMERICA.”

Not much is known about Mbatha’s new role yet, but the star has been retweeting posts about her new role. South Africans have flooded her feed with messages of congratulations.

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