Alfred Ntombela (born 3 April 1972) is a South African actor, known for his role in South African candid genre films alongside Leon Schuster, his fast-paced Joker-like laugh and for his small stature as an adult.

He became renowned for his roles in Sweet 'n Short and Mama Jack. His native language is Zulu but he also speaks English and Afrikaans.

He announced his retirement from acting in 2018 after 28 years in the industry.

Filmography

+ Film Year Title Role Notes 1990 Oh Shucks! Here Comes UNTAG (Kwagga Strikes Back) Bambo 1991 Sweet 'n Short Alfred Short 1999 Alec to the Rescue Themba Ndlovu 2001 Mr Bones 2004 Oh Shucks, I'm Gatvol! Alf 2005 Mama Jack Shorty Dladla 2008 Mr Bones 2 Police 2010 Schuks Tshabalala's Survival Guide to South Africa Shorty 2012 Mad Buddies Minister Mda 2013 Schuks! Your Country Needs You Shorty 2017 Soap on the Rope Detective Shorty 2022 Mr Bones 3 Mathambo 2022 Who's My Daddy Shorty 2024 Mabaso Family Reunion: The Funeral Hush Puppy

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